Good morning! It’s October 21 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Sun through high clouds in Central Eugene

Today will be sun through high clouds. The high will be 63 with a low of 41.

Looking ahead: Expect rainy weather Friday morning through Sunday afternoon


Top news from nearby

Five years after the Holiday Farm Fire, survivors seek accountability as a federal judge reviews lawsuits against BPA, EWEB, and Lane Electric Cooperative for allegedly causing the fire.

Holiday Farm Fire survivors blame BPA, EWEB; justice yet to come 

Holiday Farm Fire survivors blame BPA, EWEB; justice yet to come 

By Ashli Blow

Oct 21, 2025


What’s new around you

▼︎ police incidents   ▼︎ road 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

Brownies & Board Games
Brownies & Board Games

The North Bend Public Library is hosting a monthly get together for teens. Starting in April, Teens are invited to play their favorite games and snack…

At North Bend Public Library on October 21
Repeats 25 more times until April 14

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

Latest event details: https://5stmarket.eventcalendarapp.com/u/33070/354442?repeatId=42 — Tea Lovers Alert! Indulge in a tea tasting experience at …

At 5th Street Public Market on October 21
Repeats 40 more times until July 28

Two for Tuesday at J. Scott Cellars & Bistro
Two for Tuesday at J. Scott Cellars & Bistro

Latest event details: https://5stmarket.eventcalendarapp.com/u/33070/345372?repeatId=48 — Stop into J. Scott Cellars & Bistro to enjoy two-for-one …

At 5th Street Public Market on October 21
Repeats 24 more times until April 7


Community crime report

  • A report was taken about a disorderly person near the 200 block of W Broadway in Eugene at 11 p.m. on October 20.
     
  • A forgery was reported near 111 W 7th Ave., Eugene at 10 p.m. on October 20.
     
  • A report was taken about a disorderly person near the 200 block of W Broadway in Eugene at 9 p.m. on October 20.
     
  • A missing person was reported near 941 W 7th Ave., Eugene at 5 p.m. on October 20.
     
  • Police arrested an armed person. The incident happened near E 5th Ave. and Oak St. in Eugene. It took place at 2 p.m. on October 20.
     
  • A report was taken for graffiti near 1320 W 7th Ave., Eugene at 1 p.m. on October 20.
     
  • A theft from a vehicle was reported near 610 E 8th Ave., Eugene on October 20 at noon
     
  • A theft from a vehicle was reported near 475 E Broadway, Eugene at 11 a.m. on October 20.
     
  • A report of property damage was taken near 2050 E 15th Ave., Eugene at 11 a.m. on October 20.
     
  • A report of property damage was taken near 155 W 18th Ave., Eugene at 10 a.m. on October 20.
     
  • A report of property damage was taken near 1304 Hilyard St., Eugene at 9 a.m. on October 20.
     
  • A report of property damage was taken near 1080 Patterson St., Eugene at 9 a.m. on October 20.
     
  • A report of shoplifting was taken near 1675 W 18th Ave., Eugene at 9 a.m. on October 20.
     
  • An assault was reported near Defazio Bridge and North Bank Path in Eugene at 8 a.m. on October 20.
     
  • A report of property damage was taken near 1370 E 19th Ave., Eugene at 8 a.m. on October 20.
     
  • A car crash happened with no injuries near W Boundary Mp7 at 8 a.m. on October 20.
     
  • A report was taken for graffiti near 1320 W 7th Ave., Eugene at 8 a.m. on October 20.
     
  • A dispute was reported near 1260 W 2nd Ave., Eugene at 8 a.m. on October 20.
     
  • A suspicious person was reported near the 1400 block of River. The incident happened at midnight on October 20.
     
  • A report was taken about a suspicious situation near 236 E 13th Ave., Eugene at noon on October 18.
     

Roadwork is affecting traffic near you

  • Long-term projects: W 11th Avenue is being paved, which may cause moderate traffic delays. Chambers Street will have moderate traffic impacts due to seismic bridge retrofit construction. There will be low-impact sidewalk construction at 1208 West 6th Street.