Best of Eugene 2.0
From pony people to lattes — EW staffers make their picks
News
Rising to the Occasion
Longtime manager becomes Metropol Bakery’s next owner
For 48 years, Eugene’s Metropol Bakery was owned by one person. But that changed on Oct. 1, when the longtime manager took ownership of the … Continue reading
VA Clinic Advances
Developer buys land on Chad Drive in Eugene
The developer of a planned federal Department of Veterans Affairs behavioral health clinic in Eugene is inching ahead on the project, recently clearing a couple … Continue reading
Activist Alert
Protests, activism and more around Lane County
“Power concedes nothing without a demand. It never did and it never will. … The limits of tyrants are prescribed by the endurance of those … Continue reading
Show Me the Money
Eugene gives developer until next year to buy Willamette Street site for long-delayed affordable-housing project
More than four years after it was picked by the city of Eugene, a development company has failed to raise any of the roughly $35 … Continue reading
EW Extra
Democracy Demands Action
What One Oregon Professor Taught His Students About Fighting for Our Republic
My father, Professor Jim Klonoski, taught political science at the University of Oregon for over four decades. Generations of students remember his courses — Introduction … Continue reading
Protester Detained for Unattended Bag at Federal Building
On Oct. 28, a well-known activist was detained in an alleged targeted citation.
On Tuesday, Oct. 28, a local homeless advocate and community activist was handcuffed by federal agents after leaving her backpack on the ground near the … Continue reading
Hello, Hallowe’en
The Shelton McMurphey Johnson House hosts A Hallowee’en Victoriana — Halloween like it was in the Victorian Era
Want to celebrate Halloween like they did back in the day? Like, way back — the Victorian Era, to be exact. Well, this Halloween, or … Continue reading
The Biggest Party in the Space-Time Continuum
The Capricorn Mansion hosts a Time Travelers Reception on Oct. 31
In 2009, Stephen Hawking threw a party for the ages, inviting time travelers from all around to congregate at his house to enjoy “champagne and … Continue reading
Arts And Culture
Back to Bagby
The state’s most popular hot springs is getting better
The trailhead host for Bagby Hot Springs has to be tough and yet genial. Mona Pearson fits the bill. If you thought Lane County’s Terwilliger … Continue reading
The Best Cemetery Next To A University Campus To Enjoy Life
Not many universities have a cemetery on campus, and neither does the University of Oregon, technically. But Pioneer Cemetery, while not on the UO campus, … Continue reading
All Hail Queen Bey
XCape Dance Company pays tribute to Beyoncé at the Hult Center
XCape Dance Company launches its 12th season with Queen Bey: A Dance Experience at the Hult Center. XCape Creative Director Vanessa Fuller says the show … Continue reading
Best Vet to Nitpick Your Pony
For potential purchasers who aren’t just horsing around
It’s been decades since I’ve owned a horse. Back in the day, my standards for acquiring an equine were questionable, centering mostly around price (the … Continue reading
Local & Vocal
A Day in the Life
Teaching math at Lane Community College
By Paula Thonney I teach math at Lane Community College. I’ve taught full-time at LCC since 2016. LCC’s instructors are now bargaining with the college … Continue reading
Preserving Natural Features
Conservation easements to protect the land
Six years ago, a woman who owns 18 acres southeast of Cottage Grove called me as president of LandWatch Lane County, a nonprofit land use … Continue reading
A Superstar for a Cultural Shift
Building a culture that values diversity, works for equity and strives for inclusion
The answer for how best to respond to the Charlie Kirk assassination and its aftermath eluded me at first. Yes, political violence is a serious … Continue reading
Speaking Up
The burglaries targeting Asian American families stole more than money and property
By G.K. We are an Asian American family in Eugene whose home was recently burglarized, and our lives will never be the same. In August, … Continue reading
Letters To The Editor
From Hunger to Troubles at LCC
This Hurts This week, over 750,000 Oregonians — including about 210,000 children and 130,000 seniors — will lose access to a program that puts food … Continue reading
From Screams to Permits in Letters to the Editor
Hear My Primal Scream! You asked us (Slant, 10/23) to “scream if you want Savage Love.” Well, I’m screaming! Savagely! There are a million places … Continue reading
From Flock to the YMCA in Letters to the Editor
Symbolism over Safety Eugene’s City Council just voted to “pause” its use of Flock license plate cameras — right as multiple hits from those cameras … Continue reading
From Coping to Amigo the Devil
Coping Today Spending time in the forest helps me with stress and keeps life in perspective. Being mindful. Just listening, watching, smelling, just being. Nature … Continue reading
Slant
Slant — Butternaise
• Food security is still insecure (thanks, Donald Trump), and here at Eugene Weekly we are collecting food for Burrito Brigade’s Little Food Pantries. Find … Continue reading
Slant — Oh SNAP!
• He was a musician, an activist and a force around town. We interviewed Lea Jones in July about his work to stop Avelo Airlines … Continue reading
Slant — Savage
By EW editorial staff • Best of Eugene is next week! The issue is chock full of the things readers voted they love best! Got a … Continue reading
Slant — Grand Slam
• Banana Ball! For those of us who don’t follow sportsball but love a good TikTok dance, the Savannah Bananas are a dream team, and … Continue reading
Chow
Eating with an Impact
Some local eateries serve the community
Dining out is out of reach for some members of the community who struggle to feed themselves, and at the same time, the food service … Continue reading
The Spice is Right
Junction City’s Aroma of India is gaining popularity and it’s planning to come to Eugene
The home of the Scandinavian Festival is quickly becoming known for another world of spices. Aroma of India is one of Junction City’s newest restaurants, … Continue reading
Nelson’s Comes to Campus
Whiteaker favorite Nelson’s is opening a new restaurant in the heart of campus, while the beloved Nelson’s Taqueria food truck says goodbye
Nelson’s Taqueria food truck — and its neighboring restaurant Nelson’s in the Whit — are staples of the Whiteaker neighborhood. The food truck has been … Continue reading
From Food Cart to Full House
The Ariano brothers of El Nopalito went from selling out of their Van Buren street cart to running a restaurant that’s packed until after closing time
Since El Nopalito graduated from its food cart to a much-awaited brick-and-mortar restaurant in July, crowds of customers linger after closing. Reluctant to leave the … Continue reading
Music
30-days of Punk and Rock Returns
Month-long Music & Arts Festival Celebrates its 20th anniversary
Hosted by The Music Education & Performing Artists Association, The GRRRLZ ROCK Music & Arts Festival honors the contributions and growth of women in the … Continue reading
Glitter Bomb for Peace
Stand up for mutual aid in Gaza at Femme Dagger’s Glitter in the Cut album release show at Sam Bond’s
Eugene musician Annah Anti-Palindrome — who describes herself as “anti-Zionist Mizrahi Jew” — feels it’s crucial to take a stand against Israel’s occupation of Palestine, … Continue reading
Uniquely Glitterfox
After facing inter-band challenges and a new album, Portland-based indie rock Glitterfox performs at WOW Hall Oct. 29
Glitterfox has had a very eventful 13 years to say the least. Shortly after guitarist Andrea Walker encountered French Basque vocalist Solange Igoa at a … Continue reading
Fleetwood Mac Fever
Broadway’s Tony Award-winning Stereophonic comes to the Hult Center
The song “Silver Springs” is trending on TikTok. The 1973 Stevie Nicks and Lindsey Buckingham Buckingham Nicks album reissue went viral this year. And Stereophonic, … Continue reading
Gallery
No Kings 2.0 protest
Quadeca
Live at Aladdin Theater [Oct. 23, 2025 — PDX]
Cirque MaCeo
Sponsored Content
Simple Tips to Boost Your Mental Health
Prioritizing your mental well-being is just as important as taking care of your physical health – and it might be easier than you think. Making … Continue reading
Gregory Erling Flato
Gregory Erling Flato was born on June 27, 1947, in Astoria, Oregon, the oldest child of Erling and Esther Flato (née Kallunki) and passed away … Continue reading