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Eugene
Thursday, February 12th, 2026
Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Autzen Canoe Canal Footbridge linking Autzen Stadium and Prefontaine's Trail will close Feb. 16 until late March for resurfacing as part of University of Oregon athletic facility upgrades + detours and alternate parking at Alton Baker Park or the Science Center are provided. KLCC
- ➤ Greenhill Humane Society rescued 21 cats from a Marcola property on Friday after their owner died; the team and Lane County Animal Services treated the cats (which suffered from malnutrition, respiratory infections, fleas and parasites) so they can later be adopted. KLCC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ City officials report that Santa Clara Park in Eugene was vandalized with stolen bike racks, fires on benches, damaged playground equipment, and missing signage, and they are assessing the damage while increasing patrols to prevent further incidents. KEZI
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Midtown Center for the Arts (on 16th) is showcasing Street Scenes: Two Perspectives, a photography exhibit featuring Richard Hassett’s Eugene views and Doremus Scudder’s European scenes. The exhibit invites visitors to explore everyday moments captured through distinct artistic lenses. KLCC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Oregon student leaders and faculty called on the university and lawmakers to expand open textbook programs and reveal material costs at a press conference Tuesday in Eugene + they warned that rising prices contribute to basic needs challenges for students. KVAL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ PeaceHealth will end its 35-year contract with Eugene Emergency Physicians and hire ApolloMD to staff emergency departments in Springfield, Florence, and Cottage Grove after June 30 — all 41 providers signed a 90-day agreement to refuse work for ApolloMD amid rising RiverBend wait times. KLCC
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Recent housing construction on Alder Street is reducing parking and straining traffic, causing local businesses to face challenges. The City explained that permits were approved long ago but start dates overlapped — some projects offer only a few parking spaces. KVAL
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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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K-Pop Dance Showcase: KODEX Boulevard
4-8 p.m. — Whirled Pies — All ages welcome — Experience a dazzling K-Pop dance showcase themed around Hollywood with performances by local talents.
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