EUGENE, Ore. — Last year Lane County was faced with 20 percent cuts across the board. This year the numbers haven’t really moved, which Lane County commissioners say isn’t great news. “The level of service we’re providing the citizens under this level of funding is not really adequate,” said Jay Bozievich, Lane County Commissioner. The … Continue reading »
Open Burning Season Ends Saturday
LANE COUNTY, Ore. — Open burning season will draw to a close on Saturday, June 15, meaning residents will have to find other ways to dispose of their wood and yard debris. Sally Markos with the Lane Regional Air Protection Agency said that this spring has been one of the driest on record, despite the … Continue reading »
Mental Health Resources Available
EUGENE, Ore. — In light of recent events, like the tragedy in Newtown, mental health is becoming an important issue across the country. Lane County Public Health wants to make sure people know about mental health resources that are available. Overall, 33 percent of Oregon adults report poor mental health. In Lane County in 2005 … Continue reading »
Lane County Holds Special Budget Meeting
EUGENE, Ore. – Lane County legislators will hold a special town meeting Monday night regarding Oregon’s budget problems. Oregon Reps. Peter Buckley, Phil Barnhart, Paul Holvey, John Lively and Nancy Nathanson will be in attendance along with state Sens. Lee Beyer and Chris Edwards. They legislators plan to discuss thoughts and ideas on Oregon’s budget, … Continue reading »
LULAC Talks Immigration Reform
EUGENE, Ore. — Lane County leaders met with local Latin American citizens Saturday morning to discuss immigration reform. The town hall meeting with League of United Latin American Citizens was held at the Oregon Research Institute. State representative Val Hoyle as well as Eugene City Councilor Greg Evans were among the speakers. Evans says it’s important to … Continue reading »
Interview: Sheriff Turner on KEZI 9 News
EUGENE, Ore. — After a long streak of defeats, Lane County residents passed a public safety levy. KEZI 9 News Anchor Sean Cuellar sat down with Lane County Sheriff Tom Turner to discuss how the levy will help out public safety and services in the community.
State of Mental Health in Lane County
EUGENE, Ore. — The tragedy in Newtown, Connecticut spurred a nationwide debate surrounding gun control in our nation. The tragedy also highlighted the state of mental health in our country. It forced states to look at their services. Lane County is leading the way when it comes to providing health care. Like many counties across … Continue reading »
Two Rescued on Willamette River
EUGENE, Ore. — The Lane County Sheriff’s Office responded to a water rescue Saturday afternoon. Around 2 p.m. deputies rescued two people from the Willamette River. The pair said their kayak got snagged downstream from where the Willamette and McKenzie rivers converge. Lane County deputies happened to be in the area at the time and rescued the … Continue reading »
Eugene City Council Makes Homeless Plan
EUGENE, Ore. — The conversation has been going on for years–what can be done for Eugene’s homeless, particularly those who camp in local parks? The city council took big steps toward a solution Wednesday. Councilor Alan Zelenka proposed a motion that would create a 120-day pilot program. It would allow dusk to dawn camping at … Continue reading »
County Releases Homeless Numbers
EUGENE, Ore. — Fewer people are living on Lane County’s streets, but demand for homeless services is still great. Organizers of February’s one-night homeless count revealed their tally Tuesday. The homeless population decreased by about 400 people from 2011 to 2012, but shelters say they’re still slammed with requests. “The economy is definitely affecting people. … Continue reading »
