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
News
Activist Alert
Protests, activism and more around Lane County
“We have run out of excuses and we are running out of time. We have come here to let you know that change is coming, … Continue reading
Air Pressure
LRAPA evaluates purported Amazon parcel-delivery center
Just before Eugene Weekly’s press time, the Lane Regional Air Protection Agency announced it had issued the air permit for the proposed parcel-delivery center on … Continue reading
The Life and Legacy of Jana Rygas: June 2, 1954 – May 27, 2025
Political strategist and organizer involved in the election of Eugene’s last three mayors passed away March 27
“In campaigns, there’s a lot of pressure to be perfect all the time,” former Eugene mayor Kitty Piercy says. But in her 2004 campaign, Piercy … Continue reading
‘What If It Had Been Life-Threatening?’
Sarah Reighley, who is Deaf, alleges she was turned away from urgent care because the doctor was uncomfortable treating her without a Video-Relay-Interpreter
On the morning of Sept. 10, Sarah Reighley, a woman who was born Deaf, arrived at BestMed Urgent Care on West 11th Avenue seeking medical … Continue reading
EW Extra
Cirque MaCeo
Jon Batiste
Live at Eugene's Cuthbert Amphitheater Sept. 16
Search and Destroy
Literary Canadian indie rockers Destroyer launch their North American tour at WOW Hall
Canadian indie rock act Destroyer launches its North American tour Sept. 23 at WOW Hall. They’re supporting their 14th studio album, Dan’s Boogie. Destroyer is … Continue reading
Rollin’ Through Life
Folk hip-hop musician Rich Rollins’ album release show with Apex Predators is Sept. 20.
Sometimes opposites attract, or at least that’s how indie folk and hip-hop musician Rich Rollins views these two very different genres. He’s been working on … Continue reading
Arts And Culture
Chain Reactions Stunning To See
The International Online Art Collective’s Chain Reaction Exhibit is at The Hybrid Gallery
One silver lining of the COVID pandemic: It brought together 14 visual artists from eight countries via Zoom with different professional backgrounds who forged lasting … Continue reading
Turn on the Bright Lights
The Eugene BRiGHT Parade returns Sept. 27 in downtown Eugene
The Eugene BRiGHT Parade returns Sept. 27. It is a free family-friendly event in downtown Eugene featuring a brightly illuminated showcase of human and electric-powered … Continue reading
The quickest way to Harlem
Celebrate the Harlem Renaissance at the Hult Center at a benefit for the Eugene/Springfield NAACP
Travel back in time with the NAACP Harlem Renaissance in Blue and Gold Sept. 27 at the Hult Center. In the 1920s and ’30s, the … Continue reading
Sage Advice
New York eclectic folk singer-songwriter Rachael Sage returns to Eugene Sept. 29 at Art House, supporting her new release Canopy, out Sept. 29 on Sage’s … Continue reading
Local & Vocal
Leading For Our Students, For Our Democracy
The LCC faculty union president responds
By Adrienne Mitchell On Sept. 11, a guest viewpoint in Eugene Weekly noted, “LCC stands at an inflection point.” I couldn’t agree with that sentiment … Continue reading
Ay, There’s the Rub
Massage therapy a legitimate form of treatment
By AnnMarie Maurer As a longtime massage therapist and business owner, I am frequently asked questions about massage. What are the benefits of massage? How … Continue reading
Ways to Respond
The impact of federal policy changes on Oregon’s state and local budgets
Alan Cohen We can’t take an official position of the We the People party on the issue of the impacts on Oregon state and local … Continue reading
Leading Through Change, Protecting Our Promise
How LCC will meet financial challenges head-on, serve students and prepare Lane County’s workforce for the future
By Stephanie Bulger For more than 50 years, Lane Community College has been a trusted path to opportunity for Lane County residents. Through degrees and … Continue reading
Letters To The Editor
From Misogyny to a Plaque for Frog in Letters
The Misogyny of it All I was disgusted to learn of the waste of a quarter-million dollars in taxpayer money incurred by Lane County “leaders,” … Continue reading
From Amazon to Political Turning Points in Letters
Stop Complaining If Amazon is going to build a distribution center near the Eugene airport, it is because there is a demand for it (EW, … Continue reading
Letters to the Editor
In Appreciation of the Rabbi’s Words I greatly appreciated Rabbi Ruhi Sophia Motzkin Rubenstein’s thoughtful words (EW, 8/28). Her piece advocates protesting the war in … Continue reading
From Fathers to ICE to Gaza in Letters
A Message That Strikes Home I was moved reading the words of Daniel Kahn’s father (EW, 8/21). The man killed by Springfield police and his … Continue reading
Slant
Slant — Saving Democracy!
• Voting in Best of Eugene (which encompasses all of Lane County and our readership areas) wraps up Sept. 29. Remember: 1. This is a … Continue reading
Slant — Sportsball and Strippers
• Policy wonks unite! City Club of Eugene is going to dive into the city of Eugene’s budget process! Speakers include longtime conservative Eugene City … Continue reading
Slant — Celebrating local!
• Bern Johnson, who is retiring as executive director of Environmental Alliance Worldwide, tells reporter Corin Antonio in this week’s cover story that when his … Continue reading
Slant — Civic minded
• Feeling civic? City Club of Eugene is back from break! Eugene Mayor Kaarin Knudson will be interviewed by KLCC Reporter Rebecca Hansen-White at noon … Continue reading
Chow
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
Vibrant Thai Street Food Spices It Up
Innovating and authentic, paired with impeccable service, Kai Asian Street Food fills the city with its style
From the deep south of Hat Yai, Thailand, to Eugene’s Van Buren Street, the tree-shaded food cart immediately began growing in the community after opening … Continue reading
Music
All Ages, All Heart
Deep Sea Diver’s Jessica Dobson on Sub Pop, Jonny Greenwood and the power of all-ages shows
Singer and guitarist Jessica Dobson grew up near an all-ages venue in Anaheim, California. Now based in Seattle, Dobson’s guitar indie pop band, Deep Sea … Continue reading
How a Pete Seeger Clone found the Blues
Local blues musician Walker T Ryan performs part 5 of his Houndstooth Public House Residency on Sept. 20.
Walker T Ryan is a Eugene blues, folk and Americana music staple who is nearing the conclusion of his six-show residency at the Houndstooth Public … Continue reading
Kruder & Dorfmeister
K&D Sessions live at the Crystal Ballroom [9.12.25, Portland, OR]
The Best Day Ever
Thundercat, Smino, MIKE, and Soundsbydonta pull up to Aminé’s second annual hometown fest in Portland [9.14.25]
Gallery
Billy Strings
Live at Matt Knight Arena August 23, 2025
Photos by Todd Cooper.
Fire Near Oakridge and Old Hazeldell Quarry Site
The Aubrey Mountain fire broke out August 7, east of Oakridge and firefighters continue suppression efforts
Shortly before 4 pm Thursday, August 7, a vegetation fire was reported along Highway 58 near milepost 37, just east of the city of Oakridge … Continue reading
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone Wins Kettle & Fire Women’s 400 Meter.
7,812 Fans Attend Day 3 of the USATF Outdoor Championships Under Hot Sun
Gold medalist and world record holder Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone won the Kettle & Fire Women’s 400 Meter with a time of 48.90 on Day 3 of … Continue reading
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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