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

Cloudy with a shower in spots in Central 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 Central Eugene

The Muse Collective Cabaret: Belle Aire's High Roller Revue
The Muse Collective Cabaret: Belle Aire’s High Roller Revue

Everybody’s a winner at Belle Aire’s High Roller Revue, a Muse Collective burlesque and drag variety cabaret show themed around Vegas, casinos, glitz …

At The Sparrow & Serpent Pub on January 29

The Resale Show 2026: A Curated Collection of Secondary Market Works
The Resale Show 2026: A Curated Collection of Secondary Market Works

Exhibit Dates: January 21 – March 14 A curated exhibit of Secondary Market works from the homes of private collectors. Karin Clarke Gallery is please…

At Karin Clarke Gallery on January 29
Repeats 26 more times until March 14

From Black to White: An Exploration of Shades
From Black to White: An Exploration of Shades

According to photographer Elliott Erwitt, “Color is descriptive. Black and white is interpretive.” Color plays a significant role in how we see and pe…

At White Lotus Gallery on January 29
Repeats 32 more times until March 14

Parenting is NO Joke! A Comedy Benefit Night for WellMama
Parenting is NO Joke! A Comedy Benefit Night for WellMama

Parenting is NO Joke! is an upcoming comedy benefit night supporting WellMama’s work to care for parents and families in our community. This laughter-…

At 255 Madison on January 29


Community crime report

  • Police served a warrant and made an arrest near 4215 Franklin Blvd., Eugene at 9 p.m. on January 28.
     
  • An assault was reported near 599 E Broadway, Eugene at 10 a.m. on January 28.
     
  • A vehicle and a bicycle were involved in a crash. It happened near E 4th Ave. and Mill St. in Eugene at 2 p.m. on January 28. A report was taken.
     
  • A hit and run was reported near 3111 Franklin Blvd., Eug at 9 a.m. on January 28.
     
  • Police reported someone was found with illegal drugs near 4155 Franklin Blvd., Eugene at 7 a.m. on January 28.
     

No traffic problems nearby

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