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Eugene
Friday, April 24th, 2026
Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Eugene Civic Alliance and Kidsports announced that they completed a $48M capital campaign to convert the old Civic Stadium into Civic Park — a sports complex with a fieldhouse, turf fields and grandstands serving thousands of young athletes. KVAL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Chamber Music Amici will perform a memorial concert called ‘Memoir’ on Monday, Apr. 27 at Wildish Theater in Springfield to honor co-founder Sharon Schuman—featuring a pre-concert talk at 6:45 p.m. and post-show dessert mingling. KLCC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Oregon faculty and staff moved into Building Two at the Knight Campus for Accelerating Scientific Impact — a 185,000 sqft facility that offers labs, maker spaces and computational research areas supporting bioengineering studies, innovation and biotech startups. KLCC
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Caleb Johnson from Johnson Brothers Garden Market demonstrated at Coburg Gardens how to refresh compacted garden beds using a biodynamic soil recharger from Seacoast Compost (an Oregon product that delivers micronutrients without burning plants). Gardeners can plant immediately after mixing or spreading the product. KEZI
- ➤ LRAPA said wildfire smoke was the main factor in Lane County’s F air quality rating (Oakridge data skewed measurements from the American Lung Association). The agency noted that the county had reduced pollution from wood stoves and vehicles over 20 years. NBC 16
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Veneta city officials are reviewing a proposal for a 24/7 gas station with a convenience store and restaurant planned at the busy intersection of Territorial Hwy and Jeans Rd; residents worry about traffic and pedestrian safety, and the proposal will soon enter the permit phase. NBC 16
- ➤ Lane County families report that direct support professionals can no longer provide rides for children with developmental disabilities; one father said his daughter now faces fewer transport options as state rules allow such support only in specific scenarios (public transit and other care remain alternatives). KEZI
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ PeaceHealth has installed AED save-stations (automatic external defibrillators) at four sports sites in the Eugene-Springfield area. The stations at Willamalane Les Schwab Sports Complex, Hamlin Middle School, Lane Community College and Babe Ruth Sport Complex now offer public access to life-saving technology. KVAL
- ➤ The Eugene Family YMCA is accepting registration for free CPR and automated external defibrillator training classes on May 3 and May 17, each lasting 90 minutes (space is limited). The hands-on sessions help everyday individuals learn lifesaving skills without needing a membership. KEZI
- ➤ PeaceHealth has installed AED save-stations at four Eugene-Springfield sports sites to help in heart emergencies. The outdoor cabinets located at the Willamalane Les Schwab Sports Complex, Hamlin Middle School, Lane Community College and Babe Ruth Sport Complex include instructions for bystanders. NBC 16
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Jazz Punk at the WOW Hall
7:30-10:30 p.m. — WOW Hall — Tickets starting at $14.58 — Experience a lively fusion of jazz and punk with four unique performances.
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