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Something for every sportsman at show
RgoutdoorsThe RegisterGuard
Feb 01The 39th edition of the Eugene Boat & Sportsmen’s Show this weekend promises to be wild enough for the avid outdoorsman but tame enough for families, according to event organizers. “This is really more of a glorious sportsman’s faire,” said Joe Pate, p... »
New countywide Sports Commission will launch on Monday
RgupdatesThe RegisterGuard
Jan 30When Travel Lane County kicks off its new sports commission Monday at Matthew Knight Arena, it’s hoping it will be the start of something big. “We’re so excited,” said Kari Westlund, CEO of the tourism agency. The new commission — Eugene, Cascades & Co... »
Springfield’s Crossfire Ministries expands into south Eugene
RgupdatesThe RegisterGuard
Jan 30If churches were automobiles, then Crossfire Ministries would certainly be a muscle car. The church is based in Springfield. Its leader, local televangelist Aaron Taylor, sports a shaved head and a goatee and has the physique of a former pro wrestler (... »
BUSINESS BEAT
RgbusinessThe RegisterGuard
Jan 29People The Environmental Law Alliance Worldwide, which is based in Eugene, has hired Heidi Weiskel as a staff scientist. She received an M.S. degree from Tufts University School of Veterinary Medicine, a B.A. from Harvard and is completing a Ph.D. in E... »
UO faculty moving to organize union
RgupdatesThe RegisterGuard
Jan 29An effort to unionize faculty at the University of Oregon is gaining speed as advocates begin fanning out to ask supporters to sign cards seeking state recognition for a new labor organization. The group United Academics of the University of Oregon beg... »
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Nine open legislative seats in 2012 so far
Blueoregon
Feb 06Last week, Rep. Terry Beyer (D-Springfield) announced that she wouldn't seek re-election. The district, HD-12, was more-or-less unchanged in redistricting. Rep. Beyer immediately endorsed a successor - John Lively, who served as mayor of Springfield fr... »
SCAM ALERT.
Max Redline
Feb 06Image via Wikipedia Ever hear of a little place called Norm Thompson Outfitters? Turns out that if you make a purchase from them with a credit card, they sign you up for "Norm Thompson Rewards" - and bill your card... »
Wanted: dog just like ours, but much younger
Hines Sight
Feb 05My wife wants to get another dog, even though our current canine companion, Serena, is still very much alive at the age of twelve -- though admittedly slowing down. (But isn't that to be expected given that she's 80+ in... »
Not So Fast With Dog Vaccines
Examiner Eugene Or Edition
Jan 31Eugene, Oregon dog owners might be considering the new dog flu vaccine manufactured by Merck & Co. Before you make that appointment at the veterinarian's office you might want to know some vital facts first. Late 2011... »
We Can't Clear-Cut Our Way to Prosperity
Blueoregon
Jan 31By Steve Pedery of Portland, Oregon. Steve is the Conservation Director for Oregon Wild, based in Portland. Since 1974, Oregon Wild has worked to protect the wildlands, wildlife, and waters that make Oregon a special place. The organization recently wo... »