Good morning, Eugene.

Native youth in Eugene revived a centuries-old camas baking tradition as part of the Traditional Ecological Inquiry Program when they harvested bulbs west of Eugene and baked them in underground ovens with fire-heated rocks—layering materials like skunk cabbage, wet sword ferns, and maple leaves for nearly 26 hours. The bake-off ended with soft, sweet camas that upheld community tradition—preserving an important Indigenous practice.

Gas prices in Oregon jumped as the Olympic Pipeline outage and refinery work drove up costs statewide; Oregon hit $4.29 per gallon—its highest since May—while Washington saw a 16.5-cent rise, the nation’s biggest weekly increase.

The pipeline has since resumed operations, which may help ease future prices.

The University of Oregon Board of Trustees approved a $1.54B operating budget for FY2026 despite union pushback and cut 176 jobs to counter a growing fiscal deficit.

Union leaders warned that over 100 additional cuts might follow due to a rushed process — the board said quick action was needed after receiving enrollment data in May.

Thurston High School students staged a walkout yesterday morning after teacher Bobby Nove posted news of Charlie Kirk’s murder on Facebook with the comment 'Good,' which sparked calls from parents and students for his removal.

School officials said Nove remains at the school—despite the protest—and the district will work to keep the environment safe and respectful.

Officials issued a Level 2 GET SET evacuation notice for Hwy.

242, Yale Camp, White Branch Youth Camp, Alder Spring Campground, Scott Lake Campground, and private residences near the area due to the Foley Ridge Fire burning in Lane County—fire crews dropped 150,000 gallons of water on Tuesday and secured handlines while planning to extinguish hot spots on Wednesday as McKenzie Highway remains closed between mileposts 55 and 76.

Fire crews have increased containment of the Emigrant Fire to 38% as they complete fuel treatments and begin mop-up and patrol operations for the blaze burning 20 miles southeast of Oakridge — minimal growth has occurred within control lines despite recent warmer temperatures.

Weather is expected to cool with a chance of rain toward the weekend.

EWEB is replacing wooden poles with metal ones and burying nearly 1,000 feet of power lines underground near Frank Kinney Park in South Eugene to reduce storm and fire outages—this nearly $1 million project will be completed by the end of September—to strengthen local grid resilience.

Four West Coast governors issued new COVID-19 vaccine guidance recommending access for anyone older than 6 months—after concerns about CDC partisanship led to the formation of a health alliance.

In Oregon, officials may let pharmacies offer boosters without a prescription—if health reviews clear the change.

September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, and local advocate Ronda Hatefi is handing out crisis tool kits to help people facing mental health challenges—immediate help is available through 988 or by contacting gambling hotlines.

These tool kits support those in need as part of a broader local effort to offer vital resources.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Horsenecks: Folk and Bluegrass Concert

7-8:45 p.m. — Tsunami Books — $20 — Experience the harmonious blend of traditional and contemporary folk and bluegrass by The Horsenecks featuring renowned instrumentalists.

Sit'n'Stitch

6-8 p.m. — Shelton McMurphey Johnson House — Free entry — Enjoy a cozy evening of yarn, tea, and history with friends in a historic setting.

Mo Dotti West Coast Tour

7-11:30 p.m. — Sam Bond's Garage — No Refunds — Experience the vibrant sounds of Mo Dotti alongside Kallai and Pink Breath of Heaven.