Sunday, April 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 6th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Springfield police arrested 54-year-old Linson Lavell Johnson after he assaulted a female and kidnapped a male at a home on S. 72nd St. Friday night around 9:48 p.m.—officers negotiated for hours before taking him into custody at about 5:35 a.m. Saturday while noting he had outstanding warrants including a prior felony violation. NBC 16
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HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lane County's mobile crisis response program will expand to 24/7 service by June as CAHOOTS reduces its hours — the program has already managed over 1,300 calls since its launch last August and now covers mental health and substance use crises across the county. Officials said the expanded service will reach areas from Mackenzie Bridge to Junction City to fill the gap in crisis care. KEZI
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Pet Night with the Bunny
4-7 p.m. — Valley River Center — Cost varies — Capture a delightful photo with your furry friends and the Bunny for lasting memories.
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Saxsquatch Live Performance
8-9:30 p.m. — WOW Hall — Tickets available — Experience a captivating live performance from the 7’ tall saxophone-wielding sensation Saxsquatch.
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Oregon Knife Show 2025
8 a.m.-5 p.m. — Lane Events Center — Entry fees may apply — Discover a vast array of collectible and handmade cutlery at the 47th Annual Oregon Knife Show.
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Learning to Love Your Enemies
A talk on Christian science by Giulia Nesi Tetreau. Ms. Tetreau is a Christian science practitioner, teacher and member of the Christian science board of lectureship
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Learning to Love Your Enemies
A talk on Christian science by Giulia Nesi Tetreau. Ms. Tetreau is a Christian science practitioner, teacher and member of the Christian science board of lectureship
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Shadow and Light - A Multimedia Sound and Video Experience
2:30-4:00 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Cost not specified — Experience the captivating multimedia performance featuring the choral masterwork commissioned by the Eugene Concert Choir.
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Eid Ball 2025
6-9 p.m. — Erb Memorial Union — Free entry — Celebrate Eid with food, performances, and a festive atmosphere.
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One Fine Day Luncheon and Auction
10:30 AM - 2:00 PM — Autzen Stadium — Ticket purchase required — Celebrate the 21st year with auctions, lunch, and community spirit under the butterfly theme of hope and healing.
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Moonshine Bandits Live Performance
8:00 – 9:30 PM — WOW Hall — Ticket info not provided — Experience the genre-bending sound of Moonshine Bandits with their latest album 'Pour Decisions'.
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Food for Life Cooking Demo
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Irving Grange #377 — Free entry — Enjoy a nutritious cooking demo focusing on plant-based meals with a local expert.
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High Step Society Dance Party
8-9:30 p.m. — WOW Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a dynamic seven-piece band bringing jazz back to the dance floor with a celebration of community spirit.
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