Good morning, Eugene.

Eugene police arrested four individuals for vandalism, disorderly conduct, and blocking traffic during a protest on May 2 near Campbell Community Center in the Market District.

Early Monday morning, police responded to a stabbing at a downtown Eugene convenience store on W 7th Avenue — a man with a stab wound to his lower back was taken to the hospital with serious injuries as the investigation continues.

Gas prices in Eugene dropped by about 10 cents to an average of $3.73 per gallon over the past week—GasBuddy surveyed 78 stations in the area and noted a 12.9-cent drop from last month.

Analysts point to an OPEC+ plan to increase production in June that could boost supply further, even as national prices trend upward.

The intersection of Roosevelt Boulevard and Chambers Street has been closed to turns since May 5 as the City of Eugene directs drivers to follow detours that lead them onto Second Avenue, Garfield Street, and back to Roosevelt Boulevard—construction for a seismic retrofit is expected to begin next week despite previous delays.

Oregon’s Ducks dominated a five-inning game to win the Big Ten title in their first season as conference members, scoring 14 to 0 after a strong start marked by two home runs from Rylee McCoy.

Head coach Melyssa Lombardi praised the team’s performance+ noting that this win is their first conference title since the PAC-12 in 2018.

At Marshfield High School, senior Bodey Lutes broke a track record on May 2 by finishing the 800-meter dash in 1:53.00—beating former record holder Steve Prefontaine’s time of 1:53.8.

The achievement comes two months before the Prefontaine Classic at Hayward Field on July 5.

John Oliver referenced the Eugene Emeralds' Exploding Whale merchandise and KATU’s footage of a whale explosion from November 12 on his latest Last Week Tonight episode—he explained how the creative rebranding boosts the team’s profile and revenue in minor league baseball.

57th Annual Mother’s Day Powwow and Salmon Bake

Powwow: Friday and Saturday — Many Nations Longhouse — Free entry — Celebrate Oregon Heritage with vibrant traditions and delicious salmon.

Foam Wonderland

10 PM - 1 AM — McDonald Theatre — $46 to $86 — Experience the electrifying Foam Wonderland with epic DJs and massive foam machines.

The Archaeology Channel International Film Festival

6-9 p.m. — The Shedd Institute — Ticketed event — Celebrate culture with world-class films on archaeology and human heritage.

Adapted Bike Demo Day

1-3 p.m. — Campbell Community Center — Free; registration required — Explore a variety of adaptive bikes designed for everyone.

Magid Ensemble: Klezmer Music and Yiddish Folktale Performance

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Tsunami Books — $24 — Experience a captivating double feature of live klezmer music and immersive storytelling.

Plastics Recycling Round-up

5-7:30 p.m. — 870 Berntzen Rd, Eugene, OR — Free — Help clean up the community by recycling plastics that waste companies don't take.

Bark in the Park – 32nd Annual Run/Walk

7 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Alton Baker Park — Registration $40 with bandana, $55 with shirt — A pawsitively fun day with running/walking events for dogs and their humans to support animal care.

Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets starting from $132 — Experience the soulful sounds of Jason Isbell and the 400 Unit in an intimate setting.

Field Tour of Fire Histories

9:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. — Hult Dam & Reservoir — Free entry — Explore the interconnections of dendrochronology, fire histories, and Indigenous stewardship through a guided forest tour.

Mental Health Awareness Night with Eugene Emeralds

6:30-8:30 p.m. — PK Park — Ticket purchase required — A night supporting mental health awareness alongside the Eugene Emeralds baseball game.