If you build it, trash will come. Or will it? The troubled history of CleanLane

Keep Lane County's rural trash transfer stations open | Letter to the editor

Growing up in a rural community, I can say that closing transfer stations where residents take their trash, as Lane County is considering, isn’t a good option. If the Walton and Low Pass transfer stations were to close, it would just cause more problems, because many residents are too old, disabled and poor. People would […]

New outdoor playground opens as part of Eugene Science Center expansion

The outdoor science park, which opened last week, doubles the museum’s footprint and offers a fenced-in area for children to climb, slide and run. Three more play structures will be added in the fall.

Fight for universal healthcare is about to heat up | Letter to the editor

I believe everyone deserves access to reliable, affordable healthcare.  A recent Oregon Health & Science University study found that when people with diabetes or other chronic conditions lose access to healthcare, their health gets worse. Managing chronic illnesses takes regular checkups, medication adjustments and consistent treatment. When that care is interrupted — whether because someone […]

Flush with potential: Junction City and Creswell consider joining regional wastewater organization 

Junction City and Creswell are eyeing a regional partnership for their future wastewater needs. Local leaders say it could spur more housing growth. 

A friend who knew and loved your person makes the difference in facing grief

Grief is a wild and unpredictable mix of memories, gut punches, laughter, love and fathomless pain. Friends help