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Saturday, May 31st, 2025
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Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lane County’s annual Point In Time Count shows 3,509 people were unhoused—a 14% increase from last year that includes 237 unaccompanied youth. A county spokesperson said 70% of those counted lost stable housing and blamed a shortage of affordable housing and living wage jobs for the rise. KLCC
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Eugene man was charged with second degree manslaughter in a crash that killed 79-year-old Sharon Schuman— a former UO professor and founder of Chamber Music Amici— on April 23; Scott Shawn Stolarczyk is scheduled for arraignment on June 17. KVAL
- ➤ Eugene architect Scott Shawn Stolarczyk was charged on May 29 with second degree manslaughter after his RAV4 swerved and struck runner Sharon Schuman on April 23 along the Amazon Park running path, where she died at the scene—he said a coughing fit might have caused him to black out and later tests showed his blood alcohol level was 0.234 percent—and he will be arraigned at 8:30 a.m. Tuesday, June 17 in Lane County Circuit Court. Eugene Weekly
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today the Eugene Scottish Festival takes place at Irving Grange where visitors enjoy Highland Games demonstrations, a knighting ceremony and Scottish dancing—plus a dog parade. Organizer Joel Dougall said the event is family friendly and aims to share authentic Scottish culture while supporting local causes. KLCC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ At its May 28 meeting, the Eugene Budget Committee voted to recommend that the City Council adopt the modified 2025-2027 amended biennial budget for the City and Urban Renewal Agency— the Council will hold a public hearing on June 23 at 7:30 p.m. for budget action. NBC 16
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Eugene city officials are seeking a developer to redevelop the North Butterfly Lot — a half-acre site next to the Farmers Market Pavilion — into mixed-use housing as homelessness rises and rental vacancies remain low. The city plans to build 1,000 downtown units over the next five years and issue 6,000 permits by 2027 — advocates say funding is the biggest hurdle — to help meet the growing demand. KVAL
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2-4 a.m. — McNail Riley House — Free entry — Engage in serene meditation with instruction available upon request.
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Riverdance Performance
5 PM — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the captivating evolution of traditional Irish music and dance.
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Beergarden's 10th Anniversary Celebration
11:30 a.m. – 9 p.m. — Beergarden — Free entry — Celebrate a decade of great brews, tasty bites, and live music with a special anniversary beer release and entertainment.
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Craig Conant Stand-Up Show
7-11 p.m. — Olsen Run Comedy Club and Lounge — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of laughs with sober comedian Craig Conant reflecting on life and experiences.
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Outdoor Summer Yoga Series
10-11 a.m. — Oakmont Park — Free entry — Embrace the outdoors with energizing Vin + Yin yoga to feel refreshed and grounded this summer.
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NCAA Outdoor Championships: Florida State Men's Track and Field
10 p.m. — Hayward Field — Ticket info not provided — Witness the thrilling competition of Florida State's men's track and field team as they vie for NCAA glory.
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5th Annual Motiv8 Foundation Wine Release Event
5-8 p.m. — Eugene Country Club — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the launch of a new wine label with food, music, and a silent auction benefiting youth empowerment.
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Great Whiteaker Yard Sale with Live Jazz
9 a.m. - 4 p.m. — The Hybrid — Free entry — Explore unique finds while enjoying great food and live jazz fusion music.
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