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Good morning! It’s Aug. 26 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Sunshine and some clouds in South Eugene
Today will be sunshine and some clouds. There is a 2% chance of rain. The high will be 83 with a low of 57. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is high (6/11). Mostly clear now, changing to partly sunny at 8 a.m.
Looking ahead: Pleasant Saturday
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Things to do in South Eugene
Free Bloodwork with Blood Donation with Goodlabs and Bloodworks NW
Eugene residents who book a blood donation through Goodlabs can also receive a free, clinical-grade wellness panel.
At Bloodworks Eugene on August 26
Repeats 180 more times until February 22
Drop-in Fall Reg Fest!
Questions about applying to Lane, financial aid, registration and what courses to enroll in?
At Lane Community College on August 26
Repeats 2 more times until September 19
Trivia
🧠🎉 WEDNESDAY TRIVIA MADNESS AT DROP BEAR BREWERY! 🎉🧠 Think you’re smart? Prove it!
At Drop Bear Brewery on August 26
Repeats 14 more times until December 2
Property development
- On Aug. 25, the city formally approved with conditions a zoning application for a project at 2438 Potter Street. The approved project proposes to divide the property into separate lots, with one dwelling unit permitted on each lot. (view application)
Community crime report
- A burglary was reported near 1835 Pearl St., Eugene, at 2 p.m. on Aug. 25.
- A burglary was reported near 622 E 22nd Ave., Eugene, at 7 a.m. on Aug. 25.
- A theft arrest happened near 748 E 24th Ave. in Eugene at 8 a.m. on Aug. 25.
- A theft was reported near 1844 Patterson St., Eugene, at 8 a.m. on Aug. 25.
- A dispute was reported near 3408 Bentley Ave., Eugene, at 8 p.m. on Aug. 25.
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Roadwork is affecting traffic near you
- Long-term projects: Construction is happening near 18th and Hilyard Street this week. Expect delays and possible lane reductions to a single lane.
- Construction is taking place in the parking lot at Willamette Street and W 52nd Avenue this week. There will be heavy equipment moving in and out of the area.
- From Monday through Friday this week, parking will be closed on the west side of Portland Street between W 30th Avenue and W 29th Place, and parts of the parking area north of W 29th Place to W 28th Avenue. The west side sidewalk of 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.
- McLean Boulevard will be closed for paving this week. Road base work will be finished Tuesday and Wednesday, and paving is scheduled for Saturday. Two detours are in place: one reroutes traffic before Graham Drive via Lasater, Randy, and 29th streets back to McKendrick Street and McLean Boulevard; the other detours Graham Drive to Chambers Street via 28th Street.
- Construction work will take place on Vine Maple Street, Spring Boulevard, Pine Canyon Drive, Huckleberry Street, and South Ridge Drive, including nearby sidewalks, this week. Expect moderate delays as roads may be reduced to one lane or temporarily closed.
- During this week, crews will be working on paving and finishing touches in several areas: Hilyard Street from 40th to 34th Avenue, Friendly Street and the 18th area, 24th Avenue from Hilyard to Agate, and Alder Street from 30th to 32nd. Traffic will be directed by signs and cones.
- Construction at South Eugene High School this week will rehabilitate a 100-year-old wastewater pipe. Some sidewalks, parking spaces, and lawn areas on campus may be closed. Eastbound traffic on E 19th Avenue near Mill Street may be closed, with a detour available via E 18th Avenue.
Disclosure: Traffic incidents, property development updates and police incidents are partially generated by artificial intelligence. We are constantly working to improve the accuracy and quality of our AI-generated content. However, there may still be errors or inaccuracies. If you have any questions or concerns, please contact us.
