Driving Older
For drivers of a certain age — check out other options
A dear friend was injured in a head-on collision three weeks ago by an 88-year-old man whose car had crossed into her lane. Both cars … Continue reading
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Showing Up Is the Beginning
Not the end — building lasting labor-community power in Lane County
By Lonnie Douglas Thousands of people in Lane County have shown up at rallies over the past year because they are worried about what is … Continue reading
About Grief
Reflections on grief, history, ICE and Iran
By Victoria Koch As an aging human, I have been trying daily to increase my gratitude and to look for miracle moments and joyous awakenings. … Continue reading
Threshold of Harm
When do we make the change?
The threshold of harm. Do you know what that is? I feel like it’s an arbitrary measurement, practiced deeply and subjectively. It depends on your … Continue reading
On Cruelty and Corruption
Every day Trump is in office undermines the beliefs that were a fundamental basis to the creation of our nation
Much disturbs me about the Trump administration, but as a minister, nothing more than the support from so many who espouse the Christian faith. Frank … Continue reading
The Next Chapter
A letter from the publisher about Eugene Weekly’s future
I’m excited to share news that’s been years in the making. After more than three decades of thoughtful stewardship by the families of Art and … Continue reading
Crisis Care
Can the community make a different choice?
By Berkley Carnine This week I learned of a community member lost to suicide after seeking help. He needed timely, attuned support that he or … Continue reading
Land Use Program Enemy No. 1
Oregon’s governor is urbanizing rural communities to fulfill housing goals
There are 269 unincorporated communities in Oregon, and Lane County has 35 of them. Places such as Dexter and Marcola, Culp Creek and Dorena, Alvadore, … Continue reading
Save Our Sidewalks, Save Our Street Trees
Boardwalks — an elegant solution to save sidewalks and trees
By Larry Craig Walk almost any older Eugene neighborhood and you’ll see them: Sidewalk panels heaved up by tree roots, cracked and tilted slabs that … Continue reading
Just an Act
My father and the gutting of the Voting Rights Act
Ever sit in a café and cry? It’s a moment, for sure. I know everyone is going through something, and I only hope we can … Continue reading