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Wednesday, August 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Carlisle, a 1.5-year-old shepherd mix (86-pound pup), is ready for adoption after receiving surgery and care at Greenhill Humane Society (88530 Green Hill Road) for a severe muzzle wound. He is neutered, microchipped, and up to date on vaccines and is best suited for a home with teenagers or older children. KEZI
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A house fire broke out in Eugene’s Santa Clara neighborhood Monday after 3 p.m.—fire crews quickly contained the flames, found no injuries, and Lane Fire Authority is investigating the incident. NBC 16
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On July 29, Eugene police and City Public Works worked together on Highway 99 to address safety concerns and crimes—targeting pedestrian and vehicle violations, trespassing, and prohibited camping—making 15 arrests, issuing 7 traffic citations, handling a traffic crash, and clearing 40 yards of garbage while reclaiming 20 stolen grocery carts. KEZI
- ➤ James Paul Richard McNaught was arrested Sunday night for an alleged hate crime after a statue of Abraham Lincoln was found hanging by its neck outside a woman's apartment on the 3000 block of Matt Drive — he is also accused of drawing a pentagram nearby and discarding a bag of trash. KEZI
- ➤ Lane County sheriff's deputies responded early Saturday to a kidnapping report in Veneta and arrested 48-year-old Kristian Anthony Villa on McCutcheon Road after they found his vehicle on Territorial Road with the victim inside — he now faces charges of first-degree kidnapping, fourth-degree assault, menacing, and coercion. KEZI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Eugene is asking residents to vote on bike parking spots in town. The worst location will be upgraded with free bike racks—installed by the city—and the best spot will earn a special reward. KEZI
SHOP NEWS
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Skills Camp: Elementary Volleyball
9 AM – 12 PM — Bob Keefer Center — Registration fee required — Enhance volleyball skills through drills and friendly competition.
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All The Things You Are - Jerome Kern Concert
1:30–3:30 p.m. — The Shedd Institute — $25 — Enjoy notable jazz interpretations from the classics of Jerome Kern performed by Chuck Redd and company.
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Venture: Week 9 Out and About Camp
8 AM – 4 PM — Bob Keefer Center — Registration required — A fun-filled week for campers featuring disc golf, bowling, and an acrylic painting class.
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Gentle Yoga with Yoga Nidra
12:30-2 p.m. — Eugene Yoga South — $20 — Experience relaxation and healing through yoga and mindfulness techniques, culminating in a restorative Yoga Nidra meditation.
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Springfilm: Edge of Tomorrow Screening
6:30-10:00 p.m. — Richard E. Wildish Community Theater — Free entry — Experience the thrilling time-bending adventure of Edge of Tomorrow with Tom Cruise and Emily Blunt.
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TREASVRE Live at The Hybrid
7 p.m. — The Hybrid — Ticket info not provided — Experience the debut of alt-rock group TREASVRE releasing their LP, KINTSUGI, in Eugene.
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Tracy Bonham Live Concert
8:00 – 9:30 PM — WOW Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience the quirky and heartfelt musical journey of GRAMMY-nominated artist Tracy Bonham as she showcases her new album and classic hits.
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Teabag Paper Art Workshop
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — The Hybrid — Sliding Scale $15-25 — Transform your used teabags into beautiful art paper and unleash your creativity.
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Creativity Through Play
11 AM – 1 PM — The Hybrid Gallery — Sliding Scale $15-25 — Explore fun techniques with acrylic paint and unleash your creativity.
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Venture: Week 10 Wings and Waves Camp
8 AM - 4 PM — Bob Keefer Center — Supplies needed — Dive into a fun week of activities from airplanes to water park adventures.
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