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Thursday, August 14th, 2025
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Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 14th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ SquareOne Villages acquired the Our Redeemer Lutheran Church property on Maxwell Road and plans to convert it into 44 to 50 affordable homes and community programs — including a food pantry, preschool, and garden — as part of its community land trust with construction set to begin in 2027. NBC 16
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 21-year-old bicyclist was struck by an Audi A4 on Hilyard Street at about 7:48 p.m. on August 8th and remains in hospital with life-threatening injuries — bystanders performed CPR until emergency services arrived. KVAL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Eugene police reported that Stephen Gwain Hall—a 39-year-old man with special needs and a history of heart problems who is 6’5” tall and weighs 400 pounds—was reported missing on August 12 after his ride to a new apartment did not arrive amid extreme heat, and they ask anyone with information to call 541-682-5111 referencing case number 25-13029. KEZI
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ After a lawsuit alleging Endangered Species Act violations was dismissed, EWEB can now continue its temporary catch and haul system for salmon and trout on the McKenzie River—regulatory approvals are still needed before a permanent fish facility at Trail Bridge Dam is completed by 2032. KVAL
- ➤ Cascades Raptor Center in Eugene introduced two baby owls to its ambassador team today—a baby Snowy Owl and a baby Northern Hawk Owl—and launched a donation campaign through Aug. 18 that offers a chance for a private encounter at special events like Brunch with the Birds. KVAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lane County and other dispatch centers are facing a phone outage affecting non-emergency lines—911 remains operational and residents needing urgent help should call 911. The provider Lumen has not provided an estimated repair time, so using cell phones is recommended. KEZI
- ➤ Lane County has hired Tommy Gong, a long-time California elections administrator, as its new county clerk after a national search—he succeeded Dena Dawson who left to lead elections for the Oregon Secretary of State. He joined last month — and will use his 20 years of experience to modernize the clerk's office with public outreach and updated legal functions. KLCC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ PeaceHealth announced the opening of Valley River Pediatric Priority Care Clinic at 1400 Valley River Dr in Eugene today, a new urgent care that will treat children from newborn to 18 with services like X-ray and lab draws—offering lower costs and insurance acceptance with sliding fees—and will operate evenings, weekends and holidays starting September 1 from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. NBC 16
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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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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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Saturday Market Stage
1-7 p.m. — Eugene Saturday Market Stage — Free entry — Support local businesses with tasty foods, crafts, and live music.
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