Buzz Kill
The non-alcohol movement is hitting Eugene-Springfield’s nightlife
If spilling a drink is a party foul, consider this idea that might save you from a party felony: You might not need alcohol for … Continue reading
News
Working for the People
Elected officials can help their constituents overcome hurdles in dealing with state and federal agencies
A call to your local representative’s office can do more than you might think. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit in 2020, many Oregonians lost their jobs … Continue reading
The Fast and the Forest
A partnership between a running-oriented nonprofit and Willamalane is addressing Dorris Ranch’s historic trees affected with blight
Walking through Dorris Ranch in Springfield on a cold winter morning, Ben Blankenship, founder of the nonprofit Endless Mileage Project and a 2016 Olympian in … Continue reading
Addressing Antisemitism
Recent public displays of antisemitism further the need for community conversation, such as an upcoming forum at City Club
When Michael Lainoff found antisemitic flyers outside of his Eugene home the morning of Sunday, Feb.19, it was “alarming, but not totally unexpected.” His neighbors … Continue reading
Starbucks Workers Strike Back!
EMU Starbucks Workers strike after seven-year Starbucks employee is let go
On Thursday, March 2, at 11:30 am Alice was told she was being fired from the University of Oregon’s EMU Starbucks. After working at different … Continue reading
EW Extra
Into the Unknown
Unknown Mortal Orchestra plays Eugene to promote new double album, ‘V’
Unknown Mortal Orchestra started out, well, unknown. New Zealand artist Ruban Nielson had just quit his band The Mint Chicks and moved to Portland to … Continue reading
Still Relevant After All These Years
Dolly Parton’s decades-old 9 to 5 comes alive at South Eugene High School
Since sexism in the workforce is not a thing of the past, the South Eugene High School theater department put on an endearing performance of … Continue reading
Help Is on the Way
Trauma Intervention Program trains first cohort of volunteers, who’ll accompany first responders when needed
Days after graduating from a 55-hour training academy, the inaugural class of graduates of Lane County’s Trauma Intervention Program meet one more time at the … Continue reading
‘Humanity is Doomed’
Mike Meyer and Jill Leffingwell describe what youth thinks about the future of humanity.
The heat is rising. Oregon is fired up, literally. Then-Gov. Kate Brown declared several state of emergencies in 2020 due to climate crisis-related disasters related … Continue reading
Arts And Culture
Literature and Music — A Good Combination
Tsunami Books hosts authors Pedro Hoffmeister and Willy Vlautin
Writing novels is such a solitary undertaking that it stands to reason that authors would like to release pent-up energy somewhere. For Pedro Hoffmeister, that … Continue reading
From Argentina, Let’s Tango!
Eugene Vocal Arts hosts ‘Tango Mass’ March 19
It’s time for the professionals to put on their dancing shoes at the Hult Center for stealthy, almost cat-like movements and dramatic attitude. It’s time … Continue reading
A Grand Experiment
The new executive director at Very Little Theatre takes on the position at full force
“Almost everything I do is an experiment,” says Ron Evans, the very new executive director at Very Little Theatre. “I run off of data that … Continue reading
Check Your Preferences
Explore your kinky side at fetish nights in Eugene
Someone is elaborately tied by shibari rope into a configuration that’s both sensual and athletically challenging. Briefly on the stage, the tied individual might then … Continue reading
Local & Vocal
Renter Protections
Homeless prevention is a top priority of every Eugenean
By Kevin C. Cronin Renter protections are consumer protections, and right now renters in Eugene are being squeezed until they fall into homelessness. On March … Continue reading
Public Health is for Everyone
A plea to fully fund public health modernization
By Bruce Tufts I was exercising in my basement, watching CNN, on Sept. 11, 2001, as two hijacked planes destroyed the World Trade Center. This … Continue reading
Privileged Ignorance
White people need to stop pretending they aren’t the problem
Language is heavily symbolic. It is not only words, but facial and bodily expressions, energy, boundaries and silences. The meanings are contextual, cultural and latent … Continue reading
My View as Vice-Chair
The Eugene 4J School Board and recent allegations of racism
By Gordon Lafer I was surprised to see Eugene Weekly’s most recent story on the Eugene School District 4J Board (“Signal Ignites 4J Board Meeting,” … Continue reading
Letters To The Editor
Issues Both Local and National
Expensive textbooks, 4J board elections and the Public Safety Levy
WELLPATH ISN’T WELL On Feb. 7 the Lane County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to place a Public Safety Levy Renewal on the May ballot. … Continue reading
Where’s That Park?
Your article on Oregon parks (“There’s a Pass For That,” March 2) ran with a photo of Yosemite National Park, which is not in Oregon. … Continue reading
Environmentalists Offer Hope
Interesting on their own, it was the juxtaposition of three articles in your March 2 issue that I found especially insightful. It was great to … Continue reading
13th Avenue: A Tradeoff That Works
Regarding Don Richey’s complaint about the 13th Avenue redesign (“The Dems Have Us Going in Circles,” Letters, March 9), I, too, grumbled as I drove … Continue reading
Slant
Slant: Antisemitism, Cottage Grove Police, new UO President
The City Club of Eugene March 10 forum about the increase of antisemitism in Lane County and what to do about it attracted a full … Continue reading
Slant: State Bank of Oregon, recycled EWs, antisemitism and more
How about a state bank of Oregon? Jeff Golden, the fine state senator from southern Oregon, wants to create a task force to study and … Continue reading
Slant: Subscribing to Eugene Weekly, Thumbs up to Egan Volunteers, Black History and more
Did you know you can subscribe to Eugene Weekly and get our printed pages in your hot little hands each week? Just call the office … Continue reading
Slant: Empty Red Boxes, Dana’s Cheesecake, and City Club
Our printer in Klamath Falls delivers 30,000 copies of Eugene Weekly early every Thursday morning to our location on Lincoln Street. Then our circulation crew … Continue reading
Chow
Homecoming
Former Café 440 chef Katie Nordgren returns to Bier Stein after 14 years
For 14 years, head chef Katie Nordgren ran the kitchen of the popular restaurant Café 440. When the restaurant closed its doors in August 2022, … Continue reading
Local Beer, Exotic Brats
Rare meats, family recipes and fresh bread set these Bangers & Brew’s brats apart from the ones you grill up at home
Bratwurst is an American staple when it comes to cookouts and pregame tailgates, yet restaurants that serve brats exclusively seem almost unheard of. At least … Continue reading
‘Wait Your Turn, It’s Worth It’
New Fall Creek restaurant delivers meals cooked from scratch, a specialty market and a one-of-a-kind dining experience
“We’re not a traditional restaurant,” says Billy Reid, chef and owner of Dueling Spoons. Reid says people are surprised when they find out that he’s … Continue reading
A Slice of Downtown
Slice Pizzeria and Bar takes over former Sizzle Pie downtown spot
The smell of pizza has returned to the corner of Willamette and Broadway. Months after Portland-based pizza chain Sizzle Pie vacated its downtown location, Slice … Continue reading
Music
Muse: A Celebration of Women, Volume 1
It’s women’s weekend on the stage at beergarden and The Public House, and not a moment too soon. It’s time to ease the late winter … Continue reading
Swing Shift Jazz Orchestra featuring Clairdee
Carmen McRae met the great Billie Holiday when she was just 17 years old, and Holiday recorded in 1939 a tune she composed, “Dream of … Continue reading
Joey Valence & (Brae)kbeats
Boom-bap rap returns with Philly rap duo Joey Valence & Brae
In 2021, at the height of the pandemic, Pennsylvania rap duo Joey Bertolino and Braedan Lugue, who perform as Joey Valence & Brae, scored a … Continue reading
Growing Pains Shows Sonic Growth
The local band returns to the WOW Hall with the release of the production-centered EP 'Thought I Heard Your Car'
It’s been three years since Growing Pains, a band local to both Portland and Eugene, released its first full length album Heaven Spots. Since then … Continue reading
Gallery
Shovels & Rope
Live at Sessions Music Hall [10.25.22]
Makaya McCraven and Louis Cole Big Band
Live at WOW Hall [10.20.22]
Wet Leg
Live at McDonald Theatre [10.7.22]
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Congressman DeFazio Leads Charge to Protect the Wild Rogue Wilderness as Legacy
Legislation would protect clean water and recreational opportunities
After decades of advocacy and work, new protections might finally be coming to one of Oregon’s most treasured landscapes – the Wild Rogue in Southwest … Continue reading