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Eugene
Tuesday, April 14th, 2026
Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 14th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Greenhill Humane Society is hosting Bark in the Park at Alton Baker Park on Sunday, May 17 with timed runs and a new Fast and Furless 5K — for runners without dogs. Participants can pre-register until Saturday, May 16 and join activities from 7 a.m. to noon. KEZI
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ GasBuddy data shows Oregon gas prices increased 2.1 cents to $4.94 a gallon over the last week + Eugene averaged $4.89 while some stations charged up to $6.59, suggesting drivers may face further cost rises amid higher oil prices. NBC 16
- ➤ Gas prices in Oregon rose modestly over the last week to an average of $4.94 per gallon, with stations statewide ranging from $4.39 to $6.59 and Eugene reporting $4.89 per gallon; analysts warn that oil shipping disruptions could push prices even higher. KVAL
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Eugene earned Tree City USA status for the 47th year when City Hall hosted an Arbor Day tree planting on April 10. The mayor planted a ceremonial tree and staff added 17 more along East Broadway and Hilyard Street to enhance walkability + expand the urban forest canopy. KEZI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Local officials awarded a $500,000 pilot contract to Ideal Option for a peer navigation program focusing on welfare checks, non-emergency transport, and outreach in Eugene corridors such as Highway 99 and Whiteaker — the plan is not a CAHOOTS 2.0 revival and is set to begin outreach within 60 days. NBC 16
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Lane County urges drivers to avoid impaired and distracted driving after 220 people were killed or seriously injured on rural roads between 2018 and 2022 (alcohol is the top factor) during National Alcohol Awareness Month and Distracted Driving Awareness Month. Authorities advise planning ahead with a designated driver at events. KEZI
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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.
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ToonFusion: Oregon 2026
10 AM – 1 PM — Lane Events Center — Tickets available — Dive into a world of animation, collectibles, and family fun with exclusive meet-ups and workshops.
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