I Dream of Eugene
Dreams of Eugene, Lane County and Oregon’s future
As 2025 kicks off, rather than just be filled with trepidation, Eugene Weekly decided to bring back an annual tradition of filling our pages with … Continue reading
News
New Boot Goofin’
Former University of Oregon athlete launches her second local business
A former Division I University of Oregon basketball player and Eugene native celebrated the third anniversary of success with her business, Bando’s Clothing & Goods, … Continue reading
The Mam of Oregon
An essay on the new nomads of American society
How many newcomers need to come to our country intending to stay before we see them as future citizens rather than “immigrants?” Though they come … Continue reading
Homes on the High Plateau
The real estate market looks tight in 2025
This holiday season brings scant cheer for Lane County residents trying to buy a home. Home prices are on a plateau — a frighteningly high … Continue reading
Royally Empty
Deal on horizon for Springfield’s empty Royal Caribbean call center?
Five years ago, Royal Caribbean turned out the lights and locked the doors at its Springfield call center, after laying off all the facility’s hundreds … Continue reading
EW Extra
The Weekly’s Top Reads
Eugene Weekly’s top stories of the year, as measured by web traffic
At Eugene Weekly, we don’t measure a story’s success by clicks — our all-time most-read story is about women being exploited via sex trafficking, and we’re … Continue reading
Cutting Back Corporate Campaign Contributions
HB 4024, passed in the Oregon Legislature in 2024 outlines limits to be implemented in 2027
Oregon Speaker of the House Julie Fahey says public trust in our democratic institutions is dropping. “This trust is the foundation of our country and … Continue reading
Remembering Anita
Eugene Weekly staff, friends and community members remember the longtime Weekly owner
Anita Johnson, the majority owner of Eugene Weekly and the driving force behind this newspaper’s dedication to public service and community journalism, died of cancer … Continue reading
Mayor’s statement regarding the Homeless Persons Remembrance Day Memorial Service
As mayor, I am the face and voice of the city. Both anger and praise are directed at me on this and other issues. It … Continue reading
Arts And Culture
‘It’s (Still) a Magical World, Hobbes Ol’ Buddy’
The Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art presents the first exhibition of original Calvin and Hobbes artwork curated outside artist Bill Watterson’s home state
Ask anyone you know, young or old, and they probably have memories of laughing at the antics of an adventurous 6-year-old boy named Calvin and … Continue reading
The Salsa, Timba, Bachata and Merengue
Latin Dance with DJ Vito takes over PLAY Eugene Jan. 7
Taco Tuesday never had it so good. Experience the extra spice of salsa dancing and more when Latin Dance with DJ Vito takes over PLAY … Continue reading
‘A Woman’s Song for Peace’
Krissy Keefer’s Dance Brigade and WOW Hall partner to celebrate their 50th anniversaries
Krissy Keefer and The Dance Brigade kick off their seven-city tour of A Women’s Song for Peace in Eugene on Jan. 9 at The Hult … Continue reading
Metal for Meals
Five metals bands come together in the new year to collect food for the community at WOW Hall
Nothing says community building quite like metal music, and WOW Hall is offering you the opportunity to give back and kick ass on Saturday, Jan. … Continue reading
Local & Vocal
The Lull Before The Storm
Holiday reflections in a time of anxious waiting
“There comes a time when humanity is called to shift to a new level of consciousness, to reach a higher moral ground. A time when … Continue reading
Journalism in the Trump Era
Reporters have long exposed ills of the world
By Joe Blakely The editors who resigned from the Los Angeles Times and The Washington Post were courageous and right about what they did. With … Continue reading
Good Grief and Good News
Justice will win in the end
“Elections are not the end of the world,” so proclaimed the Rev. Reneé Windsor-White to the congregation at First Christian Church in the heart of … Continue reading
Thanksgiving Reflections
Moving away from the turkey
By Hope Bohanec Ah, tradition. Like the sturdy railing along the edge of the vast Grand Canyon, we cling to it with a sense of … Continue reading
Letters To The Editor
From Dreams to Kazoos in Letters
Here’s a Dream To reduce air pollution and prevent injuries to pedestrians and bicyclists, all non-commercial SUVs and full-size pick-up trucks are banned from driving … Continue reading
From Homelessness to TV Butte in Letters
It’s Sports Tourism, Dammit So, as of this writing, it seems that the city’s parks department has finally succeeded in driving the breakfast program from … Continue reading
Local Voices, Local Topics in Letters
Serve with Love The city of Eugene has been targeting people in our community who offer resources to the poor and huddled masses. This cannot … Continue reading
From the working class to astrology in letters
Destroying the Working Class The prevailing attitude towards political engagement in Eugene seems to be, “No I won’t and you can’t make me.” I can’t, … Continue reading
Slant
Slant — So that happened
By EW editorial staff • 2024 has been a wild ride for Eugene Weekly. From going under due to the embezzlement by a once-trusted employee … Continue reading
Slant — Sliding into 2025
By EW editorial staff • The year 2025 is upon us, and this new year will mark the first one in more than a quarter … Continue reading
Slant — Season’s Greetings
• Merry Winter Solstice (and beginning of winter), Happy Hanukkah, Merry Christmas, Joyous Kwanzaa, Happy Boxing Day! And happy days off to those of us … Continue reading
Slant — So Much Stuff!
• Some good news at the end of 2024 here, Sam Bond’s Garage announced Tuesday, Dec. 10 on its Facebook page that it would remain … 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
Ring in the New Year
Happy New Year from the venues you know and love
New Year’s Eve this year kicks off at noon — or, well, 10 am — at the Eugene Science Center (2300 Leo Harris Parkway). The … Continue reading
The Return of the GOAT
Live music returns at Wandering Goat Coffee Co. in the Whit
It’s been a scary few months for Eugene music fans. In November, downtown venue The Big Dirty announced it was closing, and Sam Bond’s Garage … Continue reading
Celebrating the Classics
Tune in to the classical Christmas and Hannukah hits at KWAX 91.1 FM Dec. 24–26
Whether it’s playing in the background while you unwrap gifts or you’re dancing to it while your hot cocoa cools, music can make or break … Continue reading
What Do You Hope to Find Down in the Pig Mine?
A Q&A with Pink Floyd Tribute Band playing at the McDonald Theatre Dec. 7
Pigs on the Wing is a Portland-based Pink Floyd Tribute band, set to perform at the McDonald Theater on Dec. 7 as part of their … Continue reading
Gallery
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
Dana and Alden
Live at the Jazz Station [9.29.24]
Hiatus Kaiyote, Free Nationals and Digable Planets
Live at McMenamins Grand Lodge [Forest Grove, Oregon, 7.18.24 ]
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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