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Eugene building that sparked data center concerns now for sale
The former semiconductor manufacturing facility that raised concerns about a possible data center in Eugene is for sale. The 1.19 million square foot building is listed for sale, along with four lots totalling 197 acres. The building is owned by Dayton, Ohio-based LED display manufacturer Stratacache, which bought it in...
willamettevalleymagazine.com
Come See Us at Bi-Mart – Employee Owned and Vested in Your Community!
Bi-Mart was founded in 1955 and is headquartered right here in Eugene! Bi-Mart is an employee-owned chain of retailers with over 80 stores in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho. Walk into a typical Bi-Mart store and you’ll find a little bit of everything. Their merchandise includes electronics, small appliances, housewares, hardware, and power tools, sporting and hunting supplies, apparel, canned and packaged food, personal care products, garden supplies, a drugstore, and many locations have a pharmacy. Some even have a great selection of farm animal supplies.
lookouteugene-springfield.com
After a two-decade run, Oakshire closing its brewery and taprooms
Oakshire Brewing, a homegrown Oregon company, is shutting down its brewery and taprooms, a closure that affects customers in Portland, Springfield and Eugene. “After 20 years, Oakshire is closing its brewery and taprooms,” the company said in a Facebook post. “This is painful news to share with the people who have made Oakshire a part of their lives.”
Lincoln County Leader -- The News Guard
Photos: Who We Are: Sunday Market, local tradition
They gather each Sunday morning from May 3 through October 11 and surround the Lincoln City Cultural Center. Eager vendors and community volunteers assembling the Lincoln City Sunday Market. Market spokesperson Melody Wilkins said the Sunday Market is a Lincoln City tradition. “There has been a market here since 2004, but during construction here at the Culture center, it moved away and kind of fizzled out,” she said. “When they finished up the improvements here, we had a group that got together, organized, and got the market back. This is our third year back.” Wilkins said the market provides an economic boost for local small businesses. “It is a venue for about 40 small businesses to meet their customers every week,” she said. “People find fresh produce, local art, and all kinds of wonderful things available directly to customers.” The market also offers live music and specialty foods. Wilkins said her favorite part of the market are the people. “The people are just wonderful,” she said. “I love our vendors. We have a great group. I’s just special place for the community to come to each week.” Vendor Argon Vancouver sells his hand-made wallets at the Market. “This is my
EurekAlert
On ancient Madagascar, large native herbivores paid the price as introduced livestock spread
CORVALLIS, Ore. – New analyses of ancient cattle, sheep and goat bones on Madagascar suggest the rapid spread of introduced livestock on the island 1,200 years ago coincided with forest loss and population declines of large native herbivores. Madagascar provides a unique window into extinct ecosystems and the roles...
KOIN 6 News
LIVE BLOG: Gusty winds bring downed trees, power lines Friday morning
A powerful storm brought gusty winds, fallen trees, and widespread power outages to Eastern Oregon and Southwest Washington on Friday morning, triggering a wind advisory for the northern Willamette Valley through the evening.
Valley Cleaners
Valley Cleaners: Built on Trust, Care, and a Commitment to the Community
Valley Cleaners: Built on Trust, Care, and a Commitment to the Community. What began as a solution to a common challenge among local short-term rental hosts has grown into a full-service cleaning company serving homes, businesses, and short-term rentals throughout the Willamette Valley.
The Register-Guard
At least one Eugene-Springfield Starbucks on company closure list
An this article was updated to correct an inaccuracy. Starbucks will close 250 coffeehouses this week, according to an announcement by Chief Operating Officer Mike Grams released Sept. 24. Grams said locations to be closed were identified as coffeehouses that wouldn’t be able to “consistently deliver the Starbucks experience” or were financially underperforming. Signs confirm at least one Eugene-Springfield area Starbucks is closing. The soon-to-be shuttered Starbucks represent about 1% of the chain’s more than 18,000 North American locations. Grams said Starbucks continues active development of new coffeehouses and remains committed to growth in North America as the company works to update 1,500 locations. “Closing any coffeehouse is a difficult decision and we know today’s news will be hard for the partners, customers and communities affected,” Grams said. “... We’re making this decision for a simple reason: we want every Starbucks coffeehouse to be a place customers love and partners are proud to work.” Affected employees are being offered transfer opportunities wherever possible and when transferring is not a viable option, those people are given severance support. The company did not announce what locations would close or specific closing dates for affected coffeehouses. The Seattle-based coffee giant made cuts in
Ashland Daily Tidings
Eugene Builder Admits Taking More Than $850,000 for Newport Townhouses That Were Never Built
EUGENE, Ore. — A Eugene builder, who defrauded owners of vacant lots in Newport of more than $850,000, is now facing 20 years in prison. David Paul Williams (46) appeared in the Portland U.S. District Court yesterday after pleading guilty to wire fraud. He will be sentenced on December 22, 2026.
KVAL
Semiconductor, nuclear industries poised for green boost thanks to breakthrough: OSU study
CORVALLIS, Ore. — Oregon State University scientists have patented a better and more eco-friendly process for separating two metals that are critical in their pure forms for the semiconductor and atomic energy industries, the university said. Researchers in the OSU College of Science used a water-based solution rather than...
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September Orchard Tasks – Hazelnuts
Hazelnut Harvest Preparation: Orchard Tasks to Complete This Fall. Hazelnut harvest is almost here, making this an important time for growers to prepare their orchards. From managing the orchard floor to scouting for diseases, several tasks can help protect nut quality and prepare trees for the next growing season. Erika...
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Eugene council hears testimony on proposed home energy score requirement
Eugene City Council heard testimony Sept. 21 on a proposed ordinance that would require homeowners to disclose a Home Energy Score when they list a dwelling for sale. The hearing drew testimony from homeowners, energy advocates and residents who spoke to what information a score could provide when buying and selling homes.
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Put on your fancy cloves
Sadly, there are some who think cilantro tastes like soap. And when it comes to food fights, beets are hard to beat. But garlic? The “stinking rose” is an almost sure bet for bringing together everyone at the table. The beloved bulb will be getting the star treatment...
The Register-Guard
PeaceHealth to lay off less than 250 IT workers in restructuring
PeaceHealth’s decision to outsource Information Technology jobs will impact less than 250 workers, representing less than 1.5% of the hospital system’s total workforce, according to an internal communication obtained by The Register-Guard. In July, PeaceHealth announced it would outsource IT roles to India-based Tech Mahindra and its U.S. healthcare subsidiary, HCI Group. In earlier communications with PeaceHealth staff, CEO and President Sarah Ness said the change would help modernize the system’s IT functions and better support patients and caregivers. The September email, sent by Senior Vice President and Chief Information Officer Julie Eastman, confirmed the rough number of roles affected. Employment changes are expected to take place by November and all affected workers have been notified. Some positions may continue supporting PeaceHealth by moving into similar roles at Tech Mahindra and the HCI Group. A Worker Adjustment and Retraining Notification (WARN) notice filed in Washington Sept. 17 said PeaceHealth’s Washington facilities will see a reduction of 150 jobs. The expected layoff date is Nov. 20. Two roles listed in the notice are located in Springfield. Restructuring across the PeaceHealth system has been ongoing. Eighteen leadership roles were cut in September 2025 and, in October of 2025, PeaceHealth laid off 2.5%
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This Eugene SCUBA shop has outfitted divers for 70 years
The waters of the Oregon Coast may look turbid as waves crash into the rocky coastline, but Michael Hollingshead and Ron Vearrier have had remarkable experiences with wildlife while diving, and they’re eager to prepare others for similar underwater encounters. Hollingshead and his wife, Diana, represent the second generation of owners at Eugene Skin Divers Supply. Established in 1956, Hollingshead said he grew up in the shop his father ran. Seventy years later, the shop is still serving divers. Hollingshead started diving with his dad in pools at age 4, before regulations became commonplace in the sport. By 6, he was open-water diving. Hollingshead took over the store at age 19 and has since outfitted, educated and supported countless divers. “This is where I grew up,” he said. “My entire life has been in and around the store.” Vearrier, manager and Professional Association of Diving Instructors course director at Eugene Skin Divers Supply, has been working at the shop for over 30 years. Since the store opened, about 38,000 dive certifications have been obtained through the shop’s educational services. Divers can take everything from a “Discover SCUBA” introductory course to mastery-level classes for professional and non-professional certifications. The shop has