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Eugene
Friday, October 17th, 2025
Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 17th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ In Eugene, fall leaf collection will start in November and residents must drop off leaves at approved sites to avoid hazards—guidelines restrict placing them on streets, gutters, bike lanes, or near parked vehicles. Other regional communities have set dates for similar programs, with Corvallis starting on October 20th and Springfield beginning in early December. KLCC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Hybrid Gallery in Eugene hosts the Chain Reaction exhibit, where almost 100 art pieces are arranged in a chain that links one work to the next+local organizers Susan Detroy and Greta Olivas led a collaboration of 14 international artists from 2020 through 2023 to create the show. KLCC
- ➤ Afterworlds, a local live-action role-play group with a post-apocalyptic theme, has held events using foam swords and Nerf guns on Andrew Long’s property in Lane County. The group has paused its overnight activities while securing a camping permit—raising funds to resume play next year. KLCC
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Due to the federal shutdown, Oregon did not release its regular September jobs report, so state economists used second‐quarter unemployment insurance records to show the private sector lost 11,100 jobs while overall employment dropped by 3,800 and local government added 7,300 jobs—about 29,000 federal workers on unemployment insurance were counted mostly in rural counties, and the state will continue to publish available data on schedule. KLCC
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, McCornack Elementary held an earthquake drill where students took cover under desks and staff tested clear ways to update families. Principal Dana Burmmett said the exercise—an important test of the school's emergency plan—helped prepare the community for a real crisis. KEZI
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Lane County Parks and partners are conducting a prescribed burn today at the Howard Buford Recreation Area to preserve prairie and oak savanna habitats in the Willamette Valley. Some trails are closed on Oct. 16 and the Ridgeway Road east trailhead is closed until 10:00 a.m. on Oct. 18—officials are monitoring weather and air quality for safety. KEZI
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city of Eugene acquired an 8-acre property along the Willamette River near Riverfront Park in a land exchange with the University of Oregon — the deal traded 4 acres and included new parking improvements for the Science Center while crews cleaned the area and planned future restoration. KLCC
- ➤ Neighboring property owners have filed a lawsuit to block construction of PeaceHealth’s planned Timber Springs behavioral health hospital and a Lane County mental health crisis center, arguing that a fast-tracked state law was rushed and does not follow proper land use rules—claiming it violates the single-subject requirement. KLCC
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Woodfield Station Clinic in south Eugene will end walk-in and urgent care next Monday—PeaceHealth is shifting the provider to its University District facility—and plans to expand primary care resources there. KVAL
- ➤ The Oregon Health Authority said Trillium will take over care for 90,000 low-income patients in Lane County from PacificSource, which last month announced it would not renew its Medicaid contract—OHA is negotiating an extension with PacificSource until February so patients have a smooth transition. KLCC
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Gaelic Storm Live Concert
7-9 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices include all fees — Experience the energetic Celtic tunes of Gaelic Storm after two decades of captivating performances.
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Stereophonic
1 PM — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the most Tony Award-winning show of the year, exploring the pressures of a rock band on the brink of superstardom.
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The Legend of Sleepy Hollow
7-9 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — $15 – $120 — Experience a wickedly funny dance-theater twist on the classic ghost story this Halloween season.
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FunaCon 2025
11 a.m.-11 p.m. (Fri-Sat), 11 a.m.-5 p.m. (Sun) — Lane Events Center — Day Pass: $20, 3 Day Pass: $50 — A three-day extravaganza featuring epic gaming tournaments and contests with exciting prizes.
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Willamette Valley Handmade Market
10 AM – 4 PM — Lane Events Center — Free admission — Discover over 60 artisans and support local creativity at this vibrant market.
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Mt. Pisgah Arboretum Mushroom Festival
10 AM – 5 PM — Mount Pisgah Arboretum — Ticketed event — Explore a delightful festival featuring mushroom exhibits, educational talks, and local crafts.
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Jai Uttal's Kirtan at Tsunami Books
7:30-9 p.m. — Tsunami Books — Tickets $42 — Experience the healing power of sacred music and community in a unique kirtan session.
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Trunk or Treat 2025!
10 PM - 1 AM — Willamette Valley Harley-Davidson — Meals available for purchase — Enjoy a family-friendly Halloween night with trick-or-treating and festive fun.
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Eugene Symphony Gala
5-9:30 p.m. — Valley River Inn — Tickets and sponsorships available — Celebrate the power of music and support community outreach with a night of dinner and performances.
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Cozy Swap at MECCA
8 p.m. - 1 a.m. — 555 High St, Eugene, OR — Free entry — Trade cozy items, relax, and enjoy a warm community atmosphere.
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