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SNAP is a lifeline for Lane County families
Oregon faces SNAP cuts and possible payment disruptions, threatening hundreds of thousands, straining local economies and overburdening food banks that cannot replace this vital safety net.
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Theodora Louise Moss
Theodora Louise Moss, 82, of Yuba City, California, died Thursday, Oct. 22, 2026. She graduated from Eugene Bible College.
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Dr. Thomas "Tom" Joseph Tracy
Dr. Thomas “Tom” Joseph Tracy, 71, died Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026. He received his master's degree and doctorate from the University of Oregon. Rose-Neath Funeral Home - Minden is handling the arrangements.
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9mFor years they just toughed out the smoke. Now, an effort emerges to protect firefighters' health.
The 2026 wildfire season was recently declared over. For wildland firefighters, though, the long-term health toll is finally being taken more seriously, with a Eugene-based advocacy group and Oregon lawmakers pushing for more protections.
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12mWho pays if CleanLane fails? Some Eugene city councilors want to know
Several councilors are calling for a review into how much of Lane County’s potential liability from the planned recycling facility Eugene could inherit.
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8mIt's more than winning: New Kidsports boss emphasizes connection, fun in youth sports
Bailey Stokes started her athletic career playing in Kidsports and came back to coach five years ago. Now she wants to help give thousands of kids the same firm foundation she got from sports.