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Eugene
Wednesday, February 11th, 2026
Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 11th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ St. Vincent de Paul Society is adapting its Egan Warming Centers to meet winter challenges amid a 50 percent funding cut. The program served over 1,100 people at two sites on Highway 99 and in Springfield, plus added modular shelters and a mobile food kitchen that will operate through March. KEZI
- ➤ Queen Lily, a 14-year-old cat, and her playful 7-year-old sidekick Princess Peanut are up for adoption during Greenhill Humane Society’s Love Finds a Home promotion running through Feb. 14 at 88530 Green Hill Rd (call 541-689-1503 for more details). KEZI
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A residential high-rise on Patterson Street caught fire Tuesday morning, Feb. 10, prompting Eugene Springfield Fire to control the blaze and search the affected apartment — no victims were found but water damage displaced several residents. KEZI
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Two students at Churchill High School were hospitalized after a campus emergency on Monday, and police are investigating the cause while school officials confirmed that each student is receiving care. KEZI
- ➤ Springfield Public Schools let Board Chair Jonathan Light start talks for Superintendent Todd Hamilton’s resignation — Hamilton stays in his role as discussions continue after his seven-year leadership through the pandemic. The board voted on this during a Monday meeting. KVAL
- ➤ Springfield Public Schools elected Jonathan Light as board chair in a 3-1 vote Monday night after former chair Heather Kwasunsa resigned amid safety concerns + Light plans to begin a search for a new board member while board member Nicole De Graff cited concerns over past misconduct. KVAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Eugene City Council presented a 410 report from an independent advisory group on Monday that aims to avert a $11.5-million deficit by boosting economic development, creating 14,000 jobs, and raising $25 million in tax revenue over 10 years while advising improved efficiency and new revenue options for manager Jenny Haruyama. NBC 16
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Greenhill Humane Society and Lane County Animal Services rescued 21 cats from a Marcola property after their owner died. The cats were taken on Friday, Feb. 6 and are getting urgent treatment for malnutrition, infections, and parasites. KVAL
- ➤ New research shows that children given smartphones before age 13 face higher risks for poor sleep and obesity, and Eugene Pediatric Associates advises parents to set limits and model healthy screen habits. This guidance helps protect children’s brain development as digital use increases. NBC 16
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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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Washington Huskies at Oregon Ducks Men's Basketball
8-11 p.m. — Matthew Knight Arena — Tickets required — Watch as Oregon takes on Washington in an exciting Big Ten basketball showdown.
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Album Release Tour by Paper Wings
7:30-9:15 p.m. — Tsunami Books — Tickets $21.50 — Experience the charm of Nashville folk duo Paper Wings as they celebrate their album release with a captivating performance.
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Faroe Rum Performance
7 p.m. — Beergarden — Free entry — Experience the energetic blend of traditional Celtic music with a Pacific Northwest twist.
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Lane County Home & Garden Show
12-9 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sunday — Lane Events Center — Free with food donation or $5 at the door — Discover hundreds of exhibits to inspire your home and garden projects.
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