Good morning, Eugene.

Sadie is a 1.5-year-old pup looking for a new home at Greenhill Humane Society at 88530 Green Hill Road and is best suited for families with children aged 8 and up, with a meet-and-greet recommended for other pets.

She was featured Tuesday on KEZI 9 News — she is spayed, microchipped, and up to date on her vaccines while enjoying treats, attention, and big yards for play.

Gas prices have dropped nationally to under $3 per gallon but remain high in Oregon at $3.76 due to low crude oil costs and lower seasonal demand—AAA said the reopening of the Olympic Pipeline could help lower prices further as winter begins.

On Nov.15, the Wastewater Regulatory Services team partnered with BRING Recycling and Lane County Fleet Services to lead an auto care workshop for about 15 local youths aged 17 to 22 who learned to change oil safely and protect waterways from harmful chemicals—each participant received a certificate, educational materials, and an oil change kit for their own cars.

Volunteers and staff from the Oregon Hunters Association, ODFW, and the Oregon Department of Forestry removed invasive foxglove and thistle from the four-acre Walker Point meadow near Veneta to help native pollinator plants thrive—Randy Smith said the work supports a habitat benefiting a range of wildlife. The restoration follows last year’s native plantings and includes mowed areas to further reduce invasive competition.

A $3.4 million cut in state funding for homeless shelters in Lane County will force the closure of three shelters—reducing capacity by about 60 beds and eliminating 33 full-time positions.

County officials are seeking new locations for shelter users and planning service adjustments to better support residents in need.

Governor Tina Kotek held a press conference on Tuesday, December 2nd, with business and industry leaders to unveil her Prosperity Roadmap aimed at boosting Oregon’s economic growth—she noted the plan will include appointing a Chief Prosperity Officer before year-end and forming an Oregon Prosperity Council led by Curtis Robinhold and Renee James. The governor said a bill will be introduced next legislative session to fast-track projects and modernize economic tools.

Oregon’s COVID-19 vaccine rate is 21% lower than last year while flu immunizations have also declined, and state officials warn that lower vaccination rates may lead to more severe illness during the busy holiday travel season.

They advise residents to get vaccinated and talk with their health care providers—especially high-risk groups—to help prevent serious disease.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Eugene Ballet - The Nutcracker

2:00-3:30 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket pricing varies — Experience the magic and wonder of a classic Christmas ballet with enchanting performances and lively scenes.

Eugene Ballet - The Nutcracker

1-2:30 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts, Eugene, OR — Ticket prices vary — Experience the timeless holiday classic with enchanting ballet performances.

Nutcracker Short & Suite: A Sensory Friendly Experience

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Family-friendly cost — Experience the joy of a sensory-friendly Nutcracker performance designed for all ages and abilities.