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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
2020 was a trainwreck: a global pandemic, wildfires, social isolation, political unrest. During this time of exhaustion and loneliness, everyone has struggled to find ways … Continue reading
As Congress met to certify the 2020 presidential electoral votes on Jan. 6, pro-Trump extremists stormed the U.S. Capitol building, forcing legislators into lockdown at … Continue reading
After trudging through months of a global pandemic that has taken more than 1,200 lives in Oregon, with at least 81 of them in Lane … Continue reading
It’s been nine months. Nine long months since Brian Alexander’s wife, MaryKay Alexander, died of COVID-19. Her death from the virus in March was the … Continue reading
George Floyd’s uncle, Selwyn Jones, will have a virtual conversation about the Black Lives Matter movement on Dec. 20 with local police brutality activist Stephanie … Continue reading
Like many in this pandemic-stricken world, I often long to get away only to remember that isn’t really an option. It’s a grim realization, especially … Continue reading
Gift cards are an underrated present. Think about it — what other gift is specific yet generic at the same time? And with a global … Continue reading
The caravan of cars circles around City Manager Sarah Medary’s house for a second time at around 7:30 pm, their horns blaring as the demonstrators … Continue reading
Nursing homes across the country were hit hard and early by the COVID-19 pandemic, and now as cases spike to their highest levels yet, it’s … Continue reading
Fracked gas has been a significant contributor to Eugene’s greenhouse gas emissions, according to a new alliance of local leaders involved in housing, climate recovery … Continue reading