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Tuesday, December 16th, 2025
Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 16th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ City Club of Eugene aired a program Monday, Dec. 15 at 7:00 p.m. on KLCC 89.7 FM that featured community leaders discussing the future of the Lane County Fairgrounds & the ongoing master planning process for the historic site. KLCC
- ➤ On Monday, Dec. 15, members of the Jewish community gathered at the Valley River Center to light a Hanukkah candle after learning of the Bondi Beach terrorist attack. Eugene mayor Kaarin Knudson, faith leaders, and law enforcement (including K9 units) attended the celebration while urging safety measures for future events. KLCC
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Eastbound lanes on OR 58 are closed nine miles east of McCredie Springs at milepost 54 because recovery efforts continue, causing delays. NBC 16
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Hunter Communications, a Medford-based fiber optic provider that serves communities such as Eugene, was acquired by Oak Hill, a middle-market private equity firm, on Dec. 15. The CEO said the sale will not slow expansion plans or community initiatives (including discounted internet for educators and local programs). KLCC
- ➤ Some Eugene dispensaries are not thrilled as the DEA could soon reclassify cannabis from Schedule I to Schedule III, which may allow them to deduct operating expenses but also bring added federal oversight — they say full federal legalization would be more beneficial. NBC 16
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A University of Oregon biology professor (recently retired) devised a method counting baby crabs to predict Dungeness crab catch four years later; his forecast is 15,247,000 pounds even as marine heat waves can skew results, and the crab season opens today from Cape Falcon to the California border. KLCC
- ➤ Gas prices in Eugene dropped 24 cents per gallon over the past week to $3.20, and the cheapest station was $2.89 yesterday. Analyst Patrick De Haan expects the downward trend to continue as increased refinery output pushes prices lower later in 2025. NBC 16
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Parents and union members rallied Monday evening in Bethel School District to ask for fair teacher contracts as they pointed to growing class sizes and fewer support staff; they also raised concerns over the recent closure of Shasta Middle School (after Clear Lake Elementary closed last year). KVAL
- ➤ Monday, Dec. 15, Lane Community College evacuated its downtown campus after a possible gas leak scare; emergency crews later determined the alarm was due to a foul odor resembling rotten trash. KVAL
- ➤ Fourteen student teams gathered at Cal Young Middle School (Dec. 13) for the inaugural LEGO League Robotics Tournament, showcasing local talent in engineering, coding, and teamwork. Winners received LEGO trophies in a competition that celebrated innovation and creative problem-solving. KEZI
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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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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.
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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.
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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.
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Eugene Ballet Presents The Nutcracker
2:00-4:00 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Tickets starting at $30 — Experience the enchanting tale of Clara and the magical world of The Nutcracker infused with live orchestral music.
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Tigers of Youth: Duo Show
6-10 p.m. — Oakshire Public House — All ages welcome — Enjoy an engaging evening with songwriter Dave Wentz as he showcases his fresh music project.
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Michigan State Spartans at Oregon Ducks Women's Basketball
2-3:30 p.m. — Matthew Knight Arena — Cost info not available — #24 Michigan State aims to deliver Oregon's first home loss in this exciting Big Ten contest.
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Green Start Play Day: Puddle Power
10:00 – 11:30 a.m. — Nearby Nature — Members free, non-members $10/family — Explore the wonders of winter water with nature play, stories, and activities for children 5 and under.
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Caveman Dave: Live Music at PublicHouse
7-8:30 p.m. — PublicHouse — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of original and folk music with Caveman Dave and his unique cigar box guitars.
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