EUGENE, Ore. — If you’ve ever wondered what to do with that old luggage in the attic, here’s an option: Donate it to AAA in Eugene. The group cleans everything up and passes it along to local foster care and women’s programs. “Sometimes you don’t know the impact that it might be making, but from … Continue reading »
NextStep is Taking Unneeded Electronics
EUGENE, Ore. — Have you considered reducing, reusing and recycling your electronics? A group called NextStep Recycling wants people to donate their used and unneeded gadgets rather than stashing them away. It takes everything that runs on batteries or plugs, including TVs, radios, stereos and VHS/DVD players. NextStep says what you may consider trash another … Continue reading »
Second Round of Leaf Collection Begins
EUGENE, Ore– It’s time to grab the rake and gather the lawn leafs, as the second and final round of leaf collection has begun in Eugene. During the first round, Public Works crews collected more than 9,700 cubic yards of leaves. Resident’s are reminded not to place leaves in bike lanes, ditches, or landscaped areas. … Continue reading »
Broken Christmas Lights Can Be Recycled
EUGENE, Ore. — Did your Christmas lights take a beating this holiday season? NextStep Recycling is collecting broken lights to recycle. “People are collecting them in their homes and they really don’t know what to do with them, and it’s been a need. And the manufacturers have a process now the processors do for handling this … Continue reading »
Heating Your Home Efficiently
EUGENE, Ore. — When there’s a chill in the air, like there has been the past few days, it’s always nice to come home to a warm house and turn on the TV and Christmas tree. But all that doesn’t have to send your power usage through the roof. There are a few tips to … Continue reading »
NextStep Hosts Technology Giveaway
EUGENE, Ore. — A local nonprofit wants to help other nonprofits access technology, so the NextStep is hosting a giveaway. Here’s how it works. You need to vote for the nonprofit group of your choice, but by voting, you also enter to win yourself. “This is really a way to increase donations and givings for … Continue reading »
Get Crafty with Holiday Gifts
EUGENE, Ore. — A lot of us are in a tight spot when it comes to spending this holiday season, so why not make gifts instead of just buying them? Staffers at the Materials Exchange Center for Community Arts (M.E.C.C.A.) suggest having a craft party to create things like bottle cap earrings, bulletin boards out … Continue reading »
Store Offers Living Christmas Trees
EUGENE, Ore. — How about making your Christmas tree a little greener? At Gray’s Garden Center, you can buy a living tree. The staff there will send you home with instructions or you can get a tutorial. Gray’s will even deliver the live Christmas tree to your home. But there’s another reason this is a good … Continue reading »
Learn to Make Your Holiday Waste-Free
EUGENE, Ore. — If Black Friday shopping isn’t your thing, creating things might be. The Materials Exchange Center for Community Arts will be hosting a Creation Day on Friday. The event is part of Lane County’s Waste Free Holiday campaign. “By reusing the materials that we have here we help give them new life and … Continue reading »
Getting Your Home Ready for Winter
EUGENE, Ore. — It’s starting to get downright cold overnight, and you’re probably starting to notice drafts around your house. Jerry’s Home Improvement in Eugene has some simple tips to winterize your home, making it more energy efficient. “If you have a properly sealed window or properly sealed door with weather stripping or caulking or … Continue reading »
