Ten budget-friendly summer activities in Eugene, Springfield for kids, adults

The bonds between us can't be replicated — which is cause for gratitude and grief

I am learning to be grateful for each person’s unique contribution to my life.

What to know about the World Athletics U20 Championships

The biennial junior-level championships will take place Aug. 5-9 at Hayward Field. Young international track and field stars have the chance to make their mark, including several who’ve already done so at the collegiate and professional levels. Tickets start at $15.

Red flag warning issued for much of the southern Willamette Valley 

Citing forecasted high winds and low relative humidity, the National Weather Service issued a red flag wildfire warning for parts of Lane County and the southern Willamette Valley. The warning runs Monday, Aug. 3, from 1-8 p.m. Forecasters issue a red flag warning when weather conditions pose an increased threat of rapidly spreading wildfire. Forecasters […]

Amid national blood shortage, Junction City to host blood drive

The American Red Cross declared its second-ever national blood supply crisis, July 27, after blood donations fell to a four-year summer low, limiting the distribution of the most commonly transfused blood, type O blood, to hospitals.  Lane County residents can roll up their sleeves and donate blood Friday, Aug. 7, at a drive hosted by the American Red Cross and Junction City High School Leadership. It will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Junction City High School gym, 1135 W 6th Ave., Junction City. Eligible type O, B- or A- donors are encouraged to consider a Power […]

A dad deported. A family fractured.

Misael Garcia-Lopez built a life in Eugene. An ICE arrest sent him back to Mexico. His family had to decide where to call home.