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Eugene
Thursday, May 14th, 2026
Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ OCCU is hosting its Shred Fest on Saturday, May 30 at its offices on Chad Drive in Eugene, where residents can have up to three boxes of sensitive documents shredded for free from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Participants should bring a non-perishable food donation (for FOOD for Lane County). KEZI
- ➤ Junction City firefighters rescued a Boston terrier named Millie from tree stump roots on May 13 by dispatching two rescue engineers; the dog is now safe. NBC 16
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Eugene Family YMCA is offering a free Financial Beginnings class on May 19 from 4 to 5 p.m. for adults, high, and middle schoolers — in partnership with Oregon Community Credit Union to teach financial literacy basics including credit management and budgeting. Registration is required. KEZI
- ➤ UO researchers have shown that pervasive state media control can influence AI answers when prompts are given in different languages — their study in Nature found that AI models produced more favorable responses for governments with strict media oversight, pointing to a need for increased transparency from AI companies. NBC 16
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oakridge Strong has become a 501c3 nonprofit affiliated with Community Festivals Association to help oppose the TV Butte quarry by seeking national grants and urging a reassessment of groundwater risks after a UO study linked local water to the site+ Lane County officials continue to dispute the project. KVAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Springfield City Council holds a public hearing at 7 p.m. May 18 to review a request to annex International Way land for a new mental health campus by Lane County and PeaceHealth—legal challenges from neighbors are also looming. Eugene Weekly
- ➤ Lane County boaters can get free boat safety inspections by the Sheriff’s Marine Patrol and Bi-Mart; inspections will be held in Eugene on Saturday, May 16, Florence on Saturday, May 23, and Springfield on Sunday, May 31, all from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. NBC 16
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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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