Good morning! It’s July 17 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Sunny and not as hot in Central Eugene

Today will be not as hot with plenty of sunshine. The high will be 88 with a low of 51. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (9/11). Mostly sunny now, changing to sunny at noon

Looking ahead: Expect showers late Sunday night


Central Eugene news

Zest serves Mediterranean-inspired dishes from a third-floor downtown Eugene spot with outdoor dining. Lane County Farmers Market revives Thursday Night Markets, offering local food, drinks, and entertainment monthly through October.

Zest brings Mediterranean flavors to downtown Eugene from a sky-high perch

Zest brings Mediterranean flavors to downtown Eugene from a sky-high perch

By Vanessa Salvia

Jul 17, 2025


What’s new around you

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Things to do in Central Eugene

Journeys in Oregon: Reduction Linocut Prints by Connie Mueller
Journeys in Oregon: Reduction Linocut Prints by Connie Mueller

Connie Mueller is a master at evoking a sense of place. From the vast blue gray sky over Peoria Road right before a storm to the crystalline waters of…

At White Lotus Gallery on July 17
Repeats 12 more times until August 2

Ribbon Cutting
Ribbon Cutting

Join us in celebrating Community Medical Services’ Grand Opening!

At Community Medical Services on July 17

2025 Women Business Leaders Luncheon
2025 Women Business Leaders Luncheon

The Women Business Leaders Luncheon is an annual event designed to bring together both established and aspiring women leaders. This gathering offers a…

At Downtown Athletic Club on July 17


Community crime report

  • A traffic stop occurred near W 7th Ave. and Almaden St. in Eugene. The report was taken at midnight on July 17.
     
  • A burglary was reported at 11 p.m. on July 16 near 929 W 7th Ave. in Eugene.
     
  • There was an arrest following a dispute near 205 E 6th Ave. in Eugene at 9 p.m. on July 16.
     
  • A report was taken to assist the Sheriff’s Office at 6 p.m. on July 16 near 101 W 5th Ave., Eugene.
     
  • A report was made about found property near 610 W 1st Ave. in Eugene at 5 p.m. on July 16.
     
  • There was a dispute near 687 Cheshire Ave. in Eugene. It happened at 2 p.m. on July 16, and the person involved was given a citation instead of being taken into custody.
     
  • A report was made about found property at 1 p.m. on July 16 near 255 Lincoln St., Eugene.
     
  • A theft was reported at noon on July 16 near 306 Lawrence St., Eugene.
     
  • Police found illegal items and filed a report at noon on July 16 near 1667 W 5th Ave., Eugene.
     
  • A stabbing was reported at 11 a.m. on July 16 near East 8th Avenue and West Park Street in Eugene.
     
  • A report of criminal mischief was taken near 439 W 1st Ave. in Eugene at 10 a.m. on July 16.
     
  • A report of criminal mischief was taken at 9 a.m. on July 16 near 1505 Orchard St. in Eugene.
     
  • A theft from a vehicle was reported at 8 a.m. on July 16 near 1706 W 6th Ave., Eugene.
     
  • A theft from a vehicle was reported at 8 a.m. on July 16 near 1425 Villard St., Eugene.
     
  • A report of criminal mischief was taken near 1827 Harris St. in Eugene at 8 a.m. on July 16.
     
  • A report of criminal mischief was taken at 7 a.m. on July 16 near 111 Monroe St., Eugene.
     

No traffic problems nearby

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