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Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025
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Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ EWEB invites residents to join its Pledge to Prepare campaign as National Preparedness Month begins—community members are urged to update emergency plans to help keep homes safe, with recent wildfires and past ice storms underscoring the need to be ready. KVAL
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A man aged 43, armed with a filet style knife, spent hours on a bank drive-through roof during a standoff that lasted two days before he surrendered at 9:41 p.m. on August 31 at 1100 Willamette Street — he was arrested on disorderly conduct and criminal trespass charges. KEZI
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ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Average gasoline prices in Eugene fell 0.8 cents over the past week on Tuesday to $3.83 per gallon, though they were still 5.9 cents higher than a month ago and 25.8 cents above last year. GasBuddy data shows that if conditions hold, the national average will likely drop further into fall—continuing the trend of lower prices following the most affordable summer since 2021. NBC 16
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fire crews are preparing for thunderstorms as a Red Flag Warning stays in effect for the Emigrant Fire burning 23,404 acres 20 miles southeast of Oakridge; over 850 personnel are clearing control lines and setting up hoses and sprinklers, and forecasters warn gusts up to 40 mph may increase fire growth today—fire officials are monitoring the situation closely. NBC 16
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lane Transit District and the City of Eugene will launch a two-year Downtown Loop pilot on September 7 to offer bus service every 30 minutes— including evenings— and improve access to the Riverfront and Midtown. The service is funded with Statewide Transportation Improvement Funds and will gather community feedback through surveys to decide if it will extend after Summer. KVAL
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Instaballet on First Friday
5:30-8 p.m. — Capitello Wines — Free entry — Help choreograph a new dance and witness the final performance at 8 p.m.
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Wellness Workshop: Dance to Prevent Falls
1-2:30 p.m. — Willamalane Adult Activity Center — Free entry — Learn fun dance steps to improve balance and enjoy a gentle cardio workout.
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IN A LANDSCAPE: Classical Music in the Wild
5-11 p.m. — Mount Pisgah Arboretum — Cost not specified — Experience classical music set against the breathtaking backdrop of nature in the scenic American West.
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Lane County Stand Down
6:30 AM – 1:00 PM — Lane Events Center — Free entry — A dedicated event offering resources and support for local veterans and their families.
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Lane County Tuesday Farmers Market
9 a.m. to 2 p.m. — 85 E 8th Ave, Eugene, OR — Free entry — Explore local produce and artisan goods at Eugene's largest farmers market.
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Cirque Ma'Ceo by Cavallo Equestrian Arts
7 p.m. — Oregon Horse Center — Ticketed event — Experience the stunning blend of majestic horses and world-class performers in a captivating show.
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Annual Oktoberfest Celebration
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Beergarden — No cover charge — Enjoy the fun and thought-provoking sounds of John Badger and the New Old Time Apocalyptic Revival.
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Cirque Ma'Ceo Performance
1-2:30 p.m. — Oregon Horse Center — Tickets starting at $112 — Experience the breathtaking artistry of Cirque Ma'Ceo in Eugene.
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Oregon Association of Municipal Recorders Annual Academy and Conference
September 23-26 — Valley River Inn — Registration Fees Apply — Discover innovative ways to elevate your role and impact in municipal services.
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Blowgun Concert Featuring Miriam Hacksaw
7:30 PM - 10:00 PM — The Hybrid — $12 Presale, $15-25 Day of — Experience a fusion of traditional music genres with familial ties to Kerala, India.
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