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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
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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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
“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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
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
“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
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
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
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
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
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
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
“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
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
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