Eugene-Spokane Split Series The Eugene Emeralds closed the first half with a 9-5 win over Spokane Sunday at PK Park, earning a split of the six-game series. Lisbel Diaz hit 2 home runs and drove in 4 runs, while Zander Darby and Jakob Christian also went deep. Luis De La […]
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Oregon’s Drought; Florence Woman Dies in Crash; Rally Saturday
Oregon’s Drought Oregon’s drought is expected to continue through summer and into fall, with experts warning that above-average temperatures are increasing wildfire risk and straining water supplies. National Integrated Drought Information System coordinator Jason Gerlich says dry conditions and a severe snow drought are compounding the problem. Nineteen of Oregon’s […]
Ems Fall Behind; UO to Honor Individuals
Ems Fall Behind The Eugene Emeralds fell to Spokane 4-1 Thursday night, giving the Indians a one-game lead in the series. Jakob Christian drove in the Ems’ only run, while starter Jacob Bresnahan struck out a career-high 11 over 6 innings. Spokane scored 3 times in the eighth to secure […]
Crash Closes Eastbound 126; ODFW Summer Recreation; MPOX Vaccine Advised for Some
Crash Closes Eastbound 126 A head-on crash on Highway 126 near Tiernan shut down the eastbound lane for several hours Thursday afternoon. Witnesses told authorities a late-model SUV traveling westbound slowly crossed the centerline near milepost 7 and struck an RV heading east. The RV driver reportedly tried to avoid […]
Ems Even Series; Duck Softball Adds a Pitcher
Ems Even Series The Eugene Emeralds snapped Spokane’s 10-game winning streak with a 10-2 victory Wednesday night, evening the series and improving to 8-9 in the second half. Lisbel Diaz led the offense with a 2-run homer and 3 RBIs, his third straight game with a home run. Eugene built […]
Interim CMO Announced for PeaceHealth; Waste Disposal Rates to Increase; C.R.O.W. Looking for Sponsors
Interim CMO Announced for PeaceHealth PeaceHealth has named Dr. John Tynes as interim Chief Medical Officer for the Oregon Region, with his first day set for July 23. Tynes most recently served as Vice President and Chief Medical Officer at Saint Joseph Hospital in Denver and previously held CMO positions […]
Ems Drop First Game in Series; Duck Softball Coach Elevated
Ems Drop First Game in Series The Eugene Emeralds dropped the opener of their series with Spokane Tuesday night, falling 12-4 at PK Park. The game was tied through four innings before the Indians scored 9 unanswered runs on the way to their 10th straight win. Jhonny Level, Jancel Villarroel […]
Black and White Event; Gas Prices; Block Party; Tuition Relief for Homeless Students
Black and White Event The City of Florence has expanded this year’s Black and White Community Collection event, adding several new partners and collection opportunities. Along with free disposal of unwanted tires, refrigerant appliances and propane tanks, residents can also donate pet food and supplies for the Oregon Coast Humane […]





