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Wednesday, April 9th, 2025
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Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 9th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Gillis Williams, an Eugene resident and former Washington State University student, launched his Autism Chose Me business through TikTok to raise autism awareness and sell merchandise—he will tour Eastern Oregon next week to speak at schools about embracing neurodiversity. NBC 16
- ➤ The City of Eugene will host a series of bike events from May through September to promote active transportation and sustainability. The lineup includes Bike Month Kickoff at Oakshire Brewing on May 1, free breakfasts with bike safety checks at Breakfast at the Bike Bridges, an eRide Expo on June 14, and the EUGENE BRiGHT Parade on September 27 — giving residents many ways to ride, learn, and enjoy outdoor fun. City of Eugene
- ➤ Greenhill Humane Society will host a Cattery Open House on Sunday, April 13 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. to attract volunteers and foster families as it sees an increase in mama cats, pregnant cats and kittens—attendees will tour the cat care area and learn about volunteer and foster opportunities. KEZI
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ During the April 1 meeting, the Eugene Water and Electric Board approved its 2025 Wildfire Mitigation Plan to add satellite and artificial intelligence tools for better vegetation management—and to boost electric system resiliency with new equipment and fire risk modeling. The plan will support grant projects to rebuild parts of the grid and advise customers in high-risk areas to prepare for possible power shutoffs during extreme fire weather. KVAL
- ➤ City crews and developers are installing new green stormwater facilities—rain gardens, stormwater planters, and bioswales—to slow runoff and filter pollutants before water reaches local waterways. The system now covers more than 13½ acres and undergoes yearly sediment removal to prevent harmful chemicals from entering the Willamette River and Amazon Creek. City of Eugene
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Attorney General Dan Rayfield and State House Speaker Julie Fahey will host a joint town hall today in Eugene from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.—Oregonians can share concerns about federal budget cuts and job layoffs affecting local families. A panel of speakers from food assistance and public health sectors will add insight as additional town halls are planned for April 9 in Portland and May 3 in Bend. NBC 16
- ➤ Postal workers in Eugene protested on Tuesday outside the downtown post office—arguing that potential USPS privatization would lead to lower service, higher costs, and job cuts that could affect rural residents. NBC 16
- ➤ Attorney General Dan Rayfield announced a multistate settlement with Mylan Inc. (now part of Viatris) to settle claims over deceptive opioid marketing, with Mylan agreeing to pay up to $335 million over nine years. Oregon will get over $4 million for treatment, recovery and prevention services (set by the state board). NBC 16
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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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Eugene Symphony: Brahms Requiem
7:30-9 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the powerful melodies of Brahms' Requiem performed by the Eugene Symphony under Francesco Lecce-Chong.
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