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Eugene
Tuesday, June 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 2nd of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lane County will upgrade a half-mile segment of Mount Pisgah’s Summit Trail from June 8 to July 1 — workers will remove rocks, add drainage features, and place new gravel. Access will be restricted during work as officials enhance the trail for all, including all-terrain wheelchair users. KLCC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Eugene Scottish Festival will offer Celtic music, dance, Highland games, and a haggis eating contest for families in the Santa Clara neighborhood this Saturday at Irving Grange. Clan representatives will be available (providing insights on tracing ancestry) to connect visitors with Scottish heritage. KEZI
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Eugene dropped to $5.12 a gallon Monday, down 11.6 cents from last week based on a survey of 78 stations. Statewide, prices dipped 5.4 cents to $5.19 a gallon while national averages also fell+ though prices remain above last year’s levels. NBC 16
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Eugene Public Library is hosting free Summer Reading activities for all ages at its three branches from June 1 through Aug. 31. Highlights include a Teddy Bear Picnic on July 18 (at Amazon Community Center) and a visiting author talk on July 25 at the Downtown Library. KEZI
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ LRAPA has urged Lane County residents to prepare for wildfire smoke as summer’s dry season nears. The agency advises checking air quality, sealing windows and doors, and stocking supplies & using HEPA filters for vulnerable residents. NBC 16
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A $2 million FAA grant supports a $50M project to upgrade Eugene Airport’s baggage claim system with an inline system and terminal improvements. The airport will seek bids and permits this summer + start construction next year. KLCC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Eugene Pediatric Associates warn parents to ensure a child rides a bike with a one-inch gap for balance and wears a helmet that fits snugly under the chin—professional bike fittings can help ensure safety for outdoor rides. NBC 16
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Eugene Beer Week will run for 10 days with tastings and brewfests at local breweries and bars in Eugene and Springfield; participants can win prizes by collecting bingo card stamps as events build toward the Sasquatch Brewfest on June 6. KEZI
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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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