The Informal Women’s March
This weekend, support women’s rights around the world by attending an informal Women’s March in Eugene. The march starts 10 am Saturday, Jan. 18, at … Continue reading
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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The (Other, Local) Candidates’ Debate
Eugene City Council candidates for Wards 1 and 8 stumped for seats Tuesday night
While the Democratic Party presidential primary debate was in full swing, Eugene City Council Ward 1 and Ward 8 candidates took to their own debate … Continue reading
The Poor Among Us
How Lane County citizens once banded together to help the poor
In 1886, 27 years after Oregon became a state, the citizens of Lane County decided to help the poor. They gathered together and wrote a letter … Continue reading
Empty Houses on the Block
Eugene’s lack of regulations for the short-term rental market may be taking away rooms from residents
Over the last decade, Airbnb has changed the way people book their vacations, allowing homeowners to make extra money and travelers to enjoy more options … Continue reading
Playing the Long Game: How to Keep Going No Matter What
Calling all writers and readers: Eugene-based author J.C. Geiger is presenting Playing the Long Game: How to Keep Going No Matter What at Tsunami Books … Continue reading
Weed Water War Gets a Win
Roseburg Forest Products drops lawsuit against citizens for speaking out about water rights
After two years of fighting over its water supply, the small northern California town of Weed is celebrating a small victory as Roseburg Forest Products … Continue reading
Up(ward) Goat Yoga
Oregon law prevents us from saying ‘Namaste’ with goats
When Lainey Morse originated the idea of combining goats and yoga, she had no idea her small Oregon farm would be the topic of worldwide … Continue reading
No Man’s Land
One of the most divisive events in recent Oregon history is the occupation of Oregon’s Malheur National Wildlife Refuge and the following standoff between protesters … Continue reading
Shots Fired
A BB gun incident at Eugene Weekly raises alarm of increasing attacks against the homeless
Sometime during a mid-December night, as two homeless individuals took refuge under the eaves of Eugene Weekly, an unknown person drove by and fired metal … Continue reading
Audubon Annual Christmas Bird Count
After the pandemonium of the holidays, it’s probably best to take a break. And there really isn’t a better way to de-stress then to spend … Continue reading