Good morning! It’s April 6 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Partly sunny and very warm in North Eugene

Today will be partly sunny and very warm. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 80 with a low of 43. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is high (6/11). Allergy sufferers beware: there are very high amounts of tree pollen in the air. Partly cloudy now, changing to partly sunny at 7 a.m.

Looking ahead: Noticeably cooler tomorrow


Top news from nearby

UO running backs coach Ra’Shaad Samples, 31, uses tough coaching, inspired by his father’s belief that being “mean” is sometimes necessary to push players to their potential.

For UO running backs coach, being ‘mean’ comes with the territory

For UO running backs coach, being ‘mean’ comes with the territory

By Tyson Alger

Apr 6, 2026


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Things to do in North Eugene

Wheel Throwing Pottery: Beginners
Wheel Throwing Pottery: Beginners

Discover the joy of working with clay in this beginner-friendly wheel throwing class at Color Cocktail Factory Eugene. Whether you’re brand-new to pot…

At Color Cocktail Factory on April 7
Repeats 54 more times until May 31

Bingo
Bingo

Join the fun at Bingo Night! Mark your calendars for an evening of prizes, and good company. Whether you’re a bingo pro or a newcomer, everyone’s invi…

At Erb Memorial Union on April 6
Repeats 7 more times until June 1


Community crime report

  • There was an illegal shooting involving a weapon near Old Armitage Mp3 at 2 p.m. on April 4.
     
  • A hit and run was reported near 2750 Gateway St., Springfield at 5 p.m. on April 4.
     
  • A person was arrested for reckless burning near Club Rd and Coburg Rd in Eugene at 1 p.m. on April 4.
     
  • Unauthorized use of a vehicle was reported near 2915 Longfellow Pl, Eugene at 3 p.m. on April 4.
     
  • A person was arrested after a dispute near 2815 Chad Dr, Eugene at midnight on April 5.
     

Roadwork is affecting traffic near you

  • Long-term projects: Construction is happening on the southbound on-ramp to Delta Highway near Goodpasture Island Road and Delta Ponds Trails. Traffic impact is expected to be low.