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Eugene
Tuesday, October 21st, 2025
Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Eugene will host its signature Halloween Downtown event on Oct. 25 from noon to 4 p.m.—more than 30 spooky attractions, trick-or-treat stops at over 60 businesses, and a pet parade at 2 p.m. will offer fun and live entertainment throughout downtown. KVAL
- ➤ Coburg's Russ Pugh was crowned pumpkin king at a California weigh-off after his pumpkin Fordzilla weighed 2,204.5 lbs—earning him $15,000; he said his careful growing practices helped him win and he will return next season. NBC 16
- ➤ The Asian American Council of Oregon is hosting an AAPI public safety forum on Thursday, Oct 23 at 6:30 p.m. at the Korean Presbyterian Church in Eugene after a rise in burglaries targeting Asian American homes—local law enforcement and elected officials will share resources and next steps to protect residents. KVAL
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Avelo Airlines stopped its West Coast route from Eugene at 11 a.m. Monday, citing low demand and lower profitability — it is moving its planes to its East Coast network — and refuted claims that its ICE contract led to the shutdown. NBC 16
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Eugene are alarmed by a series of fires at vacant homes, including one near the University of Oregon where fire crews found signs of squatters and past fires—another incident on Grant Street left a property as a hazard and sparked calls for stronger action from officials. KEZI
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Eugene dropped 5.9 cents to an average of $3.79 per gallon over the past week — though prices remain 31.4 cents higher than a year ago, according to a survey of 78 stations by GasBuddy. KVAL
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Bethel School District and the Eugene Education Association are entering mediation after contract talks did not result in a new agreement. Union members will protest outside the board meeting on Oct 22 and the first mediation session is scheduled for Nov 12. KEZI
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Eugene expanded its park system by adding eight acres of riverfront property along the south bank of the Willamette River near Autzen Stadium and Downtown Riverfront Park through a land exchange finalized in December 2023. City staff and partners cleaned up the site, installed boundary markers, and opened the area for public use with riparian tree planting scheduled for winter—enhancing habitat and safe recreation. City of Eugene
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ New York City mayoral candidate Zohran Mamdani praised Eugene’s former CAHOOTS mobile crisis response—despite the program collapsing six months ago after layoffs, funding cuts, and labor disputes at White Bird Clinic. Former CAHOOTS workers formed Willamette Valley Crisis Care and are waiting for the city council to issue proposals for a new service while Lane County launched its own 24/7 crisis response funded by the CAHOOTS Act—highlighting ongoing changes in local emergency care. NBC 16
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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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Waylon Wyatt Concert
7-9:30 p.m. — WOW Hall — Ticket prices TBD — Experience the musical journey of Folk/Country artist Waylon Wyatt as he showcases his debut EP and is joined by special guests.
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Fill Your Pantry
10 a.m. - 4 p.m. — Farmers Market Pavilion and Plaza — Cost varies — Stock up on local produce, meats, and pantry staples directly from community farmers and food makers.
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