Good morning, Eugene.

Due to colder overnight temperatures, the Egan warming centers open today (to help residents stay warm) and will remain on standby through Sunday.

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.

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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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.