Good morning! It’s July 14 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Hot with plenty of sunshine in Central Eugene

Today will be hot with plenty of sunshine; possible danger of dehydration and heatstroke while doing strenuous activities. There is a 3% chance of rain. The high will be 91 with a low of 51. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (9/11). Allergy sufferers beware: there are high amounts of ragweed in the air. Mostly sunny now, changing to sunny at 10 a.m.


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What’s new around you

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Things to do in Central Eugene

Tea Tasting Tuesdays at Swahili African Crafts
Tea Tasting Tuesdays at Swahili African Crafts

Tea Lovers Alert! Indulge in a tea tasting experience …

At 5th Street Public Market on July 14

Trivia
Trivia

Join us for an unforgettable evening of great wine and mind-bending trivia! Our Trivia Night combines the best of both worlds; sip on exquisite wines …

At Capitello Wines on July 14


Community crime report

  • Police arrested an armed person near 1191 W Broadway in Eugene around noon on July 13.
     
  • A car crash with injuries was reported near the 1400 block of West 6th Avenue in Eugene at 5 a.m. on July 11.
     
  • A hit-and-run was reported near W 5th Ave. and Lawrence St. in Eugene at noon on July 13.
     
  • A report of criminal trespass was taken near 58 W 11th Ave., Eugene at 7 p.m. on July 13.
     
  • A person was arrested for acting disorderly near 1542 W 1st Ave., Eugene at 10 a.m. on July 13.
     

Roadwork is affecting traffic near you

  • Long-term projects: – At W 5th Avenue and Adams Street, construction for Whiteaker Commons has closed parking on the west side of Adams Street between W 6th Avenue and W 5th Avenue, and on the east side from W 5th Alley north. W 5th Alley is closed between Monroe Street and Adams Street. Pedestrian access is closed on the east side of Adams Street at W 5th Alley and on the south side of W 5th Avenue from Adams Street to midblock toward Monroe Street. Pedestrians can use the west side of Adams Street from W 6th Avenue to W 5th Avenue, with detours across W 5th Avenue for eastbound foot traffic. The eastbound bike lane on W 5th Avenue is closed near the construction area. – Adams Street is partially closed from W 6th Avenue to W 5th Avenue, with parking closed on the west side and the east side closed from W 5th Alley northward. W 5th Alley is closed between Monroe Street and Adams Street. Pedestrian access is blocked on the east side of Adams Street at W 5th Alley and on the south side of W 5th Avenue from Adams Street to midblock toward Monroe Street. Pedestrians traveling west on the south side of W 5th Avenue should use the north side at Monroe Street due to sidewalk closures. The eastbound bike lane on W 5th Avenue near Adams Street is closed; bicyclists should detour north on Adams Street to W 4th Avenue, then east to Monroe Street, and south back to W 5th Avenue. – Near 18th and Hilyard Street, construction is happening during the week of July 13. Expect delays and possible lane reductions to a single lane. – Starting this week, construction will begin to enlarge the triangular island at Mill Street and Broadway near Whole Foods. The third lane on Broadway from 7th Avenue under the viaduct will be removed, so eastbound traffic will merge into a single lane. Expect moderate delays.