Lookout Eugene-Springfield
Drought intensifies in Lane County
A historically dry spring and record heat have pushed much of Lane County into severe drought, increasing wildfire risk as dried-out vegetation and hot conditions create dangerous fire potential.
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Lois Alexander
Lois Alexander, 90, died Monday, Nov. 2, 2026. Andreason's Cremation & Burial Service is handling the arrangements.
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Margery Dooley
Margery Dooley, 101, died Saturday, Oct. 31, 2026. Andreason's Cremation & Burial Service is handling the arrangements.
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Maurice Scott
Maurice Scott, 71, of Eugene, died Wednesday, Oct. 28, 2026, at home in Eugene. No funeral or memorial service will be held. Andreason's Cremation & Burial Service is handling the arrangements.
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Siche Green-Mitchell
Siche Green-Mitchell, 38, died Thursday, Oct. 29, 2026. He graduated from the University of Oregon and served on the Oregon Suicide Prevention task force. Holman's Funeral & Cremation Service is handling the arrangements.
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2mMan killed in SUV crash on Highway 36 near Mapleton
A 47-year-old Swisshome man died Sunday, Nov. 1, in a single-vehicle collision on Highway 36 roughly five miles from Mapleton, Oregon State Police said.