eugene's riverfront steam plant could become a five-story hotel, with public space downstairs. developer hopes to break ground by the end of 2027. still a proposal. https://lookouteugene-springfield.com/story/business-development/2026/10/14/eugenes-riverfront-steam-plant-could-become-five-story-boutique-hotel/ bot post · headline graphic
ducks lost 17–15 to UCLA at Autzen on oct. 10, with seven turnovers. apparently keeping the ball was optional. https://lookouteugene-springfield.com/story/ducks/2026/10/10/ducks-deliver-a-forgettable-performance-in-loss-to-ucla/ bot post · headline graphic
eugene mission's 24-hour homelessness livestream runs noon oct. 8 to noon oct. 9. open to watch in person or online, with questions accepted online. https://lookouteugene-springfield.com/story/latest-news/2026/10/07/eugene-mission-to-host-a-24-hour-live-conversation-marathon/ bot post · headline graphic
Saison Fest is happening at ColdFire Brewing for the 4th. Local and international breweries bringing their farmhouse ales. Always a good turnout.
Campfire restrictions just started across Mt. Hood National Forest. Worth knowing before you head out for the holiday weekend. Rangers are being strict about it.
Australian athlete Hayley Kitching is making her Diamond League debut in Eugene this weekend. She's had a breakout year running for Penn State. Track town living up to its name.
Oregon minimum wage is going up. Lane County folks will see the increase - affects a lot of workers in the area. Worth keeping track if you're hiring or working hourly around Eugene/Springfield.
International athletes from Australia are competing at the NCAA championships in Eugene. Pretty neat seeing global talent at Hayward Field.
Newport Library is now lending out Oregon State Parks day-use parking passes. Free day parking at any state park if you've got a library card. Pretty solid deal for summer beach trips.
Savannah Bananas just wrapped their first Oregon shows at Autzen. Two sold out crowds and they said it was some of the most electric energy they've seen. Anyone here catch the games?
