Good morning, Eugene.

The Springfield Public Schools Board selected Dr. Shawn Stover as interim superintendent for the 2026-27 school year pending contract approval at the June 22 meeting; he will start on July 1.

The leader with 30 years in education (including diverse district roles) was chosen from three finalists after a search.

Residents in Lane, Linn and Benton counties can cool off this weekend by visiting local libraries and service centers, including the Downtown Eugene Library, Saint Vincent de Paul’s Service Station, Springfield Public Library and Albany, Lebanon and Corvallis centers featuring water fountains, splash pads and showers until 2:40 p.m.

Residents in Lane, Linn & Benton counties can cool off this weekend at local venues including libraries, service stations, and hygiene centers as heat drives temperatures higher.

Options include water fountains, splash pads & showers to ease the heat.

Drivers in Eugene should expect heavy traffic near Autzen Stadium on June 15 as UO commencement draws up to 30,000 graduates to areas including Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard & Coburg Road.

Police advise motorists to use alternate routes and allow extra time between 7 a.m. and 7:30 p.m.

Local health officials warn that runners and outdoor workers are at risk of heat exhaustion during the ongoing heatwave in Eugene; they advise using electrolyte drinks and adjusting exercise routines (with sunscreen and protective gear) to avoid dangerous overheating.

The caution comes as athletes push their limits during intense training sessions.

Health officials in Eugene warn that rising temperatures pose a high risk of heat exhaustion for athletes and outdoor workers, advising them to drink electrolyte fluids and take breaks to avoid overheating.

Eugene Police and Animal Services warn residents not to leave pets in parked cars as rising heat can cause rapid heatstroke, with vehicles quickly reaching dangerous temperatures.

They advise pet owners to provide cool water and shade (and use digital thermometers for safety checks) while on the go.

Three Eugene friends are recreating their 1969 Alaska adventure by driving a restored red van to Anchorage on June 21 — the day one friend celebrates his 75th birthday and memories of that life-changing trip are revived.

The University of Oregon Board of Trustees approved the name Duck Dunes for the new beach volleyball facility at the corner of 13th Ave and Agate St. Athletics officials said the project aims to raise $3.5 million, with much raised already, and is sourcing sand from Florence — linking the Ducks identity with a local landmark.

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.

Oregon Bach Festival - Roomful of Teeth Performance

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket information not provided — Experience the Grammy-winning vocal ensemble as they present adventurous music that uplifts global voices.