Good morning, Eugene.

Eugene reopened its Spray Play features at seven parks to help residents cool off as summer starts; water play areas run daily from 9:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. until the week after Labor Day at parks including Downtown Riverfront and Fairmount.

Bricks & Minifigs permanently closed its Keizer store after a dispute over a $200K LEGO Star Wars collection broke out.

The chain ended its deal with franchise owners — social media videos brought national attention, and questions remain about its Eugene location.

Lane Community College approved its 2026-2027 budget on Wednesday as it plans to raise tuition to address a state funding shortfall.

The first stage of its mitigation plan will cut 20 jobs, reduce library & tutoring services, and eliminate criminal justice and health information management programs to save $4.2 million.

Hanwha Renewables has submitted a proposal to build a large agrivoltaic solar farm on 873 acres near I-5 east of town that would produce 150 megawatts and keep 732 acres farmed while local residents express concerns about wetland impacts.

Sen. Jeff Merkley hosted a roundtable at Cafe Soriah on Friday afternoon to discuss affordability with local small business owners + chambers from Eugene and Springfield.

He focused on challenges such as rising housing prices + tariff impacts that limit contract negotiations for local businesses.

Lane Council of Governments received a $10,000 grant from The Roundhouse Foundation to support rural Café 60 dining sites for seniors outside Eugene and Springfield (these sites help older residents connect over balanced meals).

Marist Catholic's Gianni Lombardi will take the mound in a baseball state championship game today at Roto Rooter Park, hoping to cap his senior season with a second state title against number 12 Tillamook.

The first pitch is scheduled for 7:30 p.m.

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.

Wayne Hancock Live with Special Guests

9-11:50 p.m. — John Henry's — $20/$25 — Enjoy a night filled with the king of Juke Joint Swing and local supporting acts.

The Two Tracks Concert

7:30-9 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Choose what you pay — Experience original Americana music that paints vivid imagery of life in the American West.

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.

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.

Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp

Essential Skills Camp — June 16-18 — Fieldhouse — Waitlist available — Enhance your basketball skills and build confidence on and off the court.

American Crown Circus: K-Pop Night

5:30-9:30 p.m. — Oregon Horse Center — Free kid's ticket with adult — Experience a vibrant circus night with K-pop energy, aerial performances, and family fun.

Rock'n Rewind

7-10 p.m. — Mac's Restaurant & Nightclub — $9 Minimum Purchase — Dance to groovy rock ‘n roll hits from the late 1960s and early 1970s.

American Crown Circus

1:30-5:30 p.m. — Oregon Horse Center — Tickets start at $99 — Experience the thrills and excitement of the American Crown Circus in Eugene, a must-see live event.

American Crown Circus

7-11 p.m. — Oregon Horse Center — Tickets from $99 — Experience the thrill of live performances at the American Crown Circus in Eugene.

The Survivors Music Evening

6-9 p.m. — Bennett Vineyards & Wine Company — Food available for purchase — Enjoy live music by The Survivors with tasty offerings from Nuestro Sabor at the vineyard.