Ruth M. Ferguson

Londa L. Johnston

Londa L. Johnston, 79, of Grand Rapids, died Saturday, Sept. 26, 2026. She lived in Eugene, Oregon, for nearly 20 years. Libbey Funeral Home & Cremation Services is handling the arrangements.

Julie Lynn Praegitzer

Julie Lynn Praegitzer, 73, died Thursday, Sept. 24, 2026, after a long battle with Parkinson’s. She is a graduate of the University of Oregon. Iowa Cremation is handling the arrangements.

BLM appeals a judge's order to halt logging project over old-growth protections

Public land managers and an industry group representing timber companies are asking a federal appeals court to overturn a ruling that vacated the Blue and Gold logging project southwest of Eugene.

After decades at the bench, an old-school jeweler steps back

Charles Beaudet knows exactly how an opal forms, why a digital ring design is going to snag your sweater, and why you shouldn't mix a fishing trip and an engagement ring. After a career spanning seven decades, the second-generation jeweler is officially retiring.

Families, staff worry proposed changes at Head Start will put a safety net at risk

Federally funded childcare for underserved children is facing rule changes, which the government says will result in more local decision-making, expanded access and less administrative burden. Local families and leaders say it will mean a downgrade in childcare quality for children who need more care and support than most.