North Umpqua Waterfalls
Two hikes that are fun with kids
A wildfire in 2020 destroyed the waterfall trails of the North Umpqua River, right? Well, no. The jungly 1.3-mile path to Wolf Creek Falls didn’t burn … Continue reading
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Dealin’ Through the Years
Two dealers spanning generations compare the pot business in the ’60s with the illegal weed industry of today
Ted was what he calls a “back row kid.” He hung around the older kids who preferred smoking weed to studying in high school. In … Continue reading
Dispensary Roundup
Eugene’s wide variety of dispensaries for every type of stoner
It’s hard to drive for more than a few blocks in Eugene without seeing a bright green cross — like a Mormon temple in Utah, dispensaries … Continue reading
Holy Foley!
Legendary professional wrestler Mick Foley crashes into Eugene
The ’90s were one of the best times to be a kid watching professional wrestling. Of all of the wrestling-related phrases from that time (and … Continue reading
Unpredictable
Live Wire Radio takes the stage once again at The Hult Center
Unpredictable conversation with live music, comedy, cultural talent and creative minds all combine into one show. Live Wire Radio, a live-recorded radio show and independently … Continue reading
Laying The ‘Stumbling Stones’ In Heilbronn
Eugene resident and longtime art jeweler Hannah Goldrich examines her Jewish heritage through Stolpersteine
It is a home set off from street traffic by a large yard. You might miss it as you drive by. That yard fronts a … Continue reading
From The Practice Mats To The Stage
Advanced students and the head coach at Art of War hit the road for competitions this fall
It’s Friday evening, but the men and women on the mats inside Art of War are not in the mood to socialize and unwind. Far … Continue reading
Lefty’s Memorial
A proper send off for a Whiteaker legend — Stephen ‘Lefty’ Kelleher
On Sunday, Sept. 10, friends of Stephen “Lefty” Kelleher celebrated his life with a parade, walking behind his hearse and urn and winding through the … Continue reading
Blackberry Time
Make jelly, syrup and wine
When life gives you lemons, of course you should make lemonade. But in Oregon, you’re much more likely to get blackberries. After years of fighting … Continue reading
Main Street Shenanigans
The 2023 Springfield’s The Block Party shuts down Main Street for a good time
For one night only, the heart of downtown Springfield will close. This one night consists of live music, food trucks, games, art and more at … Continue reading