Good morning, Eugene.

The Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation is giving hundreds of thousands of dollars to nonprofits in Oregon counties including Lane County groups receiving $10,000 and Douglas County organizations getting over $92,000 as part of its annual program that supports learning beyond the classroom.

Firefighters increased containment to 10% at Spencer Gulch Fire yesterday by strengthening control lines, mopping up 100 feet inward and removing hazardous trees (improving safety around the perimeter); officials kept the same staffing plan with air and ground support available for ongoing work.

Costco has proposed tearing down the 32-year-old Office Depot building across Chad Drive to create a 202-space employee parking lot and is asking city planners if traffic signals and the crosswalk at its store need change.

It also will add four new gas pump islands to its filling station.

Comedian Noah Blodgett creates his Top Five series on Instagram and TikTok to show Eugene’s everyday quirks — playful takes on local habits that many recognize.

He will continue performing at open mics and posting new videos on Tuesdays.

KLCC aired a story about Eugene’s Black Cultural Initiative on Tuesday, June 16.

Ana Páramo (a University of Oregon journalism student) reported on the local program that promotes cultural heritage in the community.

District leaders will vote today at 6 p.m. at 200 North Monroe St. and online on renaming César Chávez Elementary School following a survey in which 67% of 89 respondents backed a name change+ officials plan to form an advisory committee and hold listening sessions during the 2026-27 school year.

Oregon’s Departments of Emergency Management and Water Resources provided a water conservation toolkit yesterday to help local governments and utilities reduce water use amid drought affecting 84% of the state — the kit offers pre-made social media slides, tips and advice for rural counties with limited resources.

Gov. Tina Kotek declared a state of emergency due to rising wildfire risks, letting agencies deploy extra firefighting resources + local officials urged Eugene residents to sign up for alerts and review the protection plan from Eugene Springfield Fire as experts warned of hazardous conditions.

McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center in Springfield announced Mark Robinson as its new CEO effective July 20; he brings nearly 30 years of hospital leadership experience & plans to relocate with his family to the area.

McKenzie-Willamette Medical Center announced Tuesday that Mark Robinson will become its new chief executive officer on July 20.

Robinson brings nearly 30 years of hospital leadership experience to the Springfield facility.

Rainbow and Sprinkles, a bonded pair of male guinea pigs, are up for adoption at Greenhill Humane Society (88530 Green Hill Rd) today.

Their adoption fee includes a free vet exam certificate and both must be adopted together for a rewarding pet commitment.

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.

Eugene Pro Rodeo

Thursday, Jul 2nd — Oregon Horse Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience thrilling rodeo events and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere.