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Philomath City Council to meet Monday in closed session
The Philomath City Council plans to meet at 6 p.m. Monday in an executive session at Philomath City Hall. The meeting’s agenda shows that the council will consult with legal counsel on “current litigation or litigation likely to be filed.” The session is being held under a section of Oregon’s public meetings law that allows governing bodies to meet privately with their attorneys on legal matters.
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Eugene council changes how it recruits volunteers for city boards, commissions
The Eugene City Council narrowly approved changes Wednesday, Oct. 21, in how it fills city boards and commissions. The city has nine volunteer boards, committees and commissions that advise councilors and city staff on policy and certain operational issues. Under current rules, councilors choose members each year by voting for up to three applicants per open seat.
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Anaheim couple trafficked endangered wildlife parts, including bear gallbladders and lion teeth, feds say
A federal judge sentenced a married couple from Anaheim to three years' probation after they pleaded guilty to helping traffic wildlife parts such as black bear gallbladders, lion teeth and rhinoceros horns between Oregon and Vietnam. Linh Luu and her husband, Kevin Le, pleaded guilty Friday in federal court in...
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Downtown Eugene's Nov. 6 ArtWalk to feature Native American art, dance and stories
EUGENE, Ore. — Downtown Eugene will spotlight Native American art, storytelling and dance during the city’s First Friday ArtWalk on Nov. 6, 2026, an event organizers say is free and open to the public. The November 6 First Friday ArtWalk is presented by Lane Arts Council in collaboration...
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Eugene, Oregon Soon to Vote on Whether to Set Up a Climate Fund Paid for By Fees From Companies Like Amazon
Will a second US city tax billion-dollar firms to fund clean energy?. Eugene, Oregon, will soon vote on whether to set up a climate fund paid for by fees on companies like Amazon. Nearby Portland has already put the idea to the test. By Alison F. Takemura. Amy Winton doesn’t...
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EWEB, UO team up on Cascadia earthquake prep in Eugene
EUGENE, Ore. - EWEB and the University of Oregon's Earthquake Science Center are teaming up to teach residents how to prepare for a major Cascadia Subduction Zone earthquake. Experts are holding a series of presentations at the Eugene Family YMCA. They're explaining the science behind the subduction zone and recommending residents be prepared to live without essential services for up to two weeks. A major earthquake would disrupt critical utilities including electricity, drinking water and sewer services. Aaron Orlowski, EWEB spokesperson, stressed the urgency of preparation.
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‘OPB Politics Now’ Live from Corvallis: Oregon’s education system and the governor’s race
Education is top of mind for Oregon voters. What to do about the state’s struggling schools remains up for debate. On the latest episode of “OPB Politics Now,” we took the show on the road for another live taping, this time in Corvallis on the campus of Oregon State University.
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City adds two hybrid vehicles with state energy grant funds
The city of Philomath has two new vehicles in its fleet paid for with Oregon Department of Energy grant money that became available on short notice. The city bought a 2025 Ford Escape plug-in hybrid to replace its administrative vehicle and a 2026 Ford Maverick Hybrid compact pickup for the public works department. Both vehicles have arrived and are already in service.
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Clean Energy Fund backers allege opposition broke campaign finance rules
A complaint filed Tuesday, Oct. 20, with the Oregon Secretary of State’s office alleges that the political action committee opposing the Eugene Clean Energy Fund ballot measure failed to report $40,000 in contributions on time. The Eugene Clean Energy Fund, also known as Measure 20-388, would charge large retailers...
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Halloween Downtown returns to Eugene Oct. 24 with noon-4 p.m. celebration
EUGENE, Ore. — The City of Eugene’s largest Halloween celebration is returning this weekend for another year of frights and delights. Halloween Downtown, which drew more than 10,000 visitors in 2025, promises an afternoon of immersive experiences for all ages, the City said. The event, which is produced...