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Thursday, December 26th, 2024
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Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 26th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Valley River Center in Eugene, Ore., saw a surge of last-minute holiday shoppers focused on creating cherished memories and upholding traditions, despite personal challenges some families are facing. NBC 16
- ➤ In Eugene, the crisis of homelessness intensifies, highlighted by a memorial service for 63 homeless individuals who died in Lane County in 2024, amid calls for more effective political action and public attention. Eugene Weekly
- ➤ Following Anita Johnson's passing, Eugene Weekly will transition to community ownership under Editor Camilla Mortensen, maintaining its commitment to local journalism without affecting readers. Eugene Weekly
- ➤ Central Lane Communications to host an open house on January 2, 2025, for potential 9-1-1 dispatchers and call takers. KVAL
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ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Royal Caribbean's former Springfield call center, the largest vacant office space in Lane County, remains empty five years after closure despite ongoing rent payments, with potential future plans hinted by the property's owner. Eugene Weekly
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Last-minute shoppers at Valley River Center on Christmas Eve focus on family, traditions, and the importance of gifting as a way to express love and keep traditions alive. KVAL
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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.
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Live Performance: Codefendants
Codefendants will perform live at WOW Hall in Eugene, promising an engaging night of music.
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My First: Teeny-Tiny Tumbling for Tots
An interactive event where toddlers and their caregivers engage in movement activities, enhancing basic motor skills through dance, music, and mobility circuits.
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Adult Country Two-Step Dance Class
Learn the smooth and fluid Country Two-Step dance style, suitable for both beginners and experienced dancers at the Bob Keefer Center.
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2025 Winter Predictor Race Event
The 2025 Winter Predictor is a series of running events including 15K, 10K, and 5K races tailored for different age groups at Alton Baker Park.
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Cooking Class: Beef Stroganoff with Chef Stanley
Learn to prepare a hearty and complex Beef Stroganoff, featuring sautéed beef in a sour cream sauce, under the guidance of Chef Stanley.
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The Lion Live Concert
Experience a soul-stirring live performance by The Lion at the Oregon Contemporary Theatre in Eugene, showcasing inspirational music and providing affordable ticket options.
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Forest Fairies Adventure for Kids
Children ages 5-11 can explore Alton Baker Park, discover winged creatures, and engage in fairy-themed crafts and a scavenger hunt.
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Futurebirds Live at WOW Hall
Futurebirds will perform live at WOW Hall in Eugene, providing a musical experience for attendees.
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Eugene Symphony: Tania Conducts Sibelius
The Eugene Symphony presents a concert featuring conductor Tania Miller, highlighting works by Sibelius, Tarrodi, and Beethoven at the Hult Center for the Performing Arts.
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