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Thursday, January 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 2nd of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Eugene residents discuss their 2025 New Year's resolutions in a recent street interview. KVAL
- ➤ Eugene Weekly celebrates the new year by reviving its tradition of sharing community dreams, covering a broad spectrum from social housing to stronger community collaborations and inclusive support systems. Eugene Weekly
- ➤ Oregon's growing Mam community illuminates the complex journey and contributions of Indigenous Guatemalan immigrants integrating into local society. Eugene Weekly
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Cottage Grove man was arrested on New Year's Day for an armed confrontation with his girlfriend at El Tapatio Restaurant, charged with multiple offenses but causing no injuries. KVAL
- ➤ A Eugene man, Basil Clough, was charged with five counts of improper use of an emergency reporting system after allegedly making over two dozen unwarranted 911 calls on various unusual topics. KEZI
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Lane County faces a housing affordability crisis with steady prices despite increased construction, as high demand continues to outstrip supply. Eugene Weekly
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oregon introduces a law to prohibit Styrofoam food containers from 2025, aiming to curb plastic waste and protect wildlife, with businesses required to adopt eco-friendly alternatives. KEZI
SHOP NEWS
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My First: Teeny-Tiny Tumbling for Tots
An interactive event where toddlers and their caregivers engage in movement activities, enhancing basic motor skills through dance, music, and mobility circuits.
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Adult Country Two-Step Dance Class
Learn the smooth and fluid Country Two-Step dance style, suitable for both beginners and experienced dancers at the Bob Keefer Center.
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2025 Winter Predictor Race Event
The 2025 Winter Predictor is a series of running events including 15K, 10K, and 5K races tailored for different age groups at Alton Baker Park.
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Cooking Class: Beef Stroganoff with Chef Stanley
Learn to prepare a hearty and complex Beef Stroganoff, featuring sautéed beef in a sour cream sauce, under the guidance of Chef Stanley.
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The Lion Live Concert
Experience a soul-stirring live performance by The Lion at the Oregon Contemporary Theatre in Eugene, showcasing inspirational music and providing affordable ticket options.
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Forest Fairies Adventure for Kids
Children ages 5-11 can explore Alton Baker Park, discover winged creatures, and engage in fairy-themed crafts and a scavenger hunt.
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Futurebirds Live at WOW Hall
Futurebirds will perform live at WOW Hall in Eugene, providing a musical experience for attendees.
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Eugene Symphony: Tania Conducts Sibelius
The Eugene Symphony presents a concert featuring conductor Tania Miller, highlighting works by Sibelius, Tarrodi, and Beethoven at the Hult Center for the Performing Arts.
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Mustard Plug Live at John Henry's
Mustard Plug, a pioneering ska-punk band formed in 1991, will perform live with support from Voodoo Glow Skulls and Half Past Two at John Henry's in Eugene, Oregon.
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Jet Black Pearl and The Baroque Betty String Quartet Performance
Experience an intriguing musical performance featuring Jet Black Pearl, an innovative live looping artist, alongside The Baroque Betty String Quartet.
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