My Pitbull Ate Your Newspaper
Photo contests, vet bills and even a couple cats
As Weekly photographer Eve Weston was doing a photo shoot for this week’s cover, a man hollered from a truck driving by our bright red … Continue reading
News
Vet Bills!
There are reasons it costs money to get vet care
Our four-legged friends deserve all the love and support we can give them. But that can get tough when it requires a four-figure veterinary bill. … Continue reading
Activist Alert
Protests, activism and more around Lane County
“I don’t believe in guarded borders and I don’t believe in hate/ I don’t believe in generals or their stinking torture states/ And when I … Continue reading
Treasure Your Cats
Local rescue saves cats through thrifting
When asked, “Why own a cat?” Nicole West, co-director of Shelter Animal Resource Alliance (S.A.R.A.), says, “They enrich our lives and provide such wonderful companionship.” … Continue reading
Another Spendy House for the Coach
Dan Lanning doubles down on Gilham Road real estate
Oregon Ducks football coach Dan Lanning likes his new Gilham Road residential neighborhood in Eugene so much that he’s bought a second home there. Lanning … Continue reading
EW Extra
Billy Strings
Live at Matt Knight Arena August 23, 2025
Photos by Todd Cooper.
Dang, That’s Green!
University of Oregon Athletics debuts its official craft beer
University of Oregon Athletics has its own official craft beer: “Dang Green IPA” produced in partnership with Hop Valley Brewing. The brew launched August 21 … Continue reading
From ‘Shy’ to Hilarious
The Non-Stop Players hit all the right notes in the musical ‘Once Upon a Mattress’
Perfect casting all around produced fine-tuned dancing, exquisite singing and spot-on acting. It was enough to bring a smile to everyone’s face and forget for … Continue reading
He’s Bad, He’s Nationwide
A Q&A with Billy Gibbons of ZZ Top, who play August 17 at the Cuthbert Amphitheater.
ZZ Top, the classic Southern rock band with the best facial hair out there, is bringing their cheap sunglasses to the Cuthbert Amphitheater Sunday, August … Continue reading
Arts And Culture
Hand Shoes, Horse Grenades and Hilarity
Portland comic Kyle Adams performs with Eugene band Sex Pizza at “Eugene’s favorite late-night talk show — “or close enough”
Experience a live panel-style comedy show every Sunday with a YouTube simulcast of Hand Shoes & Horse Grenades at Luckey’s Club in downtown Eugene. Eugene-based … Continue reading
Your Best Pets!
All pets are the best, but here are this year’s photo contest winners
Cutest Pet Spirit (above) the husky is 10 years old and has lived with Rachel Saxton since he was five. “We just love him to … Continue reading
Out to Pasture
When your noble steed gallops over the rainbow bridge, what do you do with his 1,000-pound body?
It goes without saying that a pet is a family member, and when it comes time to say goodbye, the grief is the same. Horses … Continue reading
The Paws behind the Powerful
A bird’s eye view of Lane County’s mayors and their pets
Mayor of Eugene Kaarin Knudson says, “‘The fifth member of our family,’ is probably the best way to describe him.” Running a city is no … Continue reading
Local & Vocal
For Those Seeking the Rabbi’s Blessing
We need to be calling for an end to the killing in Gaza. Here’s how to do so without being antisemitic.
By Ruhi Sophia Motzkin Rubenstein Two weeks ago, a local pastor called to ask if I had concerns about his church hosting Palestinian speaker Sami … Continue reading
A Message from a Father
Make a change in how we treat people with mental illness into the future
By Mort Kahn I am the father of Daniel Kahn, who was shot and killed by the police on July 31 in Springfield. First, as … Continue reading
Grave Decisions
Planning for your final act — and what will happen to your estate
By Tami S.P. Beach Losing a loved one is an emotionally challenging experience, and when the situation is compounded by the absence of a will, … Continue reading
Becoming a Radical Elder
The older generation has your back
By Victoria Koch There is an old Buddhist story about an older man and his son walking along a receding river path where there are … Continue reading
Letters To The Editor
Older, Bolder and No Regrets in Letters to the Editor
From the Older and Bolder Crowd — Thank You I was waiting with anticipation for your publication to come out geared towards the senior generation, … Continue reading
From Injections of Christianity to the Flock’s Cameras in Letters to the Editor
It’s Insidious It is scary to me that anyone on the Lane County Commission board is injecting Christianity into county meetings (EW, 8/14). The boundaries … Continue reading
KWAX, Art and Protests in Letters to the Editor
In Defense of KWAX In response to the nasty letter Sally Nunn wrote (EW, 8/7) concerning KWAX and missing her amour, announcer Peter Van de … Continue reading
Arts to the Inevitable in Letters to the Editor
The Wrath of the UO Bob Keefer’s article (“Art of Politics,” EW 7/31) describes a University of Oregon administration that has lost its moral bearings. … Continue reading
Slant
Slant — Start the change
By EW editorial staff • It’s Eugene Weekly’s annual Pets Issue! And the pet photo contest — see the winners in this issue — is as much … Continue reading
Slant — stark naked
• In the spirit of the nude issue, here is some advice from an experienced nudist if you’re considering dipping your toes into the lifestyle. … Continue reading
Slant — Dog Days
• It’s almost time for Eugene Weekly’s annual Pets issue, which means it’s time for you to send in your pet photos! Take a photo … Continue reading
Slant — Squeaky wheels
• In case you missed the memo last week — Friday, August 8, is the annual SLUG queen pageant and coronation. If you haven’t been, the … Continue reading
Chow
Vibrant Thai Street Food Spices It Up
Innovating and authentic, paired with impeccable service, Kai Asian Street Food fills the city with its style
From the deep south of Hat Yai, Thailand, to Eugene’s Van Buren Street, the tree-shaded food cart immediately began growing in the community after opening … Continue reading
Eugene’s Newest ‘Little Home’
Domek is bringing Eastern European foods to Eugene, and it might be your next home away from home
The idea of Domek started with a walk through a freezer section in a chain grocery store that made chef Andrew Hroza a little homesick … Continue reading
The Gotcha Moment Hits the Mall
Gotcha Burger bounces back and expands to Valley River Center and Corvallis
After a February car crash left their Eugene food cart damaged and an employee hospitalized with burns, Gotcha Burger is not only back in business … Continue reading
It’s a Family Affair
JJ’s on Maxwell is a family-run cart bringing Midwestern staples to Eugene
For more than 30 years, JJ Schill has owned and operated Valley Restaurant Equipment, supporting eateries around the state. Outside of his store, he and … Continue reading
Music
A Wife’s Place is Behind a Mic
Eugene indie rock quartet ExWife plays Market Fest in Eugene
Eugene indie rock quartet ExWife will play their most high-profile local concert Saturday, August 23, at Market Fest, the Eugene Market District’s annual street fair … Continue reading
Musical Memories
Classical musician Amy Adams works a different musical genre
At least once a week, and usually more often than that, Eugene chorister Amy Adams sings for a special audience. Some listen from sofas. Others … Continue reading
Block Rockin’ Beats
The (Unofficial) return of the Whiteaker Block Party
Before the pandemic, the Whiteaker Block Party, a large street festival held the first Saturday in August, celebrated perhaps Eugene’s most “Eugene” of all neighborhoods, … Continue reading
Family Legacy
Nashville gospel, soul and R&B singer-songwriter Kyshona celebrates her family history at The Hybrid Gallery
A few years ago, Nashville gospel, soul and R&B musician Kyshona had a day off in D.C. while on tour, and stopped by the National … Continue reading
Gallery
Fire Near Oakridge and Old Hazeldell Quarry Site
The Aubrey Mountain fire broke out August 7, east of Oakridge and firefighters continue suppression efforts
Shortly before 4 pm Thursday, August 7, a vegetation fire was reported along Highway 58 near milepost 37, just east of the city of Oakridge … Continue reading
Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone Wins Kettle & Fire Women’s 400 Meter.
7,812 Fans Attend Day 3 of the USATF Outdoor Championships Under Hot Sun
Gold medalist and world record holder Sydney McLaughlin-Levrone won the Kettle & Fire Women’s 400 Meter with a time of 48.90 on Day 3 of … Continue reading
Anna Hall Clinches Women’s Heptathlon
Anna Hall Wins Women's Heptathlon On Day 2 of USATF Outdoor Championship at Hayward Field, winning five of seven events.
In front of 5,996 fans on Day 2 of the USATF Outdoor Championships at Hayward Field, Melissa Jefferson-Wooden ran the Women’s 100 Meters in 10.65, … Continue reading
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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