Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of August.
Good morning, Eugene.
🎭 Culture
On Friday, Eugene crowned Hilaria Gastrognome as the new S.L.U.G.
Queen after she bested Luke N. GOO’d and Marcel Slugcasso—she thanked supporters for wearing pink, holding signs, and chanting at her speech.
🌲 Environment
Fire crews have made progress containing the Aubrey Mountain Fire east of Oakridge — evacuation orders on Roberts Ranch and Dunning Roads were lowered while Highway 58 now carries one lane.
The fire began Thursday afternoon — officials warn that extreme heat and dry conditions may spark new blazes.
🏛️ Government
Oregon Sen. Ron Wyden said he will run for reelection in 2028 at age 79 and has held over 1,100 town meetings across all 36 counties — his many sessions show he values every Oregonian's voice.
At a recent town hall in Wasco, he defended age questions — stressing that voters should hold leaders accountable.
Crews from EWEB are starting work on building two new 7.5 million gallon water tanks on College Hill after last year's removal of the old tank.
Contractors are pouring floor slabs and installing piping using a 72-inch tunnel from the site to Lincoln and 23rd—this work will close nearby streets until the end of November and involve nearly daily concrete pours through next year.
🏥 Health
An extreme heat watch began on Aug.
10 and will run until 10 p.m. Aug. 12 while local non-profits plan extra support for residents. RAVEN provided extra water at First Christian Church and helped open cooling centers like the Lane Events Center on Aug. 11 — officials remind residents to stay hydrated and check on vulnerable neighbors.
🎉 Eugene Events
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Creativity Through Play
11 AM – 1 PM — The Hybrid Gallery — Sliding Scale $15-25 — Explore fun techniques with acrylic paint and unleash your creativity.
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.
Jitensha Concert
7:30 PM - 1:30 AM — PublicHouse — Free entry — Enjoy a night of original tunes and covers by the dynamic duo from Montréal.
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