Janet Calvert
Award-winning community member
In November of 2016, the League of Women Voters of Lane County named Janet Calvert as recipient of its Annabel Kitzhaber Education and Advocacy Award, … Continue reading
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The Taming of the Shrewd
Do rich gifts wax poor in the elite bubble of Ashland’s Oregon Shakespeare Festival?
If, like me, you happen find yourself on some clear summer night seated just about dead center of the orchestra level at Oregon Shakespeare Festival’s … Continue reading
Bach for Beginners
The leaner Oregon Bach Festival kicks off June 29
What, you’ve never been to the Oregon Bach Festival? That’s like living in Eugene and never once watching a track meet at Hayward Field, never … Continue reading
Magnolia Rainbow
Daughter of hippies, maker of jewelry
“People who need stuff seem to fall in my path,” says Magnolia Rainbow, known to her friends as a champion of the underdog, who takes … Continue reading
Through a Mirror, Darkly
VLT’s Time Stands Still takes aim at journalism, truth and guilt
I hear a lot of people saying they wish they saw more positive news stories — that they’re tired of the gruesome, sad pieces they … Continue reading
The Spin: Snow Queen, White Bird, #Instaballet and more
Who’s who and what’s what in dance this month
Sure, you’ve seen Frozen — and if you have children of a certain age, you’ve probably seen the beloved animated film more times than you … Continue reading
Gimme Shelter
Advocates discuss using proposed City Hall funds to help the homeless
According to the city of Eugene, roughly 3,000 people in the community have no home to return to on any given night, and many others … Continue reading
Our Annual Planting Guide
Prepare your gardens!
Planning is one of the most important elements of gardening. It is also one of the easiest steps to overlook, especially for the beginner. Knowing … Continue reading
Drinking by the Numbers
OLCC stats show it’s easier to find bars, distilleries and liquor stores around Lane County
Looking for a bar in Lane County? You shouldn’t have to look too hard. According to the Oregon Liquor Control Commission, as of Feb. 7 … Continue reading
Activist Alert
St. Vincent de Paul Youth House
• The St. Vincent de Paul Youth House kicks off its fundraising campaign 10 am Thursday, March 9, at the site of the future Youth … Continue reading