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Emma J Nelson

Author: Emma J Nelson

Racing for Ward 1

Ted Coopman campaigns against Eliza Kashinsky and Ethan Clevenger for Ward 1’s seat on the Eugene City Council

EW-Extra 1 year ago

Ted Coopman, chair of Jefferson Westside Neighbors, is running for the Ward 1 seat on the Eugene City Council as an “Independent Democrat.” Coopman has … Continue reading →

It’s All About Balance

Slacklining, a popular solo sport, was born from the competitive nature of a Eugene artist

Outdoors 1 year ago

Adam Grosowsky surfs back and forth just feet above the rushing water of the Row River. At 65 years old, he’s just as agile on … Continue reading →

The Purr-fect Place 

Cat cafés and lounges have been gaining popularity in the U.S. for the last 10 years, but the first in Eugene-Springfield is now open

News 1 year ago

Soothing lo-fi music emanates from the speakers as the gas fireplace warms the room. Clad in slippers, up to eight guests are welcomed in by … Continue reading →

Hitting ’Em Where It Hurts

Political strategist Rachel Bitecofer pulls no punches in her fight to save democracy

News 1 year ago

The future of American politics seems bleak. State legislatures are proposing more anti-trans legislation than ever before, women are losing autonomy over their bodies and, … Continue reading →

The Magic of Non-Alcoholic Mixology

High Street Tonics, Eugene’s non-alcoholic bar and bottle shop, invites you out for a sober night on the town

Drink 1 year ago

Cheri Hammons was 8 years old when she made her first magic potion. She pulled the recipe from her favorite book, Freckle Juice by Judy … Continue reading →

Diverse Business Directory Supports Local Work

Supporting diverse businesses in Lane County has never been easier

News 1 year ago

In 2020, Lane County created a Local Black-Owned Business Directory in response to “the racial awakening that was taking place worldwide,” says Shayna Higashi, the … Continue reading →

The Filthy Filberts

Eugene’s gender-inclusive hockey team takes to the ice for the first time

Sports 2 years ago

Alongside the jerseys of National Hockey League teams like the New Jersey Devils, the Pittsburgh Penguins and the Boston Bruins, a green, white and rainbow … Continue reading →

Robyn Leslie Hatcher, 2000-2023

A free-spirited, multi-faceted musician and nationwide traveler

NewsObituary 2 years ago

Robyn Leslie Hatcher was musically gifted and honed her talents on more than five different instruments, traveling across the country to satisfy her free spirit.  … Continue reading →

Insecurity Measures

The Hult Center and two other Eugene music venues use scanners from a company under fire for letting weapons slip by in schools

News 2 years ago

In October, Eugene’s Hult Center for the Performing Arts leased AI-powered security scanners for $170,000 a year to “ensure a secure environment.” However, the Massachusetts … Continue reading →

Library Diversifies Representation 

Eugene Public Library says it’s important to see yourself — and others — in what you read

News 2 years ago

In years past, the Eugene Public Library has held multicultural events such as bilingual storytimes in conjunction with the city of Eugene and Lane Art … Continue reading →

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