Local and Vocal
A local megaphone for a democracy in peril
There are a lot of reasons a local, independent media is necessary for a healthy democracy. And if there’s one thing we need right now, … Continue reading
Viewpoint: Page 8
Remembering Jane Doe
I witnessed a community member overdose over the weekend down the street from my home in the Whiteaker. I want them to be remembered. I … Continue reading
The Ten Suggestions?
The irony of the new Louisiana law placing the Ten Commandments in its public schools
The state of Louisiana would like us to believe that posting the Ten Commandments in school classrooms will cure the ills of society. Even though … Continue reading
Through 10 Countries to a New Life
An Afghani immigrant’s story for World Refugee Day, June 20
By Nasrat Ibrahimi I was born in Afghanistan in 1995 — the same year as the Taliban. The radical Islamic group seized power rapidly. In … Continue reading
Gaza 2024
By Jesús Sepúlveda The body of Christ is a bombed strip. Mural of horror Sore hands Eternal smoke. More than 30 thousand mutilated bodies Dunes of … Continue reading
Redefining Housing
As the housing market evolves in Oregon, some groups are changing the way we accommodate our financial future
Living in a “cooperative”? I never gave the idea much thought, and I sure didn’t think I’d join a co-op housing community. To me, a … Continue reading
Places of Truth
What is community? What makes it your community?
What happens when we fall silent on issues that compromise the wellbeing of our community? The first question would be: Can you describe your communities? … Continue reading
Anne Locke and Key Lime Pie
A poem
By Kristi Wallace i know my life is nothing a cube windowless i am the willing whore unpaid unseen relegated to dirt-floor corporate cabins waiting … Continue reading
Responses to ‘Field of Schemes’
A response to Heather Marek, Anya Dobrowolski and Christine Beneda “Field of Schemes”
A response to the guest viewpoint by Heather Marek, Anya Dobrowolski and Christine Beneda By Ted Coopman The voters for Ward 1 Eugene City … Continue reading
Field of Schemes
Ted Coopman Represents Himself, Not Ward 1
By Heather Marek, Anya Dobrowolski, and Christine Beneda Ward 1 needs a city councilor who will put the community first. Despite Ted Coopman’s short time … Continue reading