Good morning, Eugene.

St. Vincent de Paul's marketing coordinator Chance Fortune explained how donated goods are given new life through sustainable practices.

The initiative supports community needs while reducing waste.

Members of the McKenzie River Artists Guild will mark 32 years with an art show and sale on May 1 and 2, 2026 at the Leaburg Fire Training and Education Center in Leaburg (16 artists will display works using various mediums from ceramics to mixed media).

Oregonians paid an average of $5 per gallon on Tuesday (the first time since Oct.

2022) as crude oil surged 67% amid disruptions from the conflict and Middle East energy issues, driving the national average above $4 for regular gas.

Lane County schools can win up to $500 in grants by recycling electronics by April 24 as part of the Electronics Recycling Competition running through Earth Week; NextStep Recycling will pick up most items to credit each school’s drop-offs—boosting their chance to win.

Federal officials proposed creating a new U.S. Wildland Fire Service to unite wildfire response efforts across multiple agencies and manage more than 693 million acres and 15,000 personnel.

Oregon lawmakers have expressed concerns that further staff cuts & reduced transparency could hinder wildfire preparedness during an active fire season.

Eugene has selected Ideal Option to manage the new Peer Navigation Pilot Program, which will fill gaps like welfare checks and non-emergency transport.

The yearlong pilot targets high-volume corridors (Hwy 99, River Road, Whiteaker, and west Eugene) and will gather data to guide future investments.

Recent warm, dry weather raised tree pollen counts in Eugene to very high levels over Easter weekend, with oak, cottonwood, alder and Douglas fir dispersing pollen, said Dr. Kraig Jacobson (Oregon Allergy Associates), noting that local childhood exposure may increase sensitivities while grass pollen will rise in May.

Finch, a shy yet curious 1.5-year-old bunny, was featured as Pet of the Week on KEZI 9 News and is available for adoption at Greenhill Humane Society at 88530 Green Hill Rd, Eugene.

Staff say she does best with an experienced bunny owner, ample indoor space and no young children.

2000's Themed Party

9 PM – 12 AM — WOW Hall — Tickets starting at $54 — Experience the vibrant nostalgia of the 2000s with a night of music and entertainment.

Fungi Film Documentary Screening

1:30-7:30 p.m. — Art House — Ticket info not specified — Experience the award-winning documentary by renowned fungi photographers.

Green Start Play Day: Flower Power

10:00 AM – 11:30 AM — Nearby Nature — Members FREE, non-members $10/family — Celebrate the blooming flowers of spring with toddler-friendly outdoor activities and stories.

Nature Exploration Class for Young Children

12:30-1:30 p.m. — Dorris Ranch — Cost TBA — Engage in playful art activities like finger painting and clay molding in a nature-friendly setting.

Kitchen Dwellers Live Concert

7:00 – 9:30 PM — WOW Hall — Tickets required — Experience Kitchen Dwellers as they explore themes of Dante's Inferno in a folk-infused bluegrass performance.

Itty Bitty Boutique Kids' Consignment Sale

9 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Lane Events Center — Cost varies — Shop for budget-friendly children's items from newborn to teen at this pop-up consignment sale.

Curtis Salgado Live at WOW Hall

8:00-9:30 p.m. — WOW Hall — Tickets available — Experience the soulful sounds of award-winning blues artist Curtis Salgado in an electrifying live performance.

Ohio State Buckeyes at Oregon Ducks Softball

4-7 p.m. — Jane Sanders Stadium — Tickets available — Catch an exciting softball matchup featuring the Ohio State Buckeyes taking on the Oregon Ducks.

Eugene Retro Game Fest

11 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Lane Events Center — $26.50 for adults — Celebrate video gaming culture with fun console game stations, vendors, and family-friendly activities!

Awaken the Healer Within Art Circle

11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. — Trauma Healing Project — $5 – $15 — Engage in creative expression to connect with your inner self and promote healing.