Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of June.
Good morning, Eugene.
Springfield Police K-9 Unit hosted its annual dog competition at Springfield High School’s Silke Field today; dogs & handlers competed in agility, area search and suspect-catching events while funds raised will support new equipment and training.
Eugene Pride cancelled its annual march from Kesey Square because permit issues with local police led to safety concerns + the ticketed festival on Saturday at the Lane Events Center will continue featuring 250 booths and queer entertainers.
Two upcoming fundraisers support the South Willamette Honor Flight.
The 14th annual Springhill North Albany Car Show will take place on July 19 in North Albany and a concert by Cascade Chorus will be held on July 25 at Northwood Christian Church in Springfield.
Eugene Pride canceled its planned march on Saturday from Kesey Square due to safety concerns and a permit dispute; the Pride Festival will still run from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. at Lane Events Center.
A GasBuddy survey shows that Monday, gas prices in Eugene fell 25.7 cents to $4.65 per gallon, marking a drop of 57.3 cents from a month ago yet remaining 66.2 cents above last year’s rate.
Prices ranged from $4.29 to $5.19 at 78 local stations.
Circle of Friends School in Cottage Grove secured $179,000 in federal funds for a fully accessible bus that seats 10 wheelchairs to help students with disabilities access learning opportunities across Lane County.
The school must raise about $32,000 locally to complete the purchase (approved by the Lane Transit District board).
St. Vincent de Paul diverts millions of pounds of clothing from landfills using a West Eugene textile recycling warehouse where staff sort, repurpose, and prepare items for resale and reuse.
The operation supports local jobs and creates a sustainable alternative to fast fashion.
A federal judge ordered the removal of the security fence at downtown Eugene Federal Building within 48 hours & federal banners honoring the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence will be installed on its walls.
Lane Transit District will cut bus fares to $1 per ride and $2 for a day pass from July 1 to August 31 to help riders face rising costs; it will also lower long-term pass prices (CEO Jameson Auten said the discount offers temporary relief for households struggling with rising expenses).
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.
Oregon Bach Festival - Bachs Living Room II
12-3 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Complimentary coffee and pastries — Enjoy a delightful afternoon of duets featuring renowned musicians performing Bach and Bonporti's works.
Eugene Fourth of July Fireworks
9:45 PM — Alton Baker Park — Free entry — Enjoy a dazzling fireworks display following the Eugene Pro Rodeo during this festive celebration.
Oregon Bach Festival - Cantatas on Campus
2:30-5:30 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticketed event — Celebrate Bach's legacy through spirited cantatas alongside the University of Oregon's 150th anniversary.
Oregon Bach Festival - Mendelssohn's 1840 All-Bach Program
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Cost info not provided — Experience an immersive journey through the organ music of J.S. Bach with Grammy-winner Paul Jacobs.
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