Good morning, Eugene.

Melissa Hart leads a free World Down Syndrome Day event on Mar.

21 in Eugene that features slideshows from local organizations (YMCA, Radiant Arts, Oregon Supported Living Program, Allies, Inc, and the Hilyard Center) and offers refreshments while sharing community stories about Down syndrome.

Hwy 99 is closed in Junction City at milepost 109 after a crash brought down power lines; officials report an extended shutdown and advise drivers to use alternate routes + slow for emergency responders.

AAA said Oregon gas prices jumped 22 cents to $3.91 per gallon as BP shut the Olympic Pipeline for repairs and refineries switched to summer-blend fuel — a change that saw only a 3-cent rise nationwide — pushing prices higher.

A Northwestern Medicine study examined TikTok skincare routines and found that children are using multiple products with potentially harmful ingredients+ such as retinol, which can irritate young skin.

Experts with Eugene Pediatric Associates advise parents to rely on professional advice for proper skincare.

PeaceHealth RiverBend medical staff cast 93% no confidence votes Tuesday in leadership after the hospital announced it would switch from Eugene Emergency Physicians to ApolloMD, affecting 41 employees and prompting further review by executive leadership.

Travelers from Eugene and Springfield reported they faced resort lockdowns in Mexico over the weekend after unrest following a cartel leader's death.

Conditions have since improved, and travel agents say guests can now safely leave resorts to explore local areas.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Faroe Rum Performance

7 p.m. — Beergarden — Free entry — Experience the energetic blend of traditional Celtic music with a Pacific Northwest twist.

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.

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.

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.

Yoga Under the Stars

5:30-6:30 p.m. — Eugene Science Center — $30 General Admission, $25 Members — Relax and rejuvenate with yoga sessions beneath the stars in the planetarium.

Community Conference on Brain Health

10 a.m. – 2 p.m. — The Community at Marquis Eugene — Free entry — Explore brain health and aging at this informative Alzheimer’s Association conference with expert-led workshops.