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Saturday, May 30th, 2026
Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Community members are installing signs with messages like 'Be patient, be safe' along Patterson Street to honor the memory of doctoral student Erick Njue, while university students from Live Move unveiled a redesign called the Erick Njue Connector on May 27 to slow traffic & add pedestrian space. KLCC
- ➤ Families in south Eugene celebrated World Gavin Day in honor of Sundance Natural Foods' owner Gavin McComas (he would have been 80) at the store on Twenty-Fourth Avenue with live music, tea samples, and a raffle for Twitchy Tails Cat Rescue. The event reflected his commitment to the community. KEZI
- ➤ After nine years of closure, Carmen-Smith recreation sites have reopened along the Upper McKenzie River for camping, hiking, and day visits. Officials from the USDA Forest Service & Linn County Parks noted the newly renovated facilities, including Trail Bridge Campground, have been available for booking since earlier in May. NBC 16
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The University of Oregon and the Port of Portland celebrated construction progress on the Oregon Acoustic Research Laboratory during a beam-signing celebration at Terminal 2 on May 27. The facility will open in 2027 to provide acoustic testing for mass timber in housing and commercial construction. NBC 16
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Holt Elementary fourth-grade teacher Ashley Reich was named the 2026 OnPoint Educator of the Year for grades K through 5 today. The award includes one year of paid mortgage or rent and a $2,500 donation for her school. KEZI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Springfield Public Schools board member Nicole De Graff announced her resignation during Tuesday's executive session amid backlash over teacher layoffs. Her last day is June 30, and the district will soon inform employees which positions will be cut (33 full-time equivalent positions, including 12 teachers). KVAL
- ➤ Lane County is cutting 30 emergency shelter beds from Carry It Forward and ShelterCare due to a $5.8 million reduction for Health and Human Services for the 2026-27 fiscal year. County officials said the move follows expired grants and lower state funding — most shelter beds remain stable. NBC 16
- ➤ Oregon has appealed FEMA’s decision to deny Hazard Mitigation Grant Program funding after December storms caused severe flooding, landslides, and power outages in many counties; state officials say the funds are needed to repair infrastructure and bolster future preparedness. KVAL
- ➤ Lane County will cut 30 emergency shelter beds from Carry It Forward and ShelterCare this week after expired grants and shifting state funds forced a $800,000 reduction in shelter funding; county officials say most beds remain stable despite a growing need for emergency shelter space. KVAL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ PacificSource — a nonprofit insurer based in Eugene — said it will lay off more employees as it exits the individual market due to rising health care costs and changes in Medicaid funding. The company will help affected workers with severance packages. NBC 16
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Oregon hosted the NCAA Regional tournament at PK Park this weekend after earning an at-large berth and a No. 11 seed in college baseball. The Ducks faced in-state rival Oregon State, Washington State, and Yale after finishing as Big Ten Tournament runner-up. KLCC
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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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Bonanza at Booth-Kelly
Connected Lane County invites you to kick off your summer at the fourth annual Bonanza at Booth-Kelly on June 13 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at Spark at Booth-Kelly (303 S 5th St., Ste 150, Springfield) for a free, all-ages community event. Bonanza brings together youth, families, and community partners for a day of connection, learning, and fun with local resources related to housing, healthcare, food access, and summer opportunities, plus games, activities, and hands-on experiences; no RSVP is required, and you can learn more at connectedlane.org/bonanza.
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Bonanza at Booth-Kelly
Connected Lane County invites you to kick off your summer at the fourth annual Bonanza at Booth-Kelly on June 13 from 11:00 am to 3:00 pm at Spark at Booth-Kelly (303 S 5th St., Ste 150, Springfield) for a free, all-ages community event. Bonanza brings together youth, families, and community partners for a day of connection, learning, and fun with local resources related to housing, healthcare, food access, and summer opportunities, plus games, activities, and hands-on experiences; no RSVP is required, and you can learn more at connectedlane.org/bonanza.
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