METEOROLOGIST MARISA WOLOSZYN’S FORECAST DISCUSSION: Few showers will continue Saturday evening but wrap up around midnight. Clouds and fog will start Sunday morning, but burn off through the morning. Mostly sunny skies will close the weekend with high temps in the mid to upper 60s inland, upper 50s along the coast. High pressure will be … Continue reading »
Soldiers Get Hands-on Flight Training
CORVALLIS, Ore. — Soldiers in the Oregon National Guard took a flight they’ll never forget. Soldiers from B Company 2-162 flew in a CH-47 Heavy Lift Chinook Aircraft. For many of them, this was a first. “Looking forward to riding the chinook helicopter. I’ve never done it before so it’ll be a fun experience,” said Specialist … Continue reading »
Roller Derby Boosts Local Business
EUGENE, Ore. — Thousands of people are expected to come out for the Emerald City Roller Girls Big O Tournament this weekend at the Lane Events Center. It’s a sport you may not even think about, but roller derby is gaining popularity. And that demand means more dollars for Lane County. The sweat and determination … Continue reading »
Boy Scouts Rally to Oppose Proposal
EUGENE, Ore. — Active and former Boy Scout members and leaders are protesting in Eugene and across the country. Their message: keep gay people out of the Scouts. Next Thursday Boy Scout leaders will vote on whether or not the group will allow openly gay men to join the organization. On Friday a group rallied … Continue reading »
In the Garden: Hydrangeas
EUGENE, Ore. — Hydrangeas are a great plant to grow in the Willamette Valley, but did you know you can change their color? Caleb Johnson at Johnson Brothers Greenhouses explains how easy it is to do in the garden. If you’d like to learn more about hydrangeas, you can attend a free class at Johnson … Continue reading »
Interview: Big “O” Tournament
EUGENE, Ore. — Local roller derby is sport has evolved over the past few years. This year, the Emerald City Roller Girls are co-hosting the second annual Big O Tournament. It’s big. Teams are arriving from around the world to participate. Travel Lane County estimates it will generate an economic impact of at least $582,000. … Continue reading »
Summer Plant Sale Benefits Food Bank
EUGENE, Ore. — Mid-May in Oregon is a perfect time to plant your summer garden. This weekend you can pick up organic vegetables and flowers for a great price and help Food for Lane County. Saturday, the youth farm is hosting it’s third annual Summer Plant Sale. Ted Purdy, the Youth Farm Coordinator, talks about … Continue reading »
