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Wednesday, March 19th, 2025
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Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Lane County deputies arrested two suspects after stopping a silver Mercedes going the wrong way on I-5 near Glenwood Boulevard in Eugene at around 3:30 a.m. Sunday, March 16th—deputies found over 100 grams of methamphetamine with the driver and a lesser amount with the passenger, both of whom had outstanding warrants. KVAL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Eugene 4J School District announced it has selected a finalist for superintendent and will begin confidential contract negotiations soon—keeping details under wraps for now. The board will vote on final contract terms at an upcoming open session—leading to a new superintendent set to start on July 1. NBC 16
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On March 17, the City of Springfield swore in Jami Resch as interim police chief at the Springfield Justice Center—she takes over from Andrew Shearer, who resigned earlier to spend more time with his family. Resch, the department’s first female chief, brings 26 years of law enforcement experience from her previous role as deputy police chief and work with the Portland Police Bureau. KEZI
- ➤ Oregon residents must have a REAL ID or an accepted alternative by May 7 to board commercial flights and visit federal sites. The DMV has increased appointment options (though wait times may continue to be long) and advises those not flying soon to wait until their current ID expires. NBC 16
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Brian Haas Live Performance
Brian Haas will be performing live at Whirled Pies Downtown in Eugene, Oregon.
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Live Music Performance: Mismiths
Mismiths will perform live at Sam Bond's Garage in Eugene, offering an evening of music from 7:30 PM to 11:30 PM.
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Annual Eugene Veggies Walk and Snack Share
This event features a community walk along the Willamette River with various pace options, followed by a vegan snack share, encouraging outdoor exercise and social interaction.
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Rutgers Scarlet Knights vs. Oregon Ducks Baseball
The Oregon Ducks Baseball team hosts the Rutgers Scarlet Knights for a collegiate baseball matchup at PK Park in Eugene, Oregon.
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Metalachi Concert
8 PM - 2 AM | John Henry's | Ticket prices vary | Experience the unique fusion of metal and mariachi music with Metalachi!
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Jim Henson's Labyrinth in Concert
8:00-10:30 p.m. | McDonald Theatre | $30 – $130 | Experience a live band performing alongside the classic movie featuring David Bowie's iconic music.
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Holy Locust Live Performance
7-11 p.m. | John Henry's | $20/$25 | Experience the unique blend of punk energy and folk traditions with Holy Locust and special guests.
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Russell Howard Stand-Up Comedy Show
7:00-8:30 p.m. | McDonald Theatre | Ticket prices vary | Experience the upbeat and cheeky humor of one of Britain's top comedians.
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Bake Club Live Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. | Beergarden | Free entry | Enjoy the tunes of Bake Club, a local powerhouse string band finishing off a month of music.
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Monday Night Bingo
6:30-8 p.m. — The Pour House Tavern — $5-$20 — Get your dabbers ready for a fun night of Bingo with cash prizes benefiting Lane County Diaper Bank.
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