Saturday, December 27th, 2025
Good morning, Eugene. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Due to colder overnight temperatures, the Egan warming centers open today (to help residents stay warm) and will remain on standby through Sunday. NBC 16
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Shoppers in Lane County rushed to complete holiday shopping at Valley River Center on Thursday before many had already purchased larger items — the mall reopened at 9:00 a.m. on Dec. 26. KVAL
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Hoodoo Ski Resort’s season opening was delayed due to scarce snow and lost bookings & layoffs, leaving about 200 employees on standby and local businesses impacted. General manager Matthew McFarland said warm temperatures prevented snowmaking and shortened the season. KVAL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Willamette Pass opened for the season today with only its bunny hill available because low snow delayed further runs and postponed Eugene bus trips offered by Berg's Ski Shop. KEZI
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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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An Evening with Douglas Tallamy
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Richard E. Wildish Community Theater — $15 — Discover how your yard can help save nature with insights from ecologist Doug Tallamy.
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Gary Gulman Stand-Up Comedy Show
7-11 p.m. — Hult Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience the wit and charm of Gary Gulman, whose comedy spans over 30 years and covers everything from wealth disparity to personal struggles.
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