Good morning! It’s January 29 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Cloudy with a shower in spots in South Eugene

Today will be cloudy with a shower in spots. There is a 55% chance of rain. The high will be 56 with a low of 37. Cloudy now, changing to showers at 4 p.m.

Looking ahead: Expect rainy weather this evening through tomorrow afternoon


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Top news from nearby

The University of Oregon seeks city approval to build a 550-foot wall with football graphics and a 700-square-foot “O” sign outside its new indoor practice facility near Autzen Stadium.

How big is that O? UO football plan calls for eye-popping ‘O’ sign

How big is that O? UO football plan calls for eye-popping ‘O’ sign

By Elon Glucklich

Jan 29, 2026


Lookout Eugene-Springfield

What’s new around you

▼︎ police incidents   ▼︎ events

Map of A map showing the locations of informaton from today's newsletter

Read on to see the details about each item…


Things to do in South Eugene

Duck Talks
Duck Talks

🦆🎤 Duck Talks + Pizza & Pint Night! 🎤🦆 Join us for an evening of ideas, inspiration, and great local flavor as members of the University of Oregon tak…

At Drop Bear Brewery on January 29

Local Author Event Celebration
Local Author Event Celebration

Community event celebration for the book “Guidance from the Universe: Hopeful Messages for Everyday Challenges” with local author Jill Amy Sager. Ther…

At Tsunami Books on January 29

Urinetown the Musical
Urinetown the Musical

In the side-splitting satire “Urinetown”, all citizens must now pay a fee for “The Privilege to Pee” at facilities controlled by a selfish tycoon and …

At The Very Little Theatre on January 29
Repeats 3 more times until February 1

Cool Connections Winter Involvement Fair
Cool Connections Winter Involvement Fair

Chill at this campus event celebrating leadership and connection! Meet Student Government candidates, explore student organizations, and enjoy free fo…

At Lane Community College on January 29

Bongolatte
Bongolatte

🎶✨ LIVE MUSIC AT DROP BEAR BREWERY! ✨🎶 Join us for a smooth and soulful Friday night as Bongolatte brings their jazz fusion sounds to the stage! 📅 Fri…

At Drop Bear Brewery on January 30


Community crime report

  • A report was taken for unauthorized use of a vehicle near 2837 Willamette St., Eugene at 4 p.m. on January 28.
     

No traffic problems nearby

We checked with state and county agencies — the roads look good!