Good morning! It’s July 20 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Mostly sunny and very warm in South Eugene
Today will be very warm with sunshine and a few clouds; dry thunderstorms can spark new wildfires. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 88 with a low of 61. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (9/11). Intermittent clouds now, changing to mostly sunny at 8 a.m.
Looking ahead: Near record-breaking high temperatures tomorrow
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Things to do in South Eugene

“Now and Then”, Photography by Walt and Sandi T. O’Brien
“Now and Then”, Photography by Walt and Sandi T. O’Brien. The show runs from July 3 through August 26. The reception will be August 1 from 1:00 to 5:00 …
At The O’Brien Photo Gallery on July 20
Repeats 9 more times until July 31

Mindfulness Meditation with Psychology Talk
Reduce stress, build community, and learn science-backed tools for improving wellness. We do various mindfulness practices, feature…
At Trauma Healing Project on July 21
Repeats 2 more times until August 18

Free 1:1 Breathing for Health coaching session
Want freedom from anxiety? FREE Breathing for Health 1:1 private sessions with Cathy Holt, holistic healing/conscious breathing coach.
At Trauma Healing Project on July 21
Repeats 2 more times until August 4

Yoga in the Park – meditation & vinyasa
Enjoy a meditation and gentle yoga practice on the grass that is shaded by trees and surrounded by nature!…
At Washington Park on July 21
Repeats 6 more times until September 1
Community crime report
- A report was taken about a suspicious situation near 130 Treehill Loop in Eugene at 6 p.m. on July 19.
- A missing person case was resolved near 2966 Riverview St., Eugene at 6 p.m. on July 19.
- A dispute was reported near 2345 Patterson St., Eugene at 8 a.m. on July 19.
- A report was taken about a gunshot wound near 1940 Kincaid St., Eugene at 9 p.m. on July 18.
Roadwork is affecting traffic near you
- Long-term projects: Here are the local traffic incident summaries in plain language: – Construction is happening near 18th and Hilyard Street this week. Expect some delays and possible lane reductions to a single lane. Watch for construction cones and signs. Pedestrians and bicyclists should follow detours and be careful.
- Construction near Willamette Street and 52nd Avenue will cause major delays this week. Heavy equipment will be entering and exiting the road. Access to the Ridgeline Trail and its parking lot near South Willamette Street may be closed as needed.
- From today through Friday, parking will be closed on the west side of Portland Street between W 30th Avenue and W 29th Place, and on the north side of Portland Street from W 29th Place to W 28th Avenue. The west-side sidewalk along Portland Street between W 30th Avenue and W 29th Place will also be closed. Pedestrians should use the temporary ramp and sidewalk on the east side of Portland Street.
- Starting this week, paving work will close McLean Blvd to through traffic from Graham Dr to the cul-de-sac between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Residents will still have access. Two detours will be in place: one rerouting traffic before Graham Dr via Lasater, Randy, and 29th streets, and another detouring Graham Dr to Chambers St via 28th St.
- Construction will take place this week on Vine Maple Street, Spring Boulevard, Pine Canyon Drive, Huckleberry Street, and South Ridge Drive, including nearby sidewalks. Roads may be narrowed to one lane or temporarily closed, causing minor delays.
- Paving work will happen this week on Hilyard Street between 40th and 34th Avenue, the Friendly Street and 18th Avenue area, 24th Avenue from Hilyard to Agate, and Alder Street from 30th to 32nd Avenue. The impact on traffic is expected to be low.
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