Good morning, Eugene.

Today marks the one-year anniversary of Sharon Schuman's death after she was struck while running on the Amazon path.

Her family has organized a memorial gathering at 9 a.m. with a gentle run/walk at 9:30 to benefit Chamber Music Amici, SquareOne Community Villages and the Fanconi Cancer Foundation.

A ceremony was held Wednesday, April 22, in Springfield at the intersection of Highway 126 and 52nd Street to honor fallen officer Chris Kilcullen, remembered for his compassion + dedication, on the 15th anniversary of his death.

Highway 126 has been renamed in his honor.

Rose Children’s Theatre presents Something Rotten!

JR., a musical comedy that fuses Shakespeare with Broadway style. The show will run on April 24 at 7:00 p.m. + additional nights at the theatre, so audiences should arrive early to secure seating.

Twelve public service agencies hosted the second annual Equity and Community Consortium Job Fair at Farmer's Market Pavilion in downtown Eugene, where veterans had early access and free resume help was offered.

Representatives say the event helped job seekers connect directly with recruiters across Eugene & Springfield.

Springfield Public Schools launched its search for an interim superintendent for the 2026-27 school year and is asking community members to complete an anonymous survey (taking 5 to 10 minutes) available on its website.

The board is working with a search firm to gather feedback on the qualities needed in the new leader.

According to the annual report, Eugene’s Climate Action Plan 2.0 was 67% complete after six years — emissions declined 11% since 2010 despite 20,000 additional residents, and the report highlighted improvements in transportation, energy efficiency at affordable housing, and tree planting in underserved neighborhoods.

The Eugene Water & Electric Board is accepting applications for the 2026 Electric Mobility Grant to fund electric transportation projects by nonprofits & academic institutions & public organizations within its service territory.

Applications are available on EWEB's website and must be submitted by Friday, July 31.

The 88-year-old Steelhead Brewery building in west Eugene will be sold to an electrical contractor who plans to remove old brewing equipment and convert the 23,000 sqft facility into its new headquarters.

The sale is pending at an asking price of $1.6 million.

After a Jan. 25 traffic accident claimed the life of UO Ph.D. student Erick Munene Njue, friends will run on Sunday, April 26 at Hayward Field in Eugene Half Marathon to call for safer roads.

Cleven Mmari and his son Nehemia will honor Njue to boost cyclist and pedestrian safety.

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.

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.

Thrive 360 Health & Wellness Innovation Expo

10 a.m. – 4 p.m. — Lane Events Center — Free admission — Explore holistic well-being through the 8 Dimensions of Wellness at this inclusive community expo.

Jaguar Sun Concert

7-10 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Choose What You Pay — Experience the unique sounds of Dream Pop and Folk from Canadian artist Chris Minielly.

Emerald City Trail Series

6:30 p.m. — Mt Pisgah Trailhead — Registration fees apply — Celebrate the 5th year of trail running in the beautiful Eugene outdoors with the Big Timber Running Club.

Rosewater Tribute to the Grateful Dead

8-11 p.m. — Whirled Pies — $21+ — Experience a high-energy tribute to the Grateful Dead with fearless improvisation and top-tier musicianship.

Bieber and A Beat: A Justin Bieber Dance Night

9 PM - 1 AM — WOW Hall — All ages — Celebrate the music of Justin Bieber and more at an electrifying dance party.