Good morning! It’s May 18 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Partly sunny and pleasant in North Eugene

Today will be pleasant with times of clouds and sun. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 73 with a low of 41. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (9/11). Mostly sunny now, changing to intermittent clouds at 8 a.m.

Looking ahead: Near record-breaking high temperatures Thursday


Top news from nearby

Grow Lane County’s $4.5 million initiative enhances local food distribution and anti-hunger programs, supporting Lane County farmers and residents facing food insecurity.

To fight hunger in Lane County, help the farmer

To fight hunger in Lane County, help the farmer

By Taylor Goebel

May 18, 2026


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What’s new around you

▼︎ police incidents   ▼︎ real estate   ▼︎ events

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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 May 19
Repeats 12 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 May 18
Repeats once more on June 1


Property development

  • A zoning application has been filed for zone verification at 1000 Valley River Way for a project named VALLEY RIVER INN. The application marks the initial step in the review process, and further details about the proposed project have not yet been released. Residents interested in the development at this location may wish to follow updates as the application moves through the city’s planning procedures. (view application)
     

Community crime report

  • A report was taken about a runaway juvenile near 2928 Country Ln, Eugene at 7 p.m. on May 17.
     
  • An assault was reported near 2655 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd. in Eugene at 7 p.m. on May 16.
     
  • A burglary was reported near the 3674 block of N Delta Hwy in Eugene at 6 p.m. on May 17.
     
  • Police received a report of unattended children near 3000 Gateway St., Springfield at 6 p.m. on May 16.
     
  • A person was arrested after a dispute near 2815 Chad Dr, Eugene on May 16 at 2 p.m.
     

No traffic problems nearby

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