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Eugene
Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of February.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ AAA says gas prices in Oregon are expected to rise today after refineries begin producing summer blend fuel. The national price is $2.92 while Oregon’s cost increased 11 cents. NBC 16
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Springfield Public Schools projects a $10.4 million budget deficit for the 2026-27 school year due to low enrollment, rising salaries and benefits, inflation and higher property taxes. The Budget Committee will reconvene on March 12 to finalize projections and consider staffing adjustments. KVAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oregon State Parks is hiring seasonal park rangers and assistants statewide for the 2026 season (applications open now). NBC 16
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Bushnell University is launching men's and women's wrestling teams in fall 2027 to meet growing local interest. The new teams will compete in the Cascade Conference and host meets at the Morse Center (with a new practice facility in planning). KEZI
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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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Oregon Ducks Softball vs. Penn State Softball
12-3 p.m. — Jane Sanders Stadium — $25-$35 — Book guaranteed parking and enjoy a thrilling softball matchup in Eugene.
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