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Friday, May 15th, 2026
Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Valley River Center and the Junior League of Eugene will host Operation Big Wheels (a Touch A Truck event) from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday, May 16 in their northwest parking lot near the DMV where kids can explore trucks up close. NBC 16
- ➤ Valley River Center partners with the Junior League of Eugene to host Operation Big Wheels: A Touch A Truck event tomorrow, May 16, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. in the northwest parking lot (behind the mall near the DMV) where children explore big trucks in a free fundraiser. KVAL
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At Tsunami Books, local musician Paul Safar led a Beatles sing-along on May 7 that brought the community together. The event is part of a series timed with the Eugene Concert Choir’s Paul McCartney’s Liverpool Oratorio concert later this month (the annual sing-along typically happens the first Thursday in January). KLCC
- ➤ Paul McCartney’s 'Liverpool Oratorio' will be performed on Sunday, May 17 at 2:30 p.m. at the Hult Center by the Eugene Concert Choir and Orchestra featuring four guest soloists and the All-American Boys Chorus of Santa Ana, offering a rare opportunity to hear this unique classical work in Eugene. KLCC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ University of Oregon President Karl Scholz announced that the school will need to cut about $65M from its budget to avoid a future deficit and has imposed an immediate hiring and pay freeze while planning improvements in research and student experience. Updates will be provided mid-summer and mid-fall. NBC 16
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lane County earned the title of Oregon’s healthiest employer in its size category for the sixth year, according to the Portland Business Journal. KEZI
- ➤ Starting June 1, Oregon SNAP applicants and renewers will be required to complete interviews before receiving food assistance — a process that returns to standard federal rules after temporary pandemic flexibilities ended May 31. Affected households should update contact details as they await scheduling. NBC 16
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Thrive 360 will host a free two-day Community Wellness Expo on May 16-17 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Eugene, where local experts, vendors, and keynote speakers will share health resources (supporting the Lane Senior Support Coalition). NBC 16
- ➤ PeaceHealth announced on Thursday that Jim McGovern is no longer the chief executive for its Oregon region while Heather Wall continues as interim leader to maintain stable operations + begin recruiting a permanent CEO. KVAL
- ➤ A preliminary settlement ended PeaceHealth’s plan to replace Eugene Emergency Physicians with ApolloMD after legal and community challenges, and on May 14 the system relieved Dr. Jim McGovern from his role as chief executive for the region. The court will continue hearing the case in Oregon. KLCC
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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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