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Saturday, June 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Island Park in Springfield is hosting Willamalane's Children's Celebration 2025 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—the free event includes inflatables, live music, magic and puppet shows, a sing-along, creative activities, and several free transportation options such as bike valet and bus rides via a code from the Umo app. KEZI
- ➤ Operation Summer Hydration in Eugene is keeping the unhoused healthy during the peak summer heat by offering water drop-offs at First Christian Church on Oak Street and 11th Avenue from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Organizers continue to accept donations and have street teams serve the community—helping ensure that those without shelter can access water. KVAL
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ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Howard Buford Recreation Area held a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, June 27 for a new forested trail built over eight years to protect bird habitat and reduce muddy winter conditions + improve visitor safety. The trail rerouted hikers through a shaded forest area + offers a compacted gravel path that ensures wheelchair accessibility. KLCC
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting July 1, out-of-state visitors will pay $12 per day or $37 for an annual permit in about two dozen state parks while residents continue paying $10 per day or $30 (the current rate); the fee increase (a temporary measure) will fund park sustainability and operations. KLCC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Deb Sporich of the Eugene Police Department warned that leaving pets in cars during warm weather can cause them harm — a car can heat up dangerously fast in 90 degree weather. She said owners should keep pets at home to avoid fines and danger, and the Good Samaritan law allows rescuers to help if needed. KVAL
- ➤ Lane County Public Health warns that fentanyl in the illicit drug supply increases overdose risks at summer events and urges residents to carry naloxone—an emergency reversal medication—to quickly address signs like unresponsiveness and slow breathing. KVAL
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Prefontaine Classic
11:00 AM – 1:30 PM — Hayward Field — Affordable ticket options available — Experience elite track and field competitions in a historic venue.
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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.
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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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Incubus Concert and Meet & Greet
6:30-8 p.m. — The Cuthbert Amphitheater — Check website for price — Experience a thrilling live performance by Incubus and meet the band afterward.
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BEYOND the STARS with DuffelBelle
7:30 PM - 10:30 PM — The Hybrid — $ — Experience a unique musical journey blending storytelling and harmonies from two talented duos.
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Frankie & the Witch Fingers
8-9:30 p.m. — WOW Hall — Check website for price — Experience the energetic sounds of Frankie & the Witch Fingers in a vibrant rock performance.
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Oregon Asian Celebration
10 AM – 9 PM — Alton Baker Park — Free entry — Celebrate 40 years of Asian culture with performances, food, workshops, and a marketplace.
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