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Tuesday, December 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 23rd of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Window washers at Randall Children's Hospital bring Christmas joy to kids by displaying characters such as the Grinch, the Nutcracker, and elves on the hospital windows today. Families watched the festive scene with interest. NBC 16
- ➤ St. Vincent de Paul distributed 2,000 food boxes with turkey and ham over the weekend in Eugene. Volunteers from O'Hara Catholic School and Marist High School helped at the event while local Catholic parishes provided additional support for families in need. KEZI
- ➤ Local vendors invite holiday shoppers to explore Eugene Holiday Market today at Lane Events Center on W 13th Ave, open from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.; the market will also run Wednesday, Dec. 24, until 4:00 p.m. to serve last-minute buyers. KLCC
- ➤ City Club of Eugene held its annual Gifts to the City event where community members shared ideas on giving back to the city. The live stream aired yesterday at 7:00 p.m. on KLCC 89.7 FM and the video is available on the club’s Facebook page and YouTube channel. KLCC
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Eugene-based author and birder Noah Strycker will send subscription letters featuring watercolor travel notes from his global birding trips; his first letter arrives in January from a warm tropical spot as he plans to visit all seven continents in 2026. KLCC
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gasoline prices in Eugene have increased by 2.7 cents per gallon to an average of $3.23 over the past week, though they remain roughly 29 cents lower than last month. A GasBuddy survey of 78 stations shows a slight change amid lower national rates (with some local variation). KVAL
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Brandon Kamerman interviewed Madison Allen — from OnPoint — on Monday, Dec. 22 in this week's On the Money episode as they shared practical tips for preparing for the New Year. KVAL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ BLM officials have begun the annual winter shift at Hult Dam to manage rising rainfall and protect Springfield communities — a move aimed at reducing flooding risks as weather conditions intensify. KVAL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Greenhill Humane Society advises pet owners to secure holiday trees and remove toxic decorations during the festive season. The group recommends using safe ornaments to protect pets from spills, poisoning, and burns. KVAL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Ducks will face Texas Tech in the quarterfinal at the Orange Bowl on Jan. 1. After winning against James Madison, Oregon is rallying reinforcements to bolster its defense for a tougher test + fans remain eager for the upcoming clash. KLCC
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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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PVP 'I Was There' Film Workshop
5-7 p.m. — University of Oregon — Free entry — Discover the art of filmmaking in this collaborative workshop tailored for veterans and aspiring filmmakers.
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Michigan Wolverines at Oregon Ducks Men's Basketball
1-3 p.m. — Matthew Knight Arena — Tickets available — Witness #2 Michigan battle Oregon in a thrilling Big Ten matchup.
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