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Good evening, Eugene and Springfield,
- Change is hard. The quirky Eugene gas station SeQuential, known for a grass roof and kombucha on tap, is under new ownership. More traditional convenience store snacks are on the shelves. The gas pumps will soon be rebranded 76. And some of SeQuential’s faithful fans are not pleased. Grace Chinowsky has the story.
- Speaking of change, The Art House, an independent theater in Eugene, along with adjacent lots, has been sold to a Los Angeles company that plans to create apartments with studio space for art students. But the buyer says the two theaters in the historic Wilcox building will remain. Annie Aguiar has the details.
- The 10-day Oregon Festival of American Music kicks off tomorrow. The theme this year explores how jazz artists didn’t just cover many earlier American songs that had been written for orchestras or musical theater or movies — they reimagined them. Annie Aguiar previews the festival.
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DAILY DIGEST
New owner to rebrand SeQuential Biofuels station, switch to 76 gas
By Grace Chinowsky
The quirky Eugene gas station, under new ownership, has expanded its big-brand merchandise and will soon be supplied with fuel from giant 76. The news has ruffled feathers among regulars who appreciated the spot for its cafe and healthy snacks.
Jazz meets the Great American Songbook at The Shedd
By Annie Aguiar
This year’s Oregon Festival of American Music begins Aug. 6, with a focus on jazz reinterpretations of earlier American classics.
The Art House property sells to studio space company, but theater will stay
By Annie Aguiar
The property that houses the theater has been sold to a California company developing residences and studio space for student artists.
Have a good evening,
Bob
