Eugene Is Too Fascinated By Shiny New Things
Is anyone in this town feeling embarrassed by the ostentatiousness of the spending and building projects put forth from the University of Oregon? I think … Continue reading
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Is anyone in this town feeling embarrassed by the ostentatiousness of the spending and building projects put forth from the University of Oregon? I think … Continue reading
In Slant Jan. 26, you agreed with voices who called out The Shedd for cultural appropriation because Siri Vik covered music by Billie Holiday. So, … Continue reading
Regarding Siri Vik’s performance of Billie Holiday’s music, can someone explain to me the defining limits of “cultural appropriation”? Who decides? Just wondering, because some … Continue reading
Bravo to Gov. Tina Kotek for declaring a housing and homeless state of emergency on her first day in office. I’m thrilled to watch local … Continue reading
When the late, great and beloved Ray Charles gave his magnificent rendition of “America The Beautiful” on Oct. 28, 2001, in Game 2 of the … Continue reading
Emma Scott Lavin’s Viewpoint in Local & Vocal (“Dear Hateful,” Jan. 26) seemed to be more about scolding (“how naughty you’ve been”) than about reaching … Continue reading
Note to drivers: E-bikes can reach speeds well over speed limits posted for cars. They can blast up from behind you in bike lanes and … Continue reading
I moved to Eugene six years ago from a large city in the Southwest. Immediately, I was impressed with the friendliness of the Willamette Valley. … Continue reading
I’ve advocated the sense and sensibility of purchasing and remodeling the EWEB Building for Eugene’s City Hall since the utility first sensed they would vacate … Continue reading
Thank you for publishing Henry Houston’s excellent article (“Leaving the House,” Jan. 19) on Peter DeFazio. We need more representatives with DeFazio’s progressive passion. I … Continue reading