Good morning! It’s April 8 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Partly sunny and warm in South Eugene
Today will be partly sunny and warm. There is a 6% chance of rain. The high will be 72 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. Mostly cloudy now, changing to partly sunny at 8 a.m.
Looking ahead: Expect showery weather Friday evening through Monday evening
Top news from nearby
The Hult Center’s first Art Belongs Day offered life skills students hands-on workshops in visual art, music, and dance, promoting accessibility and inclusivity in the arts.
Arts event opens up Hult Center for inclusive experience for life skill students
By Annie Aguiar
Apr 8, 2026
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What’s new around you
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Things to do in South Eugene

Open Mic
Step into the spotlight every Wednesday at Mulligans Pub for Open Mic Night. Whether you’re a seasoned performer or a first-timer, our stage welcomes …
At Mulligan’s Pub on April 8
Repeats 37 more times until December 30

Free Lunch on Wednesdays (FLOW)
Students, do you want a free, nutritious, and delicious lunch every Wednesday? FLOW happens weeks 2-10 each term. All food is either catered or prepar…
At Lane Community College on April 8
Repeats 8 more times until June 3

Jane King Visiting Artist
Event Title: Scot Thompson – Jane King Event State: Confirmed Organization: Media Arts Dept Organizer: ellisonb@lanecc.edu Categories: Current Student…
At Lane Community College on April 8
Repeats 9 more times until April 23

The Butterfly Sleuth
How do you find butterfly species in a place where they have never been found before? You certainly can just stumble onto a butterfly in a surprising …
At Hilyard Community Center on April 8
Community crime report
- A fraud was reported near 1907 Todd St., Eugene at 6 p.m. on April 7.
- A report of property damage was taken near 3162 Blacktail Dr, Eugene at 10 a.m. on April 7.
- A theft from a vehicle was reported near 354 E 30th Ave., Eugene at 9 a.m. on April 7.
Roadwork is affecting traffic near you
- Long-term projects: Paving work is happening on East 24th Avenue, Hilyard Street, and Alder Street with low impact on traffic. Construction at the intersection of W 30th Avenue and Portland Street is causing a moderate impact on traffic.
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