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Springfield mayor, chamber of commerce discuss possible payroll tax
The tax, one recommendation for solving the city's projected budget deficit, is still "in the idea stage," Mayor Sean VanGordon told members of the city’s Chamber of Commerce. "I'm listening to what…
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5mDucks pull out win over Nebraska 17-14, with late-game heroics from Dylan Raiola
Against his former team, Raiola came in at the start of the fourth quarter and provided a spark for Oregon.
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5mFINAL: Oregon Ducks come from behind to beat Nebraska
Live updates from the press box as the Ducks try and get back on the right track.
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11m‘No Kings’ rallies draw a crowd in Eugene, protesting Trump, urging people to vote early
Hundreds gathered in Eugene on Saturday, Oct. 17, in Alton Baker Park and the Eugene City Hall plaza for two "No Kings" events protesting President Donald Trump.
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2mAs an active union leader, I see plenty to like in Callee Ackland | Letter to the editor
As a union leader and advocate for working people, I pay close attention to who is willing to show up and listen to our community. That’s one of the reasons I’m supporting Callee Ackland for Springfield City Council Ward 4. My experience in the labor movement has taught me that good leadership comes down to a few simple things: listening to people, treating them with respect, and rolling up your sleeves to get the work done. That’s what I see in Ackland. She has been doing the work in Springfield already. She serves on the Planning Commission, works with the Springfield […]
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1mDunes City voters should reject a short-sighted crackdown on vacation rentals | Letter to the editor
As a Eugene resident, but a 30-year homeowner on Woahink Lake, I hope voters in Dunes City will reject the ballot measure proposing the adoption of restrictive short-term rental policies that will effectively eliminate local vacation rentals. Existing city law already requires short-term rentals to obtain permits, pay fees, share rental income and comply with […]