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Eugene
Wednesday, February 4th, 2026
Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of February.
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A study from University of Oregon shows Oregon Cascade forests burned more often than long believed even in wet areas. The researchers' findings aim to improve forest management plans & change local wildfire assumptions. KVAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Protests have continued near the Eugene Federal Building as local groups gathered on Jan. 30 and officials reiterated calls for peaceful demonstrations on Feb. 1. Federal agencies and city police used tear gas and flash bangs during these events while investigations into property damage remain ongoing. KVAL
- ➤ Protests continue outside the Federal Building in downtown Eugene following detentions and the use of pepper balls last Tuesday and tear gas on Friday (officials are monitoring the situation). KVAL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, Restored Connections Peer Center opened a new annex to offer larger meeting spaces for NA & AA to support recovery, though recent budget cuts have reduced funding by about 74%, leaving the center to rely on local backing for its expanded services. KEZI
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Caramel and Marshmallow, two bonded rabbits featured as Pets of the Week, are up for adoption at Greenhill Humane Society’s Love Finds a Home event through Feb. 14. Visit the shelter at 88530 Green Hill Road (open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.) to bring home these gentle bunnies. KEZI
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Jewelry SWAP at MECCA!
Noon-6 p.m. — MECCA — Minimum $5 donation — Bring unwanted jewelry to swap and discover new treasures while mingling with fellow enthusiasts.
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Nutrition Seminar with Dr. Teri Sue Wright & Roxanne Stone
6:30-8:00 p.m. — The Healthy Pet — Free entry — Engage in insightful discussions on holistic pet nutrition with a veterinarian and food scientist.
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Puppet Making Workshop
4-5 p.m. — Eugene Public Library — Free entry — Create your own puppet with guidance from Pegasus Puppet Theatre and enjoy puppet exploration.
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Sweetheart's Ball 2026
7:30-11:30 p.m. — WOW Hall — Tickets starting at $16.64 — Dance to indie rock tunes and celebrate love at this vibrant event.
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CATALYST - An Act Revived
6 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticketed event — Experience a vibrant aerial circus performance that ignites inspiration and hope for the future.
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Opiuo Live Performance
8-10 p.m. — WOW Hall — Tickets available — Experience genre-bending electronic music with Opiuo and opener rSUN.
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Lunar New Year Celebration
11 AM – 2 PM — Oregon Multigenerational Community Center — Free entry — Celebrate the year of the horse with performances, activities, and community connection.
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TrackTown Triathlon
Beginner-friendly triathlon — 8 a.m. — UO Rec Center — Registration Fee Required — Enjoy a vibrant and community-focused race experience with the University of Oregon Triathlon Team.
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