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Good morning! It’s Sept. 1 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Partly sunny and not as warm in South Eugene
Today will be not as warm but pleasant with periods of clouds and sun. There is a 25% chance of rain. The high will be 74 with a low of 56. Cloudy now, changing to intermittent clouds at 8 a.m.
Looking ahead: Expect rainy weather tomorrow morning through late Thursday night
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Things to do in South Eugene
Free Bloodwork with Blood Donation with Goodlabs and Bloodworks NW
Eugene residents who book a blood donation through Goodlabs can also receive a free, clinical-grade wellness panel.
At Bloodworks Eugene on September 1
Repeats 174 more times until February 22
Yoga in the Park – meditation & vinyasa
Enjoy a meditation and gentle yoga practice on the grass that is shaded by trees and surrounded by nature!
At Washington Park on September 1
New Work and Old Favorites, Photography by Rich Bergeman
New Work and Old Favorites, Photography by Rich Bergeman. The show runs from Aug. 29 through Oct. 28.
At O’Brien Imaging – photo gallery on September 1
Repeats 33 more times until October 28
Community crime report
- A person was arrested for criminal trespass near 1890 Oak St., Eugene, at 5 a.m. on Aug. 31.
- A blocked driveway was reported and resolved near 2930 Alder St., Eugene at 7 a.m. on Aug. 31.
Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region
- Long-term projects: Construction is happening near 18th and Hilyard Street this week. Lanes may be reduced to one, so expect some delays. Watch for signs and cones guiding traffic, bikes, and pedestrians.
- The parking lot at Willamette St. and W 52nd Ave is under construction this week. Heavy equipment will be moving in and out. Follow signs and cones, and be careful if you’re walking or biking nearby.
- From Monday through Friday, parking is closed on the west side of Portland Street between W 30th Avenue and W 29th Place, and in parts of the parking area north of W 29th Place to W 28th Avenue. The west sidewalk of Portland Street between W 30th Avenue and W 29th Place is also closed. Pedestrians should use the temporary ramp and sidewalk on the east side of Portland Street, and a temporary path on the north side of W 30th Avenue.
- On Saturday, paving was completed on the east half of McLean Blvd. Today and tomorrow, workers are adjusting manholes in the road. Detours are in place, rerouting traffic before Graham Dr to Lasater, Randy, 29th, then back to McKendrick St and McLean Blvd, and from Graham Dr to Chambers St via 28th St. Detours will be removed when work is done.
- Construction is happening this week on Vine Maple Street, Spring Boulevard, Pine Canyon Drive, Huckleberry Street, and South Ridge Drive, including sidewalks. Roads may be down to one lane or temporarily closed. Watch for signs, cones, and workers.
- Crews are finishing paving and other work this week on Hilyard Street from 40th to 34th Avenue, Friendly Street and the 18th Avenue area, 24th Avenue from Hilyard to Agate, and Alder Street from 30th to 32nd. Expect minor delays as they complete cleanup, striping, concrete repairs, and landscaping.
- At South Eugene High School this week, crews are working on a wastewater pipe. Some sidewalks, parking spots, and lawn areas on campus may be closed. Eastbound E 19th Avenue near Mill Street might be closed, with a detour via E 18th Avenue.
- Today from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., crack sealing is happening between 2843 Capital Drive and Spring Boulevard. Traffic will be managed by flaggers and signals. Expect about 5-minute delays.
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