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Eugene
Thursday, May 21st, 2026
Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 21st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Springfield and American Legion Post 40 invite community members to honor fallen service members at the 77th Annual Memorial Day Ceremony on Monday, May 25 at Veterans Plaza — the event begins at 9 a.m. with tributes, remarks and musical performances. KVAL
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Oregon unemployment stays at 5.2% for the fourth month as nearly 2,000 new health care jobs are added while declines occur in professional and business services & the state job market shifts. KVAL
- ➤ State data show Oregon's unemployment remains at 5.2% for the fourth month while nearly 2,000 healthcare jobs have been added. Professional and business services have seen declines — including in administrative, technical, and waste roles. NBC 16
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ 900 college athletes are meeting in Eugene for the Black Student Athlete Summit, where 350 business & sports representatives guide discussions on career paths and financial literacy. The summit runs through Saturday to help athletes plan life after sports and challenge stereotypes. NBC 16
- ➤ Bethel School District is hosting a farewell event for Shasta Middle School today from 4:30 to 7 p.m. at the school on Barger Drive, featuring an open house with food, lawn games, a photo booth * and more before the school closes at the end of the year. KEZI
- ➤ The Eugene Public Library levy received broad voter support and will fund new kiosks in areas like Churchill — along with hiring an early literacy librarian for daycares and preschools. Election results will be finalized by mid-June. KEZI
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Schools in Lane County collected 55,293 pounds of electronic waste from January to April during the Electronics Recycling Competition — a record-breaking effort with Pleasant Hill Elementary leading the collection, and Waste Wise Lane County with NextStep Recycling awarded a $500 sustainability grant to first place winners. KEZI
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ PeaceHealth finalized a three-year contract with Eugene Emergency Physicians yesterday to keep them staffing RiverBend Hospital and Cottage Grove Community Medical Center. The agreement aims to improve emergency care through a more collaborative and accountable approach. KVAL
- ➤ PeaceHealth finalized a three-year contract yesterday to keep Eugene Emergency Physicians staffing the ERs at RiverBend Hospital and Cottage Grove Community Medical Center - a move that boosts collaboration to improve emergency care performance. NBC 16
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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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Hult High School Musical Theatre Awards
7 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket info not provided — Celebrate the excellence in Oregon's high school musical theater with performances and awards.
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Whiteaker Golden Hour Night Market
4-8 p.m. — Farmers Market Pavilion and Plaza — Free entry — Experience vibrant local culture with food, art, and live music at this lively summer market.
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Picc-A-Dilly Flea Market
10 a.m. – 3 p.m. — Lane Events Center — Admission fee may apply — Explore over 300 tables of unique treasures at Eugene's beloved flea market since 1970.
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