Good morning! It’s May 19 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Partly sunny and pleasant in Northwest Eugene
Today will be partly sunny and pleasant. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 74 with a low of 49. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (9/11). Allergy sufferers beware: there are high amounts of ragweed in the air. Mostly sunny now, changing to partly sunny at noon
Looking ahead: Near record-breaking high temperatures Thursday
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Election Day ballots can still be dropped off. Early results available after 8 p.m. See Lookout’s guide for ballot help.
It’s Election day: Still time to drop your ballot; early returns after 8 p.m.
By Ben Botkin
May 19, 2026
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Things to do in Northwest Eugene

Tuesday Nights w/ Rich Fisher
Settle in for smooth solos, heartfelt covers, and easygoing vibes all night long. Perfect for date night, catching up with friends, or just unwinding …
At Happy Hours on May 19
Repeats 2 more times until June 2

Open Mic
Calling all musicians, singers, and bands! Grab your instrument of choice, warm up those vocals, and take the stage for a night of live, original sou…
At Happy Hours on May 19
Repeats 18 more times until July 28
Community crime report
- There was an assault near Link Rd at 11 a.m. on May 18.
- Police assisted Public Works and made an arrest near the 100 block of Hwy 99n in Eugene at 9 a.m. on May 18.
- A theft was reported near 2110 W 2nd Ave., Eugene at 2 p.m. on May 18.
- A person was arrested after suspicious activity was reported near 55 River Ave. in Eugene. The incident happened at 9 p.m. on May 17.
- A threat and harassment incident happened near the 600 block of Lone Oak Ave. at 4 p.m. on May 18.
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Roadwork is affecting traffic near you
- Long-term projects: – Chambers Street has moderate traffic impacts today due to seismic bridge retrofit construction.
– Maxwell Road is closed eastbound at Prairie Road today for construction work. Crews are improving the intersection and building new sidewalks connecting the River Road and Bethel neighborhoods. The closure extends east on Maxwell Road up to the overpass bridge.
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