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Bushnell University, a private Christian college near the University of Oregon, plans to buy two buildings that were part of PeaceHealth’s former University District hospital. The school says it will use the space to grow its nursing program and other health care education programs.
That haze over the Eugene-Springfield area? It’s from the 6,000-acre Emigrant Fire, burning in the Willamette National Forest about 20 miles southeast of Oakridge. However, meteorologists expect the metro area will escape without air quality reaching unhealthy levels, at least for the next couple of days.
Dozens of people showed up yesterday to weigh in on the transportation funding package proposed by Gov. Tina Kotek — which the legislature will take up Friday, when a special session starts.
Finally, Lookout Eugene-Springfield’s own Mike McInally, who has been covering the tension and disputes on the Lane Community College board, discussed the situation on KLCC’s “Oregon on the Record” program. Take a listen over at KLCC.
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DAILY DIGEST
Bushnell to buy two former PeaceHealth University District hospital buildings
By Grace Chinowsky
The private Christian university plans to use the space to expand health care education, including its programs in nursing and clinical mental health counseling.
Emigrant Fire brings haze to Eugene area, but air quality OK, for now
By Ashli Blow
The majority of smoke from the blaze near Diamond Peak has blown south, but researchers warn that wildfire smoke remains a growing health threat as Oregon faces longer, more intense fire seasons.
Ahead of special session, citizens testify on proposed tax, fee hikes
By Mia Maldonado / Oregon Capital Chronicle
Dozens of Oregonians spoke at a public hearing on the governor’s transportation funding proposal, some decrying increased gas taxes and registration fees, and others saying they were necessary.
Enjoy your evening,
Bob
