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Eugene Smoke Alarms: How to Get Safety Help

Eugene Smoke Alarms: How to Get Safety Help

Published October 14, 2026 Eugene Springfield Fire provides extensive public education on smoke alarm types and placement to keep residents safe. While they offer safety guidance and code requirements, there is no explicitly listed program in current public records...
How to Schedule a Lane County Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off

How to Schedule a Lane County Household Hazardous Waste Drop-Off

Published October 10, 2026 Lane County residents can schedule free household hazardous waste drop-offs at the Glenwood Transfer Station in Eugene. Appointments are made via the Waste Wise Lane County app or by calling (541) 682-4120, with collections typically held on...
How to Get a Lane County Burn Permit for Fall Debris Burning

How to Get a Lane County Burn Permit for Fall Debris Burning

Published September 29, 2026 Outdoor burning in Lane County is regulated by the Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA). Residential debris burning typically occurs from October 1 to October 31, though rules vary strictly by location, with burning being entirely...
How to Schedule Bulky Waste Pickup in Eugene

How to Schedule Bulky Waste Pickup in Eugene

Published September 5, 2026 Residents in Eugene schedule bulky waste pickup by contacting one of the city’s licensed haulers, such as Sanipac or Royal Refuse. Alternatively, those with vehicles can self-haul waste to Lane County transfer stations, which have...
How to Start a Vegetable Garden in Willamette Valley Clay Soil

How to Start a Vegetable Garden in Willamette Valley Clay Soil

Lane County, Oregon Willamette Valley Clay Soil is a common challenge for gardeners from Eugene to Florence. If you have ever tried to dig a hole in the middle of a rainy November or found your garden beds turning into a sticky, impenetrable brick during a July...
How to Choose Native Plants for an Eugene Yard

How to Choose Native Plants for an Eugene Yard

Eugene, Oregon Eugene Native Plants are the most sustainable choice for homeowners looking to enhance their outdoor spaces while supporting the local ecosystem. In the southern Willamette Valley, we deal with a unique combination of heavy clay soils, wet winters, and...