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Eugene, Oregon Patch AM: a 5 min readHi Eugene! We have the latest buzz right here. Let's keep you in the loop and get this morning started right! ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- Why a new fence is coming to Eugene’s federal building now
- How a new levy is transforming Eugene’s library into a community powerhouse.
- Why a top 2028 DB says Oregon is “setting the bar”
Today's riddle: What is full of holes but still holds water? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Friday: Partly sunny and not as warm, with a high of 81 and low of 56 degrees.
- Saturday: Delightful with some sun, temps: high: 78, low: 58.
- Sunday: Plenty of sunshine, with a high of 82 and low of 54 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• New fence planned for Eugene federal building; this one would not block the plaza (klcc.org) — A new security fence is planned around the employee parking lot at Eugene’s federal building, after a previous fence that blocked the public plaza was ordered removed by a federal judge in July. The General Services Administration says the redesigned barrier won’t close off courtyard access, but local activists involved in ongoing litigation argue it could still hinder protest activity and monitoring of ICE operations. 
• For one Eugene librarian, a library is more than just books (dailyemerald.com) — Eugene’s library services director Angela Ocaña is using a new five-year levy to expand programs at the Eugene Public Library, from early literacy outreach to book-vending kiosks around town. Her focus on relationships over quiet stacks is reshaping the downtown library into a lively community hub, with new staff, kid-focused initiatives, and even a “library of things” for residents to borrow.
• Elite DB recruit trending toward Oregon will make gameday visit to Eugene (autzenzoo.com) — Oregon Ducks football is drawing top 2028 defensive back Jordan Hicks to Eugene for a high-profile home game against Michigan this fall. The four-star California recruit currently lists Oregon among his top options and says each visit to Eugene strengthens the Ducks’ lead in his recruitment.
📸 Around Eugene
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Movies in the Park: Sing (PG)
City of Eugene Monroe Park - 10th Avenue and Monroe St. Eugene OR 97401
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Owen Rose Garden Heritage Rose Tours
City of Eugene Recreation Owen Rose Garden - 300 N. Jefferson St. Eugene OR 97402
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Willamette River Festival All ages
City of Eugene River House Outdoor Center - 301 N. Adams Street Eugene OR 97402
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Fun with Paint →
Eugene Public Library - Kids Bethel Branch Library - 1990 Echo Hollow Rd. Eugene OR 97402
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Free Shakespeare in the Park: The Winter's Tale
City of Eugene Recreation Amazon Community Center Amphitheater - 2700 Hilyard Street
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Fun with Building →
Eugene Public Library - Kids Downtown Library - 100 W 10th Ave. Eugene OR 97401
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Free Shakespeare in the Park: The Winter's Tale
City of Eugene Recreation Amazon Community Center Amphitheater - 2700 Hilyard Street
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Hendricks Park Rhododendron Garden →
City of Eugene Recreation Hendricks Park - Summit Ave. and Skyline Blvd. Eugene OR 97403
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Drop-In Tech Help
Springfield Public Library 225 Fifth Street, Springfield, OR 97477
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Ribbon Cutting and Open House - Boot Barn
Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce 101 S A St, Springfield, OR 97477
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Ribbon Cutting and Grand Opening - Boot Barn
Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce 101 S A St, Springfield, OR 97477
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I Hate Hamlet
Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce Cottage Theatre, 700 Village Dr., Cottage Grove
2:00 pm
Friday August 21
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🗞 Nearby News
Springfield
- Four pedestrians struck after SUV rolls over in Springfield crash (kval.com)
- South Willamette Honor Flight casino night fundraiser set for Aug. 22 in Springfield (kval.com)
- Near-fatal crash in Springfield sparks calls for road safety changes (kezi.com)
Creswell
- Vote! Who will be the top Eugene-area girls volleyball player in 2026? (registerguard.com)
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-- The Patch AM Team
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