The Heart of Willamette Cooking School
There are the old stories of rural communities where everyone trusts each other and no one bothers to lock their car doors — except during … Continue reading
Year: 2021
Teachers Need Freedom
Over the last few months, White nationalists and other conservatives have been pressuring school boards and teachers to stay away from subjects like “critical race … Continue reading
An Extended Stay
A look into Eugene’s former Red Lion Hotel, now providing temporary housing for families displaced by the wildfire
When the Holiday Farm Fire ravaged the land along the McKenzie River last Labor Day weekend, it left many residents displaced, their homes destroyed. Nine … Continue reading
Best Potted Plants (For) Ever
Large pots lead to long plant lives
Most gardeners know that when it comes to container gardening, large pots are best: for the plants, for the caregiver and for visual impact. Nice … Continue reading
Stop Overdevelopment
I’m glad EW covered concerns about EWEB’s planned water storage tanks at 40th and Patterson (“A Quiet Place for Water,” 6/3). Here are more considerations. … Continue reading
Elizabeth ‘Lisa’ Ann Fowler: April 21, 1967- April 3, 2021
Remembered for her big heart and for always being there for others
“She was one of the best people I have met in my lifetime,” says Elizabeth “Lisa” Fowler’s friend Janice Scott. “I just cannot believe she … Continue reading
Borgen Project Is About Supporting Corporations
It is important to understand non-governmental organizations and what their true goals in the world are. (“The U.S. Can Lead Again” by Sydney Werner, Letters … Continue reading
Boomers Sold Out
Multiple letters to EW lately support Matthew Johnson’s letter (Letters 5/27), explaining how the anti-war movement ended the Vietnam War. I agree. This topic generated … Continue reading
Pride Rising
Planned Parenthood is committed to the LGBTQ+ community
by Becca Hill (they/them) This Pride Month and every month, Planned Parenthood Advocates of Oregon is proud to honor the diversity, strength, resilience and joy … Continue reading
Ending The Vietnam War, In Context
The “50 Years Ago” column about the Vietnam War and protests in Eugene (EW 5/13) contributes history and inspiration to activism today. Somewhat different views … Continue reading