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Eugene
Tuesday, November 25th, 2025
Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 25th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Giving Machines have returned to Valley River Center for a three-week holiday run and accept debit, credit, and mobile payments to support local nonprofits—like CASA—that help children in Lane, Benton, Linn, and Douglas counties, building on last year's $60K in donations and remaining available near Center Court until December 14. KVAL
- ➤ On Nov. 21, the City Club of Eugene held a program about the proposed Pacific Coast Intermodal Port project that would connect container ships at Coos Bay to a rail line reaching Eugene. Local leaders explained the project details during a live broadcast on Nov. 24 at 7:00 p.m.—efforts to complete funding continue as the project aims to open by 2030. KLCC
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Congress added a rule that reclassifies hemp products—any good with more than 0.4 mg THC per container will become illegal—and these changes will take effect on November 12 next year. Jacob Crabtree of Salida Labs in Eugene said industry leaders are watching proposals closely as they review new testing and licensing rules. KVAL
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gasoline prices in Eugene rose by 6.9 cents per gallon over the past week to average $3.51 from a survey of 78 stations; prices are 18.7 cents lower than last month but 23.1 cents higher than last year. Patrick De Haan of GasBuddy said further relief is expected soon—refinery maintenance will finish and oil prices have dropped below $60 per barrel, which may lead to lower gas prices in the coming weeks. KVAL
- ➤ Gasoline prices in Eugene rose by 6.9 cents per gallon to $3.51 as GasBuddy's survey of 78 stations showed prices ranging from $3.15 & $4.19, with current prices still 18.7 cents lower than a month ago but 23.1 cents higher than a year ago while the national average remained at $3.03. NBC 16
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A free pilot bus route launched Monday connects rural towns to key transit hubs in Eugene by linking stops like McMinnville, Amity, Rickreall, Monmouth, Adair Village, Corvallis, Monroe, and Junction City — funded by a state grant, it offers four weekday departures and free service for six months. Benton and Yamhill Counties will review ridership data to plan any changes when the grant expires. KLCC
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Turkey Trot
9:00 a.m. — Alton Baker Park — Registration fee required — Lace up for a charitable run/walk benefiting Food for Lane County with options of 5K or 10K courses.
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Eugene Weavers’ Guild 14th Annual Fiber Arts Celebration and Holiday Sale
10 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Eugene Textile Center — Various price ranges — Celebrate fiber arts with weaving demos, family activities, and a holiday sale featuring handcrafted items.
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Ballet Fantastique: Christmas in Toyland Featuring Duke Ellington's Nutcracker
2:30-4 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Family-friendly event — Experience a jazz-infused holiday escapade with enchanting visuals and a whimsical story.
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O Christmas Tea - A British Comedy
3:00 – 4:30 PM — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience a laugh-out-loud British comedy that blends propriety with unexpected humor.
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Eugene Symphony - Elf In Concert
2:00-3:30 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticketed event — Enjoy a festive live concert featuring the film 'Elf' with an orchestral score.
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Eugene Symphony: Handel's Messiah
7:30-9 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets available — Experience the majesty and emotion of Handel's Messiah with a rich orchestration that enhances this beloved holiday masterpiece.
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Maddy O'Neal Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. — WOW Hall — Ticket information not specified — Experience a vibrant journey of dirty funky bass music blended with soulful melodies and glitchy rhythms.
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25th Annual Authors and Artists Fair
10 AM – 5 PM — Lane Events Center — Free entry — Explore creativity while meeting local authors and artists and supporting library services.
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Hanukkah Wonderland Celebration
4-6 p.m. — Valley River Center — Free entry — Celebrate the joy of Hanukkah with music, crafts, and delicious treats in a festive atmosphere.
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Aerial Reimagining of The Nightmare Before Christmas
7-9 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets starting at $35 — Experience the magic of Halloween Town with aerial performances and enchanting storytelling.
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