Lookout Eugene-Springfield
Eugene Airport resumes plans for expansion of Concourse A
The expansion, previously paused due to restrictions placed on a federal grant, is now back on the airport’s list of scheduled projects.
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9m4J finance director files intent to sue district for retaliation after budget error
Matthew Brown’s tort claim notice outlines the ways in which he believes Eugene School District 4J leaders unfairly blamed him for last year’s forecasting errors. Brown is threatening to sue for retaliation and, if the district terminates him, wrongful discharge, among other claims.
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8mEugene is tearing down riverfront overlook built to honor civic leader Maurie Jacobs
The 35-year-old structure was designed by local architect Otto Poticha. The city says erosion has made the overlook unsafe, but Poticha calls that an “excuse.” The city did not publicly announce the demolition or notify Jacobs’ family.
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4mHike the Pacific Crest Trail? No thanks. I’d rather dawdle and take in the scenery.
Ask me about any wilderness in Oregon, and I will be able to suggest several prettier, quieter routes than the overtrodden PCT.
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11mThings to do: Party with a local influencer; take in a play about the making of 'Jaws'; tour the WOW Hall
This week’s arts and culture calendar includes a comedy at the Very Little Theatre, a book sale to benefit a volunteer-run library, a Portland indie band revisiting its debut album and more.
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9mClashing egos, booze and boredom: Play peeks behind the scenes during making of ‘Jaws’
“The Shark Is Broken” opens this week at the Very Little Theatre in Eugene. It's about Richard Dreyfuss, Roy Scheider and Robert Shaw on the set of the blockbuster film, arguing and drinking while they wait around for the shark to work.