Know Your Rights
What you can do to save the world in the reign of Trump
What you can do to save the world in the reign of Trump The moment Donald J. Trump was inaugurated president of the United States … Continue reading
News
Conveyor Belts and Ablution Rooms
Details emerge on planned Eugene e-commerce facility
The name of the company that will occupy a massive e-commerce distribution facility near the Eugene Airport remains a mystery, but other details of the … Continue reading
Amazon Creek Update
Removal of a section of the concrete channel surrounding Amazon Creek in south Eugene will pick up again in the summer
Amazon Creek flows from its headwater in Eugene’s south hills near Spencer Butte, through town to the Long Tom River and then to the Willamette. … Continue reading
A Resource Guide
A post-election resource guide of organizations serving Eugene and Lane County
By Madeline Braun It’s no secret that many members of our community are facing increasing threats to their rights and well-being. If you or your … Continue reading
Know Your Rights, Reduce Risks
Essential legal tools for immigrants and allies
By Lauren Regan and Civil Liberties Defense Center For immigrant communities and their allies, knowing how to interact with cops or ICE (aka La Migra) … Continue reading
EW Extra
Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country
Live at the WOW Hall [2.8.25]
The Print Weekly is on the Way!
The print edition was held up by the weather
Missing your print Weekly? Our printer assures us they are on the way! This week’s issue of Eugene Weekly — the Know Your Rights in the … Continue reading
Find Your Passion
Focus on what’s possible
By Michelle Ferguson I consider myself a relentless optimist. When the headlines report climate disasters and political setbacks, I choose hope. Not because I ignore … Continue reading
Even Fairies Love Chocolate
Wilkins Coffee and Unseelie Chocolates hosts fantasy art gallery and unveils new chocolate bars Feb. 7
Wilkins Coffee and Unseelie Chocolates is a new downtown chocolate shop that officially opened its doors last November. As a part of the “goblin community,” … Continue reading
Arts And Culture
The Joker
Depression, suicide, mental illness, a HGTV reality TV series. Not typical fodder for comedy, except perhaps for that last one, but Aaron Foster, a Reno-based … Continue reading
Oregon’s Hippie Island
Revisiting the 1960s in Greece
Matala, a quiet beach village on the Greek island of Crete, became an international hangout for the flower children of the 1960s. A surprising number … Continue reading
Sniffing for Truffles
Truffle-hunting dogs compete in a competition of scent at The Joriad Feb. 8
Truffles may be a delicacy enjoyed around the world, but we owe compliments not only to the chef who prepared the dish, but also the … Continue reading
Fast and Furious Fun
The Non-Stop Players perform ‘Into the Woods’ at ACE through Feb. 16
It’s a furious-paced and intricate mosh pit of overlapping fairy tales that can be dizzying to follow. Think of the characters from Cinderella, Jack and … Continue reading
Local & Vocal
Hold the Line
Resources for LGBTQIA+ community members and advice for allies
By Brooks McLain and Max Skorodinsky For many members of marginalized communities, including those who are LGBTQIA+, the last few months, and especially the last … Continue reading
Our Children Are Our Common Ground
Eugene District 4J affirms its commitment to equity and belonging
By Colt Gill Change brings uncertainty. Education leaders in our area hear anxious questions from our families, partners and community about how changes in our … Continue reading
Participation Counts
Labor unions and making a difference, even if you are not a billionaire
By Dan Soeby In today’s environment of class separation and division, an individual voice may not be heard, especially if that voice does not belong … Continue reading
Not an Isolated Incident
Racism in Eugene after the inauguration of Donald Trump
By Rene Gonzalez Growing up in Eugene, I always felt proud of the open-minded and inclusive community that welcomed me. The sense of belonging and … Continue reading
Letters To The Editor
From Responses to Racism to Beer and Mexico in Letters to the Editor
Timing Not Coincidental I just finished Rene Gonzalez’s Viewpoint (EW, 1/30) where he relates multiple instances of racist harassment at work just a day after … Continue reading
From the Mims Family to Housing in Letters
The Legacy of the Mims Family Thanks to G. B. Lawrence for reminding and informing readers of the critical part the Mims family played in … Continue reading
Frog, Noise, Health Care and More in Letters
Indeed, Fare Thee Well I don’t think Frog would mind if I stayed home to celebrate his life. I’d like to drive over to the … Continue reading
Helping hippies, health care and homelessness in letters
A ‘Best of Eugene’ Experience A week or two ago, I received a “to occupant” letter from Eugene Springfield Fire and opened it trepidatiously to … Continue reading
Slant
Slant — Showing Up
• This week is Eugene Weekly’s Know Your Rights in the Trump Era issue, and it gives us hope to see how many organizations and … Continue reading
Slant — Still Free
By EW editorial staff • It’s Groundhog Day on Sunday, Feb. 2, and Donald Trump’s nonstop executive orders have been giving us that “This again?” … Continue reading
Slant — Screwed?
• An indoor games issue inauguration week? Well, kids, sometimes folks need a distraction. Enjoy the Weekly’s foray into Dungeons & Dragons. Not everyone has … Continue reading
Slant — Stride On!
• Are you a student living in Union on Broadway? Do you rent a place in Crescent Village? The U.S. Department of Justice announced Jan. … Continue reading
Chow
Food Fit for a Korean King
Tiger Mama is a Korean food restaurant that serves traditional dishes with healthy ingredients
In ancient Korea, royal feasts consisted of a vast array of dishes with up to 12 side dishes as offerings to support the king’s health … Continue reading
Freeze-Dried Luxury
Eugene chef and restaurateur makes fancy freeze-dried meals for hiking, van life, emergencies or forays into space
As a single mom of four, entrepreneur and established restaurateur who has opened eight restaurants in Mexico and Eugene — most recently Santo de la … Continue reading
Styr It Up
After three years as a food truck, Styr Kurbside Kitchen brings comfort food for Springfield
It’s 9 am on a Sunday when I walk into Styr Kurbside Kitchen. Music is blaring and NFL pregame shows are on the TV while … Continue reading
Wild Duck Legacy Lives On
Student-athlete ownership revives 27-year-old community cornerstone
After 27 years, Wild Duck Cafe, a campus-area community staple, closed in 2022 due to post-pandemic inflation. But Wild Duck made its elaborate comeback last … Continue reading
Music
Bryce Vine Returns to Oregon With Motel California Tour
2025 tour marks the upcoming release of his first independent album set for this spring.
A unique blend of music filled the room as the crowd danced and sang along tenderly the lyrics “Motel California, here I come…” Rapper and … Continue reading
Restore and Rebuild LA
Public Enemy, Andra Day, Anthony Hamilton, Jimmy Jam, Terry Lewis and more at Black Music Action Coalition's fundraiser for fire relief
On Jan. 29, the Black Music Action Coalition held a fundraiser for fire relief, Restore & Rebuild LA, with performances by Andra Day, Anthony Hamilton … Continue reading
The Wrecking Crew Reimagined
Marisa Frantz and company honor The Wrecking Crew’s legacy in a night of nostalgia
Travel down memory lane as Marisa Frantz and company honor the unsung heroes of the 1960s and ’70s — The Wrecking Crew. Known as the … Continue reading
‘Opera is Instrumental’ Brings Opera to Life for Young Musicians
Eugene Opera collaborates with Eugene-Springfield Youth Orchestras
The young violinist from South Eugene High School rises and leads the group in a warm-up. A single note resonates, commanding the room’s attention. As … Continue reading
Gallery
Be Vibrant!
Kick off Black History Month with drag, dance and burlesque on Feb. 1
In the United States, drag originated from the Black community in the 1800s when William Dorsey Swann, the first self-proclaimed drag queen, hosted private balls … Continue reading
Gasoline and Giving
Albany’s annual indoor car show, Winter Rod & Speed Show, was held Jan. 17 and 18 with proceeds going to Fish of Albany, a local food bank
Jan. 17 marked the yearly return of the Winter Rod & Speed Show, an indoor automotive show and tell held in the Albany Expo Center. … Continue reading
A Boy Named Cuchulain
Local Eugene band ‘A Boy Named Sue,’ fronted by singer-songwriter Cuchulain pays homage to music legend Johnny Cash
“Hello, my name is Johnny Cash.” Those are the famous words spoken by the American music legend himself before he started performing at Folsom Prison … Continue reading
Sponsored Content
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Welcome to ShelterCare!
ShelterCare provides compassionate housing and behavioral health services for individuals and families wanting a safe and stable home in our community.
Our programs include: – Housing Services for Families helping families with children avoid and overcome homelessness – Permanent Supported Housing providing specialized housing and support services … Continue reading
A ShelterCare Success Story: Meet Loren!
“Having a program that seeks you out is so important because when you’re out there on the streets, there’s nothing – there’s no hope,” says ShelterCare … Continue reading
ShelterCare’s 2022 Agents for Change
Looking for a realtor who both aligns with your values and supports our community? Look no further! Introducing… These are the real estate agents who … Continue reading