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Eugene
Friday, November 7th, 2025
Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 7th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ KVAL News will host its annual food drive starting November 18 to help those in need—collecting donations for FOOD For Lane County, UCAN, ORCCA, and Linn Benton Food Share—at Bi-Mart locations at 1381 NW Garden Valley Blvd in Roseburg and 2131 Newmark in North Bend from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The drive continues on December 2 at Bi-Mart locations at 1680 W. 18th in Eugene and 2045 NW 9th St in Corvallis from 6:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. while asking for items like canned meats, pasta, and soups. KVAL
- ➤ Local community mourns the loss of Chuck Kesey, an 87-year-old who helped start Springfield Creamery and made the first yogurt with good bacteria in 1970. His work lives on through the family-run creamery and a scholarship to help future food makers — memorial service details will be shared later. KEZI
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Eugene Police Department said a Union Pacific Railroad train abruptly stopped on the track between Lincoln and Van Buren near West 3rd to avoid hitting a pedestrian pushing a wheelchair—repairs will take at least an hour and a half as the broken train blocks the route. KEZI
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A vacant home in West Eugene repeatedly caught fire and alarmed neighbors as crews once encountered human waste and needles during a blaze—Fire Chief Mike Caven warned the house poses safety risks. Property owner Jerry Nelson said he planned to sell the house while the city continues daily code enforcement and police have suspended the case due to insufficient evidence. NBC 16
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Eugene school board approved a resolution on Wednesday that lets Superintendent Miriam Mickelson draft a proposed 2026-27 budget to cut jobs and programs to cover an 11% shortfall from rising personnel costs and reduced pandemic funds; she will present her recommendations on job cuts within three months with changes effective in July. Mickelson had recently announced plans to merge four assistant superintendent roles into one—part of efforts to address declining enrollment and state funding tied to student counts. NBC 16
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Eugene said it has no timeline yet for a new alternative response program to fill crisis gaps left after CAHOOTS ended in April—city officials explained that a gap analysis recommends launching a peer navigator program. An RFP will be issued within 90 days to eligible providers—while Lane County continues handling severe crisis calls. KVAL
- ➤ Governor Tina Kotek directed the Oregon Department of Human Services to allocate $1M in emergency assistance for Oregon's nine federally recognized tribes to help fight food security challenges amid the federal shutdown — the grants will be sent to each tribal emergency manager and social services director by today to ensure rapid support and respect tribal self-governance. KEZI
- ➤ The FAA has ordered a 10% cut in flights at 40 major airports—while Eugene’s airport is not directly affected, flights from connecting cities like Portland and Seattle will face delays or cancellations as airlines adjust their schedules. KVAL
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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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Todd Snider Live Performance
7-9 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience Todd Snider, a master storyteller and songwriter, as he shares his inspiring music and tales.
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That 1 Guy Live Performance
8:00 – 9:30 PM — WOW Hall — Ticket prices vary — Experience a unique blend of music and magic with That 1 Guy's innovative performance.
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Library Philosophy Circle: Neighborhoods
6:00-7:30 p.m. — Eugene Public Library - Downtown — Free entry — Engage in a community conversation on the philosophical questions of belonging to a neighborhood.
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Avatar: The Last Airbender in Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets available — Experience a grand orchestral performance paired with a special screening of the beloved animated series.
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The Nutcracker Remixed
6:30-8 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets available — Experience a modern twist on the classic Nutcracker featuring a diverse array of musical styles and over 400 youth dancers.
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Amythyst Kiah Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticketed event — Experience the profound artistry of Amythyst Kiah as she showcases her new album with a unique blend of rootsy alt-rock and Americana.
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Robbie Fulks Live Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Tsunami Books — Tickets $26 — Catch Grammy-nominated Robbie Fulks performing his unique blend of alternative bluegrass and country.
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Oregon Ducks vs. USC Trojans Women's Volleyball Match
7:30-9 p.m. — Matthew Knight Arena — Stream available — Witness an exciting college volleyball showdown between the Ducks and the Trojans.
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