Good morning! It’s August 7 — here’s what’s going on in your community today…

Hot with plenty of sunshine in West Eugene

Today will be hot with plenty of sunshine; caution advised if doing strenuous activities outside. There is a 1% chance of rain. The high will be 93 with a low of 53. Wear your sunblock — the UV Index is very high (8/11). Clear now, changing to mostly sunny at 11 a.m.

Looking ahead: The heat wave will continue through tomorrow


Top news from nearby


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What’s new around you

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Things to do in West Eugene

Churchill Area Neighbors: Summer Evening in the Park
Churchill Area Neighbors: Summer Evening in the Park

Free Family Fun!

At Churchill Sports Park on August 7

Sugar Pine
Sugar Pine

Join us in celebrate and saying goodbye to one of Eugene’s treasured gem ensembles, Sugar Pine, as their longtime fiddle and cello player, Gabe Schlif…

At Viking Brewing West on August 7


Community crime report

  • A missing person report was taken near 1754 W 27th Pl, Eugene at 9 p.m. on August 6.
     
  • A missing person report was taken near 1542 W 1st Ave., Eugene at 1 p.m. on August 6.
     
  • A hit-and-run was reported near 4656 Barger Dr, Eugene at 5 p.m. on August 6. This information was provided for reference only.
     
  • A drunk driver was arrested near Cross St. and Foch St. in Eugene at 1 a.m. on August 6.
     
  • A dispute was reported near Stewart Rd and S Bertelsen Rd in Eugene at 10 p.m. on August 6.
     

Roadwork is affecting traffic in the region

  • Long-term projects: Construction on Danebo Avenue between 11th and Royal Avenue for crack sealing took place from Thursday, July 30 to Thursday, August 6. Traffic signs were posted, and drivers experienced delays of 5 to 10 minutes.