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He went down at Hayward Field. Months later, he has two words.

Thanks to fast-acting EMTs, Dan Pritchard survived a cardiac arrest at the NCAA Track and Field Championships. Months later, he reunited with the team to thank them in person — a meeting that helped…

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Melvyn Oberman

Melvyn Oberman, 88, of Eugene, Oregon, died Monday, Sept. 14, 2026, from cancer. Ash burial will be at Eugene Masonic Cemetery. Andreason's Cremation & Burial Service is handling the arrangements.

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Rudy Fecteau

Rudy Fecteau, 90, of Eugene, died Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026, in Eugene, Oregon. He moved to Eugene after retirement. Andreason's Cremation & Burial Service is handling the arrangements.

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Avis Karen Loeck

Avis Karen Loeck, 69, died Sunday, Sept. 6, 2026. Rest-Haven Memorial Park & Funeral Home is handling the arrangements.

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David "Dave" Earl Ledford

David “Dave” Earl Ledford, 66, of Cottage Grove, died Tuesday, Sept. 15, 2026, in Cottage Grove after a battle with a brain tumor. A celebration of life will be held at a later time. Smith Lund Mills Funeral Chapel & Crematorium is handling the arrangements.

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It's time to plant cover crops in your garden. Here are a few favorite options.

These will help your soil, and if you want, provide food. Crimson clover and fava beans are especially versatile possibilities.

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