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Eugene family event calendar: July 15 – 21

MyEugene.org - Fri, 2011/07/15 - 1:22pm
There are plenty of fun, family-friendly events around Eugene coming up. Here is MyEugene’s family event calendar for July 15 – 21. Echo Hollow Pool’s Summer Block Party Friday, July 15 from 1:10 – 3:40 p.m. 1655 Echo Hollow Road Enjoy the sunshine with your neighbors at Echo Hollow Pool! Learn about and try the [...]

Lane County Closely Tracking SRS Discussion

Lane County News - Fri, 2011/07/15 - 12:28pm
Lane County leaders are closely tracking discussions surrounding the future of Secure Rural Schools reauthorization and the broader issue of forest management.

flyEUG: Announcing MyEugene’s “GoLocal Eugene” logo contest. Entries are due August 5, 2011. The winner will receive local... http://fb.me/ViqlrV49

Eugene Airport - Fri, 2011/07/15 - 8:50am
flyEUG: Announcing MyEugene’s “GoLocal Eugene” logo contest. Entries are due August 5, 2011. The winner will receive local... http://fb.me/ViqlrV49

Decades-long struggle over Willamette riverfront development may be over

MyEugene.org - Fri, 2011/07/15 - 7:40am
A community conflict lasting more than two decades over the development of a 4.2-acre parcel on the Willamette River in the University of Oregon’s (UO) Riverfront Research Park in Eugene may finally be over. Last week, Oregon Research Institute (ORI) developers agreed to build on an alternate site within the park, away from the river’s [...]

EugenePolice: Familiar with www.CrimeReports.com? Visit to find out about crime in your area, even sign up to receive email updates. #themoreyouknow.

Eugene Police Department - Thu, 2011/07/14 - 3:55pm
EugenePolice: Familiar with www.CrimeReports.com? Visit to find out about crime in your area, even sign up to receive email updates. #themoreyouknow.

Commissioner Bozievich Hosts More Community Conversations

Lane County News - Thu, 2011/07/14 - 3:07pm
Lane County Commissioner Jay Bozievich is again hosting Community Conversations to listen to concerns and answer questions from residents in West Lane.

flyEUG: The “flying people” at the Eugene Airport are going on Vacation, but will be back looking relaxed and well-rested.... http://fb.me/v0rRi7xf

Eugene Airport - Thu, 2011/07/14 - 1:23pm
flyEUG: The “flying people” at the Eugene Airport are going on Vacation, but will be back looking relaxed and well-rested.... http://fb.me/v0rRi7xf

'Knock and go around' burglaries spike in South Hills

KVAL.com - Thu, 2011/07/14 - 10:45am

Police have seen a pattern of "knock and go around" burglaries in the South Hills. Police data shows a surge in burglaries from 8 a.m. to noon on weekdays in the past two weeks. "The typical approach has been to knock on doors first, and if residents are home offer an excuse for their presence (selling something, looking for someone, looking for work, etc.). It's not unusual for burglars to be...

Grand opening celebration scheduled for Washington Park’s new Spray Play

MyEugene.org - Thu, 2011/07/14 - 10:35am
Featuring festivities, free BBQ and a fun rare visit from a dozen Slug Queens The newly constructed Spray Play at Washington Park, 2025 Washington Street, will open today starting at 4:30 p.m. with live music by Barn Music Group and then a dedication ceremony with Mayor Piercy at 5 p.m. The “inaugural splash,” scheduled for [...]

EugenePW: Pearl St: paving between E 4th Ave and E 5th Ave should finish late today. Heavy work continues between E 5th Ave and E 7th Ave.

Eugene Public Works - Thu, 2011/07/14 - 7:43am
EugenePW: Pearl St: paving between E 4th Ave and E 5th Ave should finish late today. Heavy work continues between E 5th Ave and E 7th Ave.

MyEugene hosts “GoLocal Eugene” logo contest; entries due August 5, 2011

MyEugene.org - Wed, 2011/07/13 - 12:14pm
Grand prize is an all-expenses-paid travel package for two, including entertainment! MyEugene is hosting a “GoLocal Eugene” logo contest that’s open to all residents over 18 years of age in Lane County. Entries are due August 5, 2011, before noon (PT). In addition to public recognition, the winner will receive local prizes and an all-expenses-paid [...]

EugenePolice: Stretching and warming up for our leg of the Special Olympics Torch Run! Stop by VRC at noon to cheer runners as they pass the torch to SWAT

Eugene Police Department - Wed, 2011/07/13 - 9:37am
EugenePolice: Stretching and warming up for our leg of the Special Olympics Torch Run! Stop by VRC at noon to cheer runners as they pass the torch to SWAT

Public open house explores Eugene’s 20-minute neighborhoods

MyEugene.org - Tue, 2011/07/12 - 10:24am
On July 12 from 4pm to 7pm, the City of Eugene and Lane Coalition for Healthy Active Youth (LCHAY) will co-host a free public open house about 20-minute neighborhoods in the lobby of the atrium building located at 99 W. 10th Avenue. Event organizers say it will be “a thought-provoking evening of discussion centered on [...]

Oregon Festival of American Music:Girl Crazy

Eugene City Events and Activities - Tue, 2011/07/12 - 9:46am
Girl Crazy is one of the great scores from the Golden Age of musical comedy. July 29 - Aug. 12, Silva Concert Hall

Support KVAL's Relay for Life team - by eating pizza!

KVAL.com - Tue, 2011/07/12 - 8:45am

You know you're hungry anyway! Why not head to Papa's Pizza on 1700 West 11th Ave. and support KVAL's Relay for Life team?On Wednesday, July 20th, Papa's will be donating 50% of the food proceeds when you bring in this flyer with your meal.KVAL has been a long time supporter for Relay for Life, which supports the American Cancer Society.For more information Eugene/Springfield Relay for Life

EugenePW: Closure of MLK Blvd at Leo Harris now scheduled to go into effect early Wednesday a.m. Detour should be easy. Check with LTD on bus changes.

Eugene Public Works - Tue, 2011/07/12 - 7:23am
EugenePW: Closure of MLK Blvd at Leo Harris now scheduled to go into effect early Wednesday a.m. Detour should be easy. Check with LTD on bus changes.

Eugene, Cascades & Coast Adventure Center hosts regular “Tuesday Tastings”

MyEugene.org - Mon, 2011/07/11 - 6:51pm
A free wine-tasting event will be held at the Eugene, Cascades & Coast Adventure Center in Springfield on Tuesday, July 12, from 4 and 6:30 p.m. Enjoy tastings from Brigadoon Wine Company of Junction City. The tasting event will provide a rare opportunity to meet the winemaker and sample varieties from this winery–one without a [...]

EugenePW: Work on Willamette St detouring vehicles to Hilyard St via E 33rd Ave. Take E Amazon Parkway (E 30th Ave) to avoid utilitiy work on Hilyard.

Eugene Public Works - Mon, 2011/07/11 - 2:09pm
EugenePW: Work on Willamette St detouring vehicles to Hilyard St via E 33rd Ave. Take E Amazon Parkway (E 30th Ave) to avoid utilitiy work on Hilyard.

EugenePW: Pearl St closed from E 4th Ave to E 6th Ave. Businesses and sidewalks open. Soon work will stretch all the way to E 8th Ave.

Eugene Public Works - Mon, 2011/07/11 - 2:05pm
EugenePW: Pearl St closed from E 4th Ave to E 6th Ave. Businesses and sidewalks open. Soon work will stretch all the way to E 8th Ave.

River Road Closure Information

Lane County News - Mon, 2011/07/11 - 9:47am
Closure will occur in Junction City at the Union Pacific Railroad Crossing.