Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of June.
Good morning, Eugene.
Eugene Police Department is asking the public for help to find 74-year-old Zuriel Velma Fleischauer, a woman with memory issues who left her home in the 3300 block of Bentley on June 23 and was last seen scanning her bus pass near Costco at 2 p.m.—she is described as white with blue eyes, dark brown hair, about 5 feet tall, weighing 90 pounds, and wearing a purple windbreaker with black pants while carrying a brown/white purse.
Lane County Sheriff's deputies responded on Saturday to a report of a body near the 92000 block of Marcola Rd—locating a dead man at a makeshift camp by the river while the medical examiner investigates his cause of death.
The Oregon Bach Festival will open on June 27 in Eugene and run for 17 days with programs that mix music and theater to unearth hidden gems of Bach.
One performance, 'Considering Matthew Shepard,' will invite the Community Choir to sing along on June 28 during Eugene Pride.
A GasBuddy survey of 78 stations showed that gasoline prices in Eugene increased by 17.1 cents to an average of $3.98 per gallon over the past week due to global tensions that drove up oil costs.
Experts expect prices to keep rising soon — with the cheapest station at $3.55 and the priciest at $4.37.
Gasoline prices in Eugene surged by 17.1 cents per gallon over the past week to an average of $3.98 based on GasBuddy data from local stations—geopolitical tensions between Israel and Iran have driven up oil prices and experts expect rates to rise further.
Trail crews have started work at Suzanne Arlie Park in Eugene to expand hiking and mountain biking trails in a 565-acre park.
The park will include a two-mile Ridgeline Trail connector and new downhill bike trails by the end of next year — and visitors must avoid the work zone.
The Eugene Springfield Fire Department closed the Skinner Butte Park summit parking lot on June 23 due to fire danger—pedestrians and cyclists can still use trails to reach the summit, and the closure will remain until October 1.
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.
Annual Hō'ike: Mai Nā Kūpuna Mai
2-4 p.m. — Willamette High School Auditorium — General Admission — Celebrate cultural roots with Hula performances and live music while enjoying local food.
Pack Walk June 2025
8:30-10 a.m. — Memorial Quad — Fee required — Take your dog on a socializing stroll with a certified trainer in Eugene's outdoor beauty.
Pedal Power Camp for Kids Ages 8-11
9 AM - 4 PM — Alton Baker Park — Cost varies — Explore bike trails, create bike part art, and learn bike maintenance while enjoying smoothies powered by your pedaling.
Artistic Encounters at Kesey Square
12-1 p.m. — Kesey Square — Free entry — Experience summer vibes with live music and entertainment at Downtown Eugene's Artistic Encounters series.
Prefontaine Classic
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM — Hayward Field — Affordable ticket options available — Experience elite track and field competitions in a historic venue.
The Halluci Nation Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — WOW Hall — Check website for price — Experience a night of electrifying music blending Indigenous sounds with modern beats.
Oregon Bach Festival - Carmina Burana
2:30-4:00 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets required — Experience an electrifying performance featuring the iconic 'O Fortuna' and evocative classical music.
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