Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 15th of June.
Good morning, Eugene.
Protesters gathered in downtown Eugene on Saturday at the Wayne Lyman Morse United States Courthouse to begin a No Kings rally that marched to City Hall—this demonstration aimed to show that the country is a democratic republic and to support local groups.
Thousands of people gathered downtown Eugene Saturday morning for the No Kings protest, marching from the federal courthouse to City Hall to demand that leaders follow the law — demonstrators said the event showed strong community resolve.
Springfield’s Island Park will not host the Fourth of July Light of Liberty celebration this summer because major construction on Mill Street makes the event impractical.
Officials said discounted tickets are available for a July 3 baseball game and fireworks display near Hamlin Middle School — with the Drifters game priced at $5.
Oregon track athletes performed strongly in the opening days of the NCAA Division I Outdoor Championships at Hayward Field as Kobe Lawrence set a personal best in the shot put (66'8") and other athletes advanced to final rounds in key events.
The men's competition concluded Friday while the women's finals were held Saturday.
June Day Camp - Summer 2025
8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Back2Youth, Eugene, OR — $222 — Experience outdoor adventures and build confidence in a fun summer camp for youth.
Breakthrough Basketball Skills Camp
N/A — Tue Jun 17 — Fieldhouse — $97 fee for observing coaches — Improve ball handling and scoring skills at this youth basketball camp for grades 3 to 8.
John Caparulo Live
7:30-9:30 p.m. — WOW Hall — Buy Tickets — Laugh along with renowned comedian John Caparulo in an evening of humor and entertainment.
Eugene Day Camp 2024
9:00 a.m. — University of Oregon — Includes lunch and snacks — Train with world-class coaches and watch thrilling Olympic Trials races.
Eagle's Rest Hike
9 AM – 3 PM — South Eugene High School — No fees — Experience a challenging 4.9-mile hike with stunning views and beautiful forests.
Fill Your Cup Ceramic Pop Up
10 AM – 3 PM — The Hybrid — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful afternoon of pottery and ceramic art with friends on summer solstice weekend.
Eco Fest
9 AM–2 PM — Farmers Market Pavilion and Plaza — Free entry — Celebrate sustainability and engage with local organizations driving environmental awareness.
Open Mic at The Hybrid
7-10 p.m. — The Hybrid — $5 cover — Enjoy a diverse array of poetry, music, and comedy performances in a welcoming atmosphere.
Daikaiju with Egotones
8-11:50 p.m. — John Henry's — $15/$20 — Experience an electrifying and immersive surf rock performance from the enigmatic band Daikaiju.
Zoso - The Ultimate Led Zeppelin Experience
8-9:30 p.m. — WOW Hall — Tickets available — Experience the ultimate tribute to Led Zeppelin with Zoso bringing classic rock to life.
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