Raging and Aging
Some things are better with age
The older folks get, the more they protest — at least that’s what we’ve seen under the Trump administration. And the older folks get, the more … Continue reading
News
Conundrum on Coburg
Takers scarce for hard-to-develop vacant lot near Beltline
When Eugene’s economy was sputtering to life in the late 1980s, entrepreneur Carolyn Chambers took a gamble and built a three-story office building on land … Continue reading
Building a Way to Age in Place
New aluminum ramp program aims to help Lane County seniors stay in their homes
At any time, around 1.3 to 1.4 million people in the U.S. live in nursing homes or assisted living facilities — with roughly 35 percent … Continue reading
Activist Alert
Protests, activism and more around Lane County
“We are the women our parents warned us against, and we are proud.” — Gloria Steinem, feminist activist and writer • Check EugeneTogetherStrong.org for protest … Continue reading
EW Asks — Who’s Precious?
As we lose cultural icons, who in Lane County should we be celebrating?
Last week, after the world lost Dolly Parton, Tim Curry and Optimus Prime, we made the mistake of asking ourselves, “What other precious cultural icon … Continue reading
EW Extra
128 Nursing Homes, Zero 24/7 Nurses
Sen. Ron Wyden pushes for a bill that mandating 24/7 nurses in nursing homes
One of the legislative efforts that Sen. Ron Wyden has sponsored is the Nurses Belong in Nursing Homes Act, which would establish strict minimum staffing … Continue reading
The Olive Plaza Picnic
The affordable housing apartment building’s upcoming picnic celebrates its residents and seeks raffle donations
Across from the Eugene LTD Station, the Olive Plaza apartment complex stands out at 12 stories tall amongst neighboring buildings. Built in 1979, the property … Continue reading
Share Your Story
Explore stories about sexual and reproductive health care at Planned Parenthood’s Eugene Storywriting Workshop with Wordcrafters.
Local nonprofit literary arts organization Wordcrafters is working with Planned Parenthood Action Oregon and Planned Parenthood of Southwestern Oregon to host a two-hour interactive writing … Continue reading
EW Asks — Time Change!
Have big feelings about Daylight Saving Time? Express them here.
First, it is in fact Daylight Saving Time, not Savings. Second, we shift the clocks 2 am Nov. 1. Third, did you know the entire … Continue reading
Arts And Culture
The Game Show that will Make You Laugh
Get in the Game Show’s mission is to bring more laughter and joy in the world through a live-hosted show each Wednesday. Be prepared to laugh and cheer on your teammates at this show.
Let the games begin! Each Wednesday, groups of one to six can play in Centennial Steak House and Sports Bar’s live-hosted Get in the Game … Continue reading
A Century of Memories
103-year old Elizabeth Rice recalls true love, growing up in war and her love of art
At 103, Elizabeth Rice recalls her experiences with the Great Depression, World War II, the Vietnam War and more recent conflicts in the Middle East. … Continue reading
Making Room
Three friends separated by generations find a way to grow older together
On a quarter acre of land in Eugene’s Santa Clara neighborhood live three friends. Between them are decades of stories — of loss, health care, … Continue reading
Still Fighting Back
The Raging Grannies may be ‘of that certain age’ but it doesn’t stop them from protesting
As Penny Palmer, 85, stands in front of the downtown Eugene Federal Building each week with her friends, she sings her heart out to protest … Continue reading
Local & Vocal
About Grief
Reflections on grief, history, ICE and Iran
By Victoria Koch As an aging human, I have been trying daily to increase my gratitude and to look for miracle moments and joyous awakenings. … Continue reading
Threshold of Harm
When do we make the change?
The threshold of harm. Do you know what that is? I feel like it’s an arbitrary measurement, practiced deeply and subjectively. It depends on your … Continue reading
On Cruelty and Corruption
Every day Trump is in office undermines the beliefs that were a fundamental basis to the creation of our nation
Much disturbs me about the Trump administration, but as a minister, nothing more than the support from so many who espouse the Christian faith. Frank … Continue reading
The Next Chapter
A letter from the publisher about Eugene Weekly’s future
I’m excited to share news that’s been years in the making. After more than three decades of thoughtful stewardship by the families of Art and … Continue reading
Letters To The Editor
Safety, Politics, Water and More in Letters
Crosswalk Safety Idea We walk/bike daily in the Jefferson Westside community and downtown. We just submitted a report to the Eugene Police Department about a … Continue reading
So Many Issues … in Letters
Pet Issues Two subjects that you might consider for the next Pet Issue (EW 8/13). 1) Pet waste. I walk the trail along West and … Continue reading
Politics and Clap-Backs in Letters
Say What on Hoyle? I am a little astounded to learn that certain environmental groups are not supporting Rep. Val Hoyle for Congress because they … Continue reading
Don’t Strike Out in Letters
Keep Baseball We must keep the Eugene Emeralds in Eugene. Joe R. Blakely Eugene DeName Them Eugene has a park, school and street named after … Continue reading
Slant
Slant — Suggestions
• Your November election ballots (and EW’s endorsements issue) hit mailboxes and red boxes the week of Oct. 15. The Trump administration’s attacks on vote-by-mail … Continue reading
Slant — Pickles
• This week’s rain got us thinking about fall, which got us thinking about Daylight Saving Time (yes, saving not savings). Clocks change at 2 … Continue reading
Slant — Just stop
• Sept. 7 is Labor Day, which in Oregon is the harbinger of fall. This means that the midterm elections are drawing near. The election … Continue reading
Slant — Naked and slugly
• EW Asks! It’s Best of Eugene season! And the OG (30 years baby, it’s like we’re adults) Best of Eugene wants to know: What … Continue reading
Chow
Car Sales and Cocktails
Food review, bitches: The Paddock
After spending a week trying to sell my car online to people who channel exclusively through Wayne Brady’s Let’s Make a Deal, I decided I … Continue reading
Having a Souper Time
Where passion for cooking is as hot as the homemade pipin’ hot bowls of soup
Sometimes, people in Eugene live in the past. When talking about the food scene, it doesn’t take long for someone to mourn the departed, whether … Continue reading
More Than Breakfast
Only Yolking built a community one messy sandwich at a time
For years, they talked about opening a breakfast food truck. The couple spent weekends testing breakfast sandwiches in their kitchen, tossing around menu ideas and … Continue reading
Pie Ye, Pie Ye
Food review, bitches
By The Salty Chef, honest fucking reviews If desserts were people, pie would be the one who says, “I’m low maintenance,” then hijacks your entire … Continue reading
Music
Revisiting the Heights
Kenny Wayne Shepherd talks child stardom, the music industry and revisiting his first album 30 years later
Kenny Wayne Shepherd was among the ’90s blues revival, where a generation of rock guitarists came out of the woodwork to use the 12-bar traditions … Continue reading
Border Crossings
Celtic and Castilian folk group San Miguel Fraser performs in Eugene
San Miguel Fraser is a duo that bills itself as playing a blend of Celtic and Castilian folk music. But according to Galen Fraser, son … Continue reading
When You’re a Stranger
The musical speed dating event that has helped build Eugene’s music scene
Finding connection these days is rough. It’s messy, complicated and feels almost impossible. If you work up the nerve to approach someone (which takes forever … Continue reading
Strumming Stability
Guitar lessons build trust at Community Supported Shelters
Jordan Bunker gently holds the neck of an amber-colored guitar, strumming chords. He visits the circular shelter at Community Supported Shelters weekly, to sit with … Continue reading
Gallery
All Services Under One Roof
Community Supported Shelters opens a new centralized location in Eugene
Community Supported Shelters, which first opened its doors in Lane County in 2013, is opening a brand-new center consolidating services under one roof at 4:30 … Continue reading
Trombone Shorty & Orleans Avenue with St. Paul & The Broken Bones
Live at the Cuthbert August 20
All That Glitters Is Not Gold, It’s Slime
Mugzy W. Slugzy, named 2026 Eugene SLUG queen, brings a golden flare to the Slugdom
The Eugene Saturday Market Stage was oozing with anticipation August 15, with a crowd of nearly 150 gathered to see who the Society for the … Continue reading
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Date Night
Ideas for love, dates and everything in between
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Simple Tips to Boost Your Mental Health
Prioritizing your mental well-being is just as important as taking care of your physical health – and it might be easier than you think. Making … Continue reading
Gregory Erling Flato
Gregory Erling Flato was born on June 27, 1947, in Astoria, Oregon, the oldest child of Erling and Esther Flato (née Kallunki) and passed away … Continue reading