Eugene, OR – April 9, 2025 – Lace up your sneakers, set your pace, and make every mile matter—because this spring, your run could help change a child’s life. As part of the 2025 Eugene Marathon, local runners are stepping up to support children in foster care through...
Eugene, OR – April 8, 2025 – Spring in Lane County means sunshine (sometimes), longer days, and most exciting of all—the triumphant return of the Lane County Farmers Market in downtown Eugene. As the market reopens for the 2025 season, it once again offers a vibrant...
Early Life and Migration Eugene F. Skinner was born on September 13, 1809, in Essex, New York, moving to Green County, Wisconsin, at age 14, then settling in Hennepin, Illinois, where he served as county sheriff. He married Mary Cook on November 28, 1839, and in 1845,...
Monroe, OR – April 2025 – Tucked between the gently rolling hills of the Southern Willamette Valley lies an experience unlike any other—Goat Yoga at No Regrets Farm & Sanctuary. Located just a short drive from Eugene and Corvallis, this whimsical wellness practice...
Overview of Sand Master Park Sand Master Park is a 200-acre park in Florence, Oregon, known as the “Sandboarding Capital of the World.” It offers a thrilling experience with sandboarding on pristine dunes, suitable for beginners and advanced riders alike....
Eugene, OR – April 6, 2025 – As Earth Day approaches on April 22, local businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations throughout Lane County are preparing a wide range of events and eco-conscious campaigns aimed at promoting sustainability and environmental...
Eugene, OR – April 5, 2025 – With new international tariffs taking effect this week and escalating further on April 9, the Eugene wine industry is once again facing uncertainty—and local producers are preparing to adapt. At the forefront of this challenge is King...
Eugene, OR – April 2025 – Every child deserves a safe and loving home, yet too many in our community face the harsh realities of abuse, neglect, and uncertain futures. That’s why this April, in honor of National Child Abuse Prevention Month, a trusted local business...
Heart Gallery of America: Finding Forever Families for Children in Foster Care At age 12, Maria had spent over five years in foster care, watching younger kids get adopted while she continued to wait. Her greatest wish was simple: a forever family to call her own. For...
The Friends of the Eugene Public Library Annual Book Sale is back for 2025—and it’s bigger than ever. This beloved community tradition takes place Saturday and Sunday, April 12–13, at the Lane Events Center Performance Hall, offering thousands of gently used...
