Good morning, Eugene.

Everyone Village has installed 50 new refrigerators using Lane County funding to help residents in its micro village move beyond survival mode + the fridges were delivered to tiny home units built with nearly $2.5 million in federal funds to provide housing for low income residents.

Nike began in Eugene when Bill Bowerman and Phil Knight sold early shoes from a van, engaging local runners and forming a key partnership with athlete Steve Prefontaine.

Their humble origins continue to inspire the brand's global athlete-first vision.

America's Best Restaurants filmed Lox, Stocks and Bagels on Tuesday afternoon as staff prepared fresh bagels from scratch; owner Maxwell Davis expects the segment to boost sales during the summer lull — he said the show highlights the eatery's handmade recipes and community appeal.

Officials ask the public to help locate 16-year-old Jaylynn O'Hara, who went missing near Alton Baker Park on June 29; authorities describe Jaylynn as 5-foot-7 with dark brown hair & blue eyes and say the teen could be in Eugene or nearby Springfield or Corvallis.

Effective July 1, Oregon’s minimum wage increased to $16.80 in Portland’s urban area, $15.55 in western counties, and $14.55 in rural counties + these rates will remain until June 30, 2027.

The Eugene Family YMCA offers summer camp openings for kids to stay active and build skills for the fall.

The nonprofit provides financial aid and youth memberships at $34 a month for July+August to help families get involved.

Campers at the Eugene Springfield Fire Training Station will attend a five-day Young Women’s Fire Camp today for female-identifying individuals 16-19; they will practice firefighting skills with experienced firefighters.

Managed by Heidi Carson, the camp builds confidence and offers a look into fire service careers (call 541-682-7155 for details).

The UO Board of Trustees approved a $15 million project for an eight-megawatt electric boiler to cut campus emissions and reduce reliance on natural gas.

EWEB will adjust its power supply planning (following a pilot study) to meet community goals.

Two additional Springfield Public School administrators plan to sue the district after filing tort claim notices in January and last month, accusing board members of creating a hostile work environment.

Their claim comes amid other investigations plus fallout following teacher layoffs that raised tensions.

Three years after canceling a natural gas hookup ban, Eugene has yet to define its next steps on home electrification.

City council has scheduled a public hearing on home energy scores as advocates watch for further climate action + discussions.

The Oregon Health Authority advised residents to remove standing water (buckets, birdbaths, tires) and use EPA-approved insect repellent to lower West Nile virus risk as summer mosquito activity rises.

Residents are also advised to wear long sleeves and limit outdoor activity at dawn and dusk.

The 51st Prefontaine Classic at Hayward Field features Olympic champions Cole Hocker, Sha’Carri Richardson and Tara Davis-Woodhall competing today and tomorrow, with honored guests Dawn Staley and Shelly-Ann Fraser-Pryce also in attendance.

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.

Oregon Bach Festival - Stangeland Family Youth Choral Academy

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the impressive performances of talented high school choral singers led by renowned conductors.

Oregon Bach Festival - The Elements

7:30-11:30 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket details not provided — Experience a captivating musical exploration of nature’s elemental forces through the works of Rebel, Telemann, and Bach.

Oregon Bach Festival: American Tapestry

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticketed event — Experience a captivating concert featuring Gershwin's 'Rhapsody in Blue' and more through contemporary American music.

Oregon Bach Festival - Liederabend

7:30-10:30 p.m. — Beall Concert Hall — 50% proceeds support To Write Love on Her Arms — Experience a heartfelt charity concert dedicated to hope and mental health support.

Saturday Farmers Market

9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Farmers Market Pavilion and Plaza — EBT/SNAP accepted with matching bucks — Discover locally grown foods from over 100 local farmers and artisans.

Oregon Bach Festival: Haydn's The Creation

2:30-5:30 p.m. — Beall Concert Hall — Tickets donated support mental health — Experience a classical masterpiece while aiding a noble cause.

Victorian Detective Training Camp

9 AM – 2 PM — Shelton McMurphey Johnson House — $10 for adults, $5 for children, $8 for students or seniors — A fun summer camp for young aspiring detectives wanting to learn the art of sleuthing.