Good morning, Eugene.

Construction crews started building a permanent sidewalk on June 9 near the southeast corner of Sixth and Pearl, next to the Eugene Federal Building; the east lane between Sixth and Seventh will close intermittently until around June 23 — pedestrians should use the west sidewalk.

The Eugene Area Chamber of Commerce was named a Chamber of the Year finalist by ACCE after hosting over 730 events and supporting local efforts on housing, jobs, and civic issues.

Winners will be announced on July 21 at ACCE's annual convention in New Orleans.

Eugene-area artist Peter Helzer said his public bronze sculptures, including the 'Storyteller' at Ken Kesey Square, have been targeted by metal thieves and stolen from parks across the region, with the thefts increasing rapidly in recent months.

Educators and community leaders gathered at Roosevelt Middle School Wednesday for an emergency town hall on education funding cuts across the county.

The meeting discussed layoffs, program closures + proposed measures to address budget deficits.

Governor Tina Kotek declared a drought emergency in five additional counties on Wednesday, bringing the total to 17 affected counties.

Officials warned that worsening summer drought may harm farms, water supplies & wildlife habitats and increase wildfire risk.

On June 10, the Eugene Emeralds clinched the Northwest League first-half title by defeating the Spokane Indians 6-5, ensuring a championship series spot in September.

They will host Tri-City for a six-game homestand starting June 16.

Lane Transit District is urging fans to ride EmX to Hayward Field to ease heavy traffic during the NCAA outdoor track championships running from Wednesday, June 10 through Saturday, June 13.

LTD buses also help visitors explore nearby shops and parks.

The NCAA Outdoor Track and Field Championships began as scheduled at Hayward Field on Wednesday after a bomb threat triggered an evacuation Tuesday + a subsequent police search found nothing concerning, and organizers say events will run safely through Saturday.

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.

Oregon Bach Festival - Beyond Borders

2:30-5:30 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a captivating musical journey with the Oregon Bach Festival's Beyond Borders concert.

Oregon Bach Festival: A Musical Journey

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket info not provided — Celebrate Telemann’s bold departure from law school through captivating Baroque orchestral music.

Oregon Bach Festival - Voices of Our Land

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket info not provided — Celebrate America's diverse musical heritage through powerful works by Dvořák, Cowell, and Tate.