Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of December.
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🏘️ Community
Lane County Youth Services invites all community members to a free holiday meal prepared by culinary students on December 18, featuring turkey, baked ham, and more, with no reservation required.
🚧 Accidents
A 19-year-old bicyclist was hospitalized with non-life threatening injuries after colliding with an SUV in Eugene, Oregon.
🚨 Crime
A Cottage Grove resident was deceived into sending $14,000 in Bitcoin to a scammer impersonating a sheriff's officer.
Eugene Police and SWAT served a search warrant for an apartment related to a November drive-by shooting investigation, with no reported injuries.
🎓 Education
High school and college freshmen participants compete in a three-day 'CodeORCreate' event in Oregon, developing projects like video games and apps to solve community issues, with winners receiving prizes.
🌲 Environment
A Life Flight pilot recounts encountering unusual aerial phenomena, including a mysterious orange orb, alongside his crew over Western Oregon on December 7, during a routine medical flight.
🏛️ Government
The Eugene Police Department has initiated a drone program, funded by the Community Safety Payroll tax, to quickly assess situations and improve response times to incidents, demonstrating efficiency in real-world applications.
📰 Lifestyle
The USPS recommends sending gifts by certain dates in December to ensure they arrive by Christmas.
Cabela's at Gateway is providing a festive experience with its annual Santa's Wonderland, offering families free photos with Santa until Christmas Eve.
🎉 Eugene Events
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Odie Leigh Live at WOW Hall
Odie Leigh, an emerging musician who gained recognition through TikTok, performs a live set showcasing her unique blend of acoustic and indie folk music.
Oliver! - A Musical Journey Through Victorian England
This award-winning musical adaptation of Charles Dickens' Oliver Twist follows the journey of young Oliver as he navigates the challenges of finding family amidst a world of thieves, featuring memorable songs.
Air Force Academy Falcons vs. Oregon Ducks Women's Basketball
The Air Force Academy Falcons compete against the Oregon Ducks in a women's basketball matchup at Matthew Knight Arena.
Snow Fever: A Festive Karaoke Experience
Snow Fever: A Karaoke Christmas promises an entertaining evening of live music and community fun at the Oregon Contemporary Theatre.
Candlelight Holiday Concert: Featuring 'The Nutcracker' and More
Experience the magic of live music in a stunning candlelit setting, featuring holiday classics including 'The Nutcracker' at First Christian Church.
Snow Fever: A Karaoke Christmas Concert
Snow Fever: A Karaoke Christmas is a lively musical event taking place at the Oregon Contemporary Theatre, featuring a karaoke experience filled with festive music.
Eugene Ballet: The Nutcracker Performance
Experience the timeless classic 'The Nutcracker' performed by the Eugene Ballet at the Silva Concert Hall.
Eugene Holiday Market 2024 - Kazue O Young
Kazue O Young will be showcasing her work at Booth #199 during the Eugene Holiday Market, which runs on select dates through December 24, 2024.
Prezident Brown Concert in Eugene
The Community Center for the Performing Arts presents a concert featuring Prezident Brown, a celebrated reggae artist known for his positive messaging and dynamic style, along with local acts I-Chele & Circl’d Light and Messenjah Selah.
Live Performance: Codefendants
Codefendants will perform live at WOW Hall in Eugene, promising an engaging night of music.
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