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Eugene
Saturday, March 7th, 2026
Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 7th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Animal lovers can adopt pets at an event hosted by Greenhill Humane Society today at RV Outlet from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (this partnership offers a chance to meet adoptable animals). KVAL
- ➤ Food for Lane County has launched its community hunger survey to gather local input on food insecurity in Eugene. The survey remains open until April 15 (with a chance to win $20 grocery gift cards) and will help shape future food assistance programs in partnership with the University of Oregon. KEZI
- ➤ Armitage dog park will close starting the week of March 9 for safety upgrades funded by the 2022 Lane County Parks Levy — the project will add a new RV entrance and covered pavilions — and is set to reopen by the end of May. KVAL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A University of Oregon student (with close familial ties to Iran) is waiting to hear about her family's condition as conflict continues overseas. She says the situation is deeply personal despite geopolitical headlines. NBC 16
- ➤ Students at the Arts and Technology Academy are building a 20-foot Lego Great Ball Contraption in their Build It class today to learn engineering principles (using gears, lifts, motors, and conveyor belts) as teacher Aaron Kurlychek said the project fosters teamwork. NBC 16
- ➤ Eugene middle schoolers at the Arts and Technology Academy are building a 20-foot-long Lego Great Ball Contraption as part of their (Build It) engineering class today. Teacher Aaron Kurlychek said the project teaches teamwork and engineering by having students adapt instructions and connect different modules. KVAL
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers will begin a five-day water release at Cougar Dam to support fish habitats & promote side channel flows on South Fork McKenzie River. Users are advised to exercise caution as higher water levels may lead to minor flooding in low-lying areas. KEZI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Bureau of Land Management is inviting public feedback on its plan to raise timber production on 2.5 million acres across 18 counties including Lane county. Comments can be submitted via email, website, or mail until March 23 to shape the plan. NBC 16
- ➤ Oregon now offers a free Direct File Oregon program that helps taxpayers file state returns faster + provides public access at regional offices, including Eugene’s 1600 Valley River Drive location. While e-filed refunds were issued in mid-February, paper-file returns will be processed in late March. KVAL
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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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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.
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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.
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The Garcia Project Night 1
8-11 p.m. — WOW Hall — Tickets required — Experience a powerful and authentic performance of classic Jerry Garcia Band setlists.
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Faerie Market: Moss and Beetle Bazaar
11 AM – 6 PM — Lane Events Center — $5.00 — Explore the mystical arts and wares of the Fae with live music, workshops, and a cosplay contest.
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PMP Certification Classroom Training
9 AM - 5 PM — Eugene, Oregon Amtrak Station — $1599 — Gain essential project management skills with a comprehensive 32-hour PMP training course.
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