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Saturday, September 6th, 2025
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Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On July 28, Downtown Guide Joel Enriquez was patrolling E. Broadway when he noticed a group gathered around an unresponsive person on the sidewalk—he replaced weak CPR with his trained efforts until the victim began breathing again. He will receive a Life Saving Award on September 8 at 3:30 p.m. at the Lane Transit District downtown station—an honor for his quick actions. NBC 16
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Eugene Police Department said on Sept. 2 that a U-Haul truck was damaged by arson and a license plate reader led officers to 43-year-old suspect Gregory Anderson Gober—contacted at a Dollar General on Hwy 99N—before transporting him to Lane County Jail. NBC 16
- ➤ On Sept. 5, police responded to a 911 call from a West 3rd Avenue residence and arrested 39-year-old Matthew Ryan Pyle—wanted for violating a restraining order—at 7:17 a.m. after a standoff involving the Crisis Negotiation Team, SWAT, drones and K9 units. KEZI
- ➤ Police arrested a 43-year-old man named Gregory Anderson Gober on Sept. 5 after a U-Haul truck was set on fire at a River Road rental facility on Sept. 2, and his vehicle was flagged by a license plate reader on Sept. 3; he now faces a charge of second-degree arson while in custody at Lane County Jail. KEZI
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ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters are battling the Emigrant Fire 20 miles southeast of Oakridge as they use firing operations and clear hazard trees to limit the blaze’s spread — the fire has burned 31,453 acres and remains 0% contained. NBC 16
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Oregon Health Authority warns that sports betting risks are rising as college students return to campus and urges parents to have conversations about gambling dangers—resources like GamFin and the Evive App are available for support. KEZI
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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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Cirque Ma'Ceo Performance
7-8:30 p.m. — Oregon Horse Center — Tickets start at $112 — Experience the mesmerizing world of Cirque Ma'Ceo with dazzling performances.
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Cirque Ma'Ceo Performance
4:00–5:30 p.m. — Oregon Horse Center — Tickets start at $112 — Experience the enchanting world of Cirque Ma'Ceo at this local venue.
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