Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 24th of June.
Good morning, Eugene.
Eugene Pride announced that its parade and rally were canceled after police declined to provide traffic control, but its annual festival remains scheduled for Saturday from 11 a.m. & 11 p.m. at Lane Events Center.
A separate group is planning a march under the banner of Eugene Rad Pride.
Gas prices in Oregon fell yesterday as the regular price dropped 15 cents to $4.83 a gallon while the national price fell 12 cents to $3.93 a gallon.
AAA warned that fuel prices may rise for 4th of July travel amid ongoing uncertainty over the U.S. agreement with Iran.
Weyerhaeuser launched its fifth year of the Fighting Fires Together campaign, awarding nearly $25K to rural fire districts and a $10K grant to Lane Community College’s Wildland Fire Management Program to support wildfire response and student training (boosting rural safety).
At a Springfield Public Schools meeting on Monday night, parents, students, and former teachers voiced concerns over proposed changes that would limit the dual immersion program to Guy Lee Elementary while approving a new assistant superintendent amid a $7.9 million budget shortfall.
Residents will have the chance to safely turn in illegal fireworks at designated fire stations on Saturday, June 27 (in Springfield) and Sunday, June 28 (in Eugene) as part of initiatives by ESF and EPD to reduce fire risks ahead of the Fourth of July while enforcing the citywide ban.
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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