Good morning! It’s July 17 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Sunny and not as hot in South Eugene
Today will be not as hot with plenty of sunshine. The high will be 88 with a low of 51. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (9/11). Mostly sunny now, changing to sunny at noon
Looking ahead: Expect showers late Sunday night
Top news from nearby
A hidden low-head dam on the Willamette River near Eugene endangers paddlers with strong currents and boat traps. No agency claims responsibility for its removal or maintenance, prompting calls for action.
‘People don’t understand’ dangers of underwater dam that’s intact but ignored
By Ashli Blow
Jul 17, 2025
What’s new around you
▼︎ police incidents ▼︎ real estate ▼︎ events

Read on to see the details about each item…
Things to do in South Eugene

Happy Hour
🍻 HAPPY HOUR ALERT! 🐻 Swing by Drop Bear Brewery for the happiest hours of the day — every day from open ’til 5PM! Whether you’re into crisp lagers, j…
At Drop Bear Brewery on July 17
Repeats 3 more times until July 20

Pizza and Pint
🍕+🍺 = ❤️ Pizza & Pint Night – Every Thursday at Drop Bear Brewery! Grab one of our signature 9-inch(ish) pizzas — hot, cheesy, and loaded with flavor …
At Drop Bear Brewery on July 17
Repeats 26 more times until January 15
Limited College Services Available
Summer: Limited College Services Available Contracted College Closure Dates (these are the 10 Fridays during the summer when the college is mostly clo…
At Lane Community College on July 18
Repeats 15 more times until September 5

Geoffrey Louis Koch @ Drop Bear Brewery
Geoffrey Louis Koch makes his debut at Drop Bear Brewery in Eugene on Friday, July 18 at 7PM. Geoffrey has toured the country off and on for 20 years …
At Drop Bear Brewery on July 18
Property development
- A zoning application has been filed for the proposed 30TH TOWNHOMES TWODORKS project, which aims to develop townhomes at 1207 E 30th Avenue and an adjacent parking lot. The application, submitted on July 11, seeks approval for adjustments to existing zoning regulations. It specifically requests modifications to access connection standards for lots with frontages on major collector or arterial streets, as per the local code. Additionally, the project addresses compliance for lots with frontages on streets of different classifications. Local residents are encouraged to review the application details and participate in any upcoming public discussions or hearings regarding this development. (view application)
Community crime report
- A person was arrested for being disorderly near 2502 Willamette St. in Eugene at 10 p.m. on July 16.
- A report was taken for a disorderly subject near 4395 Mill St. in Eugene at 4 p.m. on July 16.
- A report of criminal mischief was taken at 3 p.m. on July 16 near East 24th Avenue and University Street in Eugene.
- A report of criminal mischief was taken near 3867 Kevington Ave. in Eugene at 2 p.m. on July 16.
- A theft was reported at 10 a.m. on July 16 near 3130 Summit Sky Blvd. in Eugene.
- A report of criminal mischief was taken near 4001 Potter St. in Eugene at 7 a.m. on July 16.
No traffic problems nearby
We checked with state and county agencies — the roads look good!
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