QuickTake: The utility is considering a pilot project that would — at times of peak demand — recruit a gas-powered turbine owned by the University of Oregon to add power to the system. But critics say its reliance on fossil fuels is counterproductive. In …

QuickTake: The three candidates for Eugene city manager include two who run other Oregon cities and an internal candidate. One of them likely will succeed Sarah Medary, who was Eugene’s city manager for six years.  They talked about how they would build …

Decisions made by the Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB) at its January 6 meeting will have lasting impacts for residents along the McKenzie River, as the utility evaluates safety work, long-term planning, and governance matters tied closely to the …

The energy demand in Eugene has reached an all time high this week according to the Eugene Water & Electric Board (EWEB), due to the recent frigid temperatures the area has seen recently; and with winter weather on the way the utility company says they …

QuickTake: The board selected a new chair and vice chair to run its meetings. The leadership roles offer the elected officials a bit more visibility, but no pay increase. Lane County Commissioner Ryan Ceniga is the new chair of the five-member board of …

Dec. 28, 2025, 4:01 a.m. PT Several major development projects in Eugene are expected to make progress in 2026. The Downtown Riverfront Neighborhood will begin construction on 75 affordable housing units. The University of Oregon's Knight Campus is set …

By Leo Brown, Special to The Register-Guard / Register-Guard USA TODAY Network via Reuters Connect Bob Bumstead drives a willow branch deep into the mushy riverbed. Water flowing over submerged logs elicits a soft gargle, while the soppy quicksand …

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High Water, High Winds Impact Communities Along the McKenzie Relentless Storm Left Area Flood-Prone and in the Dark The McKenzie Valey faced a round of severe winter weather last week when a strong atmospheric river moved into the central and southern …

QuickTake: Gusts hit 45 mph overnight. A large tree limb fell onto a house near downtown Eugene, damaging it. Part of Highway 126 east of Springfield was closed for several hours because of fallen trees. Expect more wind and lots of rain tomorrow, …