Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 26th of June.
Good morning, Eugene.
Lane County’s January data showed a 7.5% drop in homelessness to 4,490 individuals, though many remained unsheltered (64%) and chronically homeless (45%); county officials credited programs like Diversion and new supportive housing for helping over 1,000 households secure permanent housing.
Greenhill Humane Society is treating 22 dogs rescued from a vacant property in south Lane County after Lane County Animal Services found them with health issues.
The team is providing food, baths, and parasite treatment as recovery updates are expected soon.
Camp Ready2Respond in Albany concludes today as 130 students from 28 schools gain hands-on disaster preparedness skills in building, first aid, and communications.
The camp partners with state agencies (like Oregon Department of Emergency Management) to boost community readiness.
Eugene will soon test new crosswalk safety measures on Patterson Street between 19th and 24th avenues by removing a travel lane to add bike and bus lanes - a response to community calls for safer crossings.
A community meeting is planned later this summer to review the proposals.
Community Health Centers of Lane County faces a $2M deficit this fiscal year and a $6.5M gap next year, prompting cuts of 23 jobs.
It plans to use $3M one-time revenue & $3.5M expense cuts while seeking additional funding to maintain care.
Seven hundred fifty rowers from 33 clubs are racing in nearly 150 1,000-meter events at the Lowell State Recreation Site on Dexter Lake today.
The Oregon Association of Rowers hosts the free USRowing Northwest Masters Regional Championships through June 28 — races run from morning until afternoon.
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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