Good morning, Eugene.

A new 'Watch for Wildlife' license plate is now available to help fund projects that reduce road collisions with wildlife & make roads safer for people.

Oregon drivers can order the plate through the DMV or the official website as seasonal migration peaks this fall.

The Lane Community College board voted 5-2 on Wednesday to delay the decision on a $16.5M budget cut until Jan.

7, giving staff more time to review a proposal presented only 48 hours before the meeting.

Officials at Oregon Parks and Recreation Department are proposing rule changes aimed at closing an $8M shortfall — measures include raising fees, restricting same-day cancellation refunds, and limiting special passes — with public input accepted until Jan.

15.

This week, McKenzie Willamette Medical Center in Springfield celebrated 70 years of care — it began in 1955 as a 35-bed hospital built by civic leaders and now employs over 900 people.

The unbeaten Oregon Ducks (9-0) hosted the Oregon State Beavers (5-3) in a rivalry women’s basketball game on Wednesday at Matthew Knight Arena in Eugene, with tip off at 6:00 p.m. The teams resumed their matchup after a season-long pause.

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.