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Taylor Perse

Taylor Perse is a staff writer for Eugene Weekly covering investigations, news and features. She holds a degree in Journalism and Communication from the University of Oregon. Follower her on twitter @taylor_perse

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Displaced Wildfire Evacuees, Told to Leave Hotel, Get Reprieve

After getting a notice they had to move shelters, the Red Cross extended the contract with the hotel

News 5 years ago

On the night of Wednesday, Sept. 15, evacuees from the Holiday Farm Fire staying at the Holiday Inn Express received a note that said due … Continue reading →

Wildfire? Your Vote Matters

How to receive your ballot and vote by Nov. 3 if you’ve had to evacuate your home during the wildfires

News 5 years ago

During these devastating wildfires, it’s even more crucial to vote — and especially to vote for candidates who take climate change seriously.  No matter your … Continue reading →

No Official System to Rescue Animals from Holiday Farm Fire

The community comes together to help animals left behind as a result of the wildfires

News 5 years ago

As the Holiday Farm Fire reaches more than 161,000 acres with five percent containment, residents who live in communities along the McKenzie River are still … Continue reading →

Wildfire Update: Volunteers Needed at Silke Field, Donations to North Eugene

Volunteer for the Red Cross Wildfire Relief Station and donate to a new site

BlogNews 5 years ago

If you are looking for a way to help out those affected by the Holiday Farm Fire, volunteers are needed at Silke Field at Springfield … Continue reading →

Peas in a Pod

Parents grapple with different ways to school kids during the pandemic

News 5 years ago

As students of all ages set up desks in their living rooms in preparation for virtual learning this school year, some parents are seeking out … Continue reading →

Resources in Lane County for Residents Affected by Wildfires

A compilation of organizations and information regarding the local wildfire emergency

News 5 years ago

This list was updated on Sept. 16. On Monday, Sept. 7, downed power lines started a fire that rapidly overtook parts of the McKenzie River … Continue reading →

Failed by the System

How police response to a suicidal veteran cost the Eugene man his life and altered his family forever

News 5 years ago

Stephanie Babb marches down 8th Avenue in downtown Eugene, her dark hair tucked into a black hat. It’s nearly 11 pm and, despite the darkness, … Continue reading →

Mr. DeFazio Goes to Washington (Again)

The seasoned congressman wants to continue to rebuild American infrastructure

News 5 years ago

After more than 30 years of being Oregon’s 4th district congressman, Peter DeFazio isn’t quitting yet.  The representative is planning to tip the “purple” demographic … Continue reading →

Banned Media

Anarchist and antifacist media groups are being taken down by Facebook

News 5 years ago

Social media platforms are finally taking a step to fact check posts and remove pages that promote violence or white supremacy. But their guidelines for … Continue reading →

When Disaster Strikes

Storms in Iowa and wildfires in the west take over August

News 5 years ago

Though 2020 has been untraditional in many ways, Mother Nature isn’t holding back, wreaking havoc and even causing unparalleled devastation, including wildfires and extreme storms … Continue reading →

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Taylor Perse

Taylor Perse is a staff writer for Eugene Weekly covering investigations, news and features. She holds a degree in Journalism and Communication from the University of Oregon. Follower her on twitter @taylor_perse

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