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Volume 7, Number 230, October 17, 2026
In this weekend’s Three Things column, I have segments on City Hall’s art, a moose encounter and flag football. A strike has led to limited hours at Philomath Community Library. I put together a News Tracker with updates on recent stories. The OSP Log includes a Highway 26 fatality that resulted in a manslaughter charge. Philomath Middle School’s Mike Panico has a letter to the editor. The Planning Commission will meet Monday with an agenda that includes the Newton Creek project in City Park. Plus items on LBCC’s economic impact and log brand renewals. — Brad Fuqua, Publisher/Editor.
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American Cetacean Society - Oregon Chapter: Whale Watch Naturalist Training Program
The American Cetacean Society - Oregon Chapter is proud to announce its Certified Whale Watch Naturalist Training Program, beginning this October in Newport. Designed to inspire conservation and deepen public knowledge of cetaceans and marine mammals off the Oregon Coast, this course prepares participants to represent the American Cetacean Society (ACS) at tabling events, schools, special events/programs and whale watching sites.Course Schedule & LocationTraining sessions will be held at the South Beach State Park meeting yurt, located at 5580 SW Coast Hwy, Newport, OR (parking for course participants will be free). The program consists of four full-day sessions from 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM, with a lunch break each day, on the following Saturdays:* October 17* October 31* November 7* November 14 or 21 (Final date to be confirmed based on park projects)Program HighlightsParticipants will receive a comprehensive educational experience, including:* Expert-led lectures from marine scientists and working naturalists.* Hands-on learning, field trips, mentoring and identification training.* A binder of materials for personal use and a reference book.* A Student ACS Membership, name tag and Certificate of Completion.Curriculum & RequirementsThe course covers a diverse range of topics, including cetaceans, natural history, pinnipeds, Oregon’s Marine Reserves, seabirds and marine mammal stranding response. No specialized background is required—only a passion for whales, dolphins and porpoises. Attendance at all sessions is mandatory and participants will complete homework assignments and a final quiz to earn certification.Registration DetailsThe cost for the entire program, including everything above, is $250.00. To register, interested individuals should email ACS Oregon Chapter President, Joy Primrose ([email protected]) and David Willem-Herrera ([email protected]). Please include your full name, address and phone number in the registration request.About the American Cetacean Society:The American Cetacean Society is recognized as the oldest whale conservation organization in the world, founded in 1967. The mission of this all-volunteer non-profit is to protect whales, dolphins, porpoises and their habitats through public education, awarding research grants and conservation actions. For more information, visit the national website at https://url.avanan.click/v2/r01/___www.acsonline.org___.YXAzOmVwdWVydG86YTpvOmYyNTgxMDE1YjFjNWJjOTk3N2ExMTdlYzU2MWRmZjYyOjc6YmQzNzozZWNhY2U1YjViZTRhNzhmNGFhYTFjMDkzM2UxOWU2NGMwNGU5ZWZlYzM4YmZlZjQwZDM2MDY2MDMxODZjMzlhOnQ6VDpG or follow the Oregon Chapter on social media:Facebook: American Cetacean Society – Oregon ChapterInstagram: @acsoregonTikTok: @acs.oregon.
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Dogs take over Florence, Oregon for a fun fall weekend
FLORENCE, Ore. - Florence is launching its first-ever Coastal Canine Classic, a three-day dog festival running Oct. 16-18 with agility courses, costume contests and movie screenings. The event welcomes all dogs, regardless of pedigree or training. According to the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce, the weekend promises "dog-gone fun" with...
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On the Fly: Bodhi Cafe nears opening, Fitti’s teases south Eugene restaurant
A new Haitian food cart in west Eugene promises silky, meaty stews, crackling pork over fried plantains and other beloved dishes from the Caribbean country. Le Gouté (760 Chambers St.) opens Oct. 20 and will operate from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m., Tuesday to Saturday. Owner Marco Laguerre, who...
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Eugene brewery wins big at 2026 Great American Beer Festival
EUGENE, Ore. - Alesong Brewing & Blending won a gold, silver and bronze medal at the 2026 Great American Beer Festival, marking 11 straight years the Eugene brewery has earned recognition at the country's largest professional beer competition. The brewery also placed in the top 18 out of 161 entries...
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From India to Your Kitchen
Vijay Sachdeva and her family moved to Oregon in 1992 from India. They left New Delhi, one of the most populated cities in the world, for the smaller, quieter city of Eugene. It was a move that Sachdeva says was based on wanting less traffic, better weather and smaller schools.
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Unemployment Numbers; Race for Governor Tight; Coastal Canine Classic
Oregon’s unemployment rate continues to hover around 5%, coming in at exactly 5% in September, compared with 4.2% nationally. The state rate has remained between 5% and 5.3% for the past 19 months. Oregon employers added 5,800 jobs in September, including 2,000 in construction and 1,700 in health care and social assistance. Despite the monthly gains, job growth over the past year remains nearly flat, with just 2,600 jobs added statewide. Health care and social assistance added more than 12,000 jobs during that period, while manufacturing lost 4,300 and government employment fell by 4,000.
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We’ve been waiting for-ages
Mushroom lovers, foragers, families and fungi enthusiasts are invited to Yachats for one of the community’s most anticipated weekends of the year. The 2026 Yachats Mushroom Festival returns this weekend for three days of mushroom walks, talks, hands-on workshops, identification, art, food, vendors and plenty of fungi-filled fun. This...
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ABR episode on Eugene eatery Lox, Stocks and Bagels drops this week
A Eugene bagel shop gets its big moment in the national spotlight Thursday. Lox, Stocks and Bagels will be featured on the latest segment of “America’s Best Restaurants,” a traveling roadshow profiling popular independent eateries. The bagel shop’s owner and CEO, Maxwell Davis, said they were nominated...
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New book ‘Seeking Kenny: A Wrestler’s Journey’ chronicles extraordinary life of Oregon wrestling champ
Kenny Cox lived a life of paradoxes. He strived for success as a wrestler through high school in Eugene and while attending the University of Oregon. Cox was recognized as the best high school wrestler in the nation in 1997. Off the mat, he pushed himself to live in a...
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Eugene police chief, city manager sing '80s tunes in carpool karaoke
Eugene Police Department Chief Chris Skinner and Eugene City Manager Jenny Haruyama recently tried their hands at carpool karaoke. The 8-minute video posted to social media platforms, including Facebook, on Sept. 24 shows Skinner picking up Haruyama and driving around downtown Eugene near City Hall. On the road, the two shared nostalgic memories about their youth and sang along to several hits from the 1980s. EPD spokesperson Chelsea Deffenbacher said via email the video was originally meant to give city staff a glimpse into Skinner and Haruyama's personalities, but the public post has allowed the broader community to see their non-professional sides, behind their rank and job title. "I also believe it’s important that we find joy in our work and having fun amidst a heavy job, which is good for overall professional balance," Skinner said. Carpool Karaoke began trending in the 2010s, when it became a recurring segment on "The Late Late Show with James Corden." The segment saw Cordon invite famous musicians to sing their favorite tunes with the talk show host. Although none of the police departments that EPD tagged in its Facebook post have posted their own rendition, Eugene isn't the first city to put its
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Why Locals OBSESS Over This Legendary Breakfast Place in Albany, OR
Open Mon–Fri, 8 AM–2 PM; Sat–Sun, 8 AM–3 PM. Albany, Oregon, has a breakfast spot where the room has real history, the plates are big, and the mimosas come in flights. 🥂. Brick & Mortar Cafe sits in the heart of historic downtown, opening its doors...