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Eugene
Saturday, May 9th, 2026
Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Hendricks Park will offer a 360-degree virtual tour & convert Fairmount Blvd into a one-way street from May 10, 7 a.m. to May 11 to manage high visitor numbers on Mother's Day weekend while staff encourage visits to other local parks. NBC 16
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lane Community College will close its South Eugene dental clinic on June 30 because of budget cuts addressing a $4 million deficit; the clinic offered care since 2013 and will help patients find other dental providers (spokesperson Jenna McCulley said the change follows a new on-campus dental program). KEZI
- ➤ Canvas is back up as local colleges including UO, OSU and Lane Community College recovered from a hack by the group Shiny-Hunters last Thursday, which disrupted finals by limiting access to coursework and prompted advisories for students to log out (as security teams continue to investigate). NBC 16
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, May 9, Rep. Janelle Bynum wrote to Secretary of State Marco Rubio and CDC acting director (Dr. Jay Bhatacharya) urging help for 17 Americans stranded on the MV Hondius amid a hantavirus outbreak that claimed three lives; the ship awaits clearance in the Canary Islands. KVAL
- ➤ Oregon Rep. Bynum sent a letter to federal officials asking for urgent help for 17 Americans on the MV Hondius after a hantavirus outbreak led to three deaths; 145 passengers and crew are still onboard as the ship awaits clearance to dock in the Canary Islands (one is her constituent). NBC 16
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ PeaceHealth RiverBend nurses are hosting Pups and Pancakes at the hospital to honor National Nursing Week by inviting furry friends + patients to join the celebration. Organizers say the event will highlight the nursing staff’s hard work during this week of recognition. KVAL
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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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PMP Certification Classroom Training
May 26-29 — Eugene, Oregon Amtrak Station — $1599 — Enhance your project management skills with top-notch instructors and a comprehensive curriculum.
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Oregon State Eugene Spring RV Show
10 AM-8 PM — Lane Events Center — $7 Adults, $6 Seniors — Explore hundreds of RVs and enjoy massive savings at the ultimate RV show.
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We Are Bethel Celebration
11 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Petersen Barn Community Center — Free entry — Enjoy food trucks, music, and entertainment at this vibrant community gathering.
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Shasta Band Farewell Concert
7-10 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket info not provided — Celebrate the vibrant legacy of Shasta Middle School with a night of unforgettable music performances.
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