Good morning! It’s January 16 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…
Fog in the a.m.; mostly sunny in UO Campus Area
Today will be areas of morning fog will reduce visibility; otherwise, partly to mostly sunny. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 53 with a low of 27. Fog now, changing to sunny at 1 p.m.
Top news from nearby
Willamalane board moves forward with plan to ask voters for tax levy increase
By Lillian Schrock-Clevenger
Jan 16, 2026
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What’s new around you
▼︎ police incidents ▼︎ road incidents ▼︎ real estate ▼︎ events

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Things to do in UO Campus Area

Oasis Ensemble presents “Impressions”
A rich program celebrating musical Impressionism, including a World Premiere Join the Oasis Ensemble for an evening of vibrant soundscapes suffused wi…
At Central Presbyterian Church on January 16

Re-Envisioned Opening Night
Enjoy a reception celebrating our newest exhibit: ReEnvisioned: Contemporary Portraits of our Black Ancestors by Jeremy Okai Davis. Meet Oregon’s earl…
At Museum of Natural and Cultural History, Galleria on January 16
Property development
- A zoning application has been filed for 724 East 19th Avenue, proposing to divide the property into two separate lots for middle housing. This application marks the first step in a process that could lead to new housing options at this location, pending review and approval by city officials. (view application)
Community crime report
- A theft was reported near Walnut St. and Franklin Blvd. in Eugene on January 15 at 1 p.m.
- A report was taken about an unknown motor vehicle incident near E 24th Ave. and Hilyard St., Eugene at 4 a.m. on January 15.
Roadwork is affecting traffic near you
- Long-term projects: Columbia Street at East 17th Avenue is closed for construction work on stormwater, wastewater, and electrical utilities. Traffic is being detoured to Agate Street and Moss Street to reach East 19th Avenue. Pedestrians can use the north side of East 17th Avenue, but mid-block access on Columbia Street is closed on both sides. Cyclists should use Agate Street to the west and Moss Street to the east.
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