Lookout Eugene-Springfield
I’ve met memorable characters in Oregon’s wilderness
When backpacking, I try to avoid crowds. The few people I do meet, however, often turn out to be memorable. This was particularly true on the 1,300-mile hike I took across Oregon in 1985. My goal…
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The J.H. Baxter plant is my neighbor. After two family deaths, I worry about my own health. | Letter to the editor
I live on Baxter Street, directly across from the former J.H. Baxter & Co. plant on Roosevelt Boulevard. The property is one of two that did not get cleaned up before state funding ran out. Last week, I hung a sign on the bicycle path telling people to NOT eat the beautiful cherries hanging over […]
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7mRising youth gun violence a concern for Lane County DA, judge and police
After the Feb. 17 shooting of 14-year-old Major Clemens in Eugene, law enforcement officials and a juvenile court judge say they are collaborating to reduce youth gun violence.
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6mSpringfield schools plan to cut Spanish dual immersion programs
The district announced its plan to cut the program on Tuesday, less than a week before the board’s expected vote to adopt the budget. Students and parents were disappointed and frustrated to hear the news, saying the district is “going backwards.”
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5mEugene police to start tracking e-bike complaints
As e-bikes and electric scooters have become more common in Eugene, so have complaints about unsafe use, as have concerns around electric motorcycles and mopeds, referred to as e-motos, which are not allowed in bike lanes and on shared paths. Police plan to do more enforcement.
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5mDucks’ missed chances define Super Regional Game 1 loss to Texas
Oregon had leadoff runners, wild pitches and scoring chances against Dylan Volantis, but Texas handled the pressure moments in an 11-3 Super Regional win.