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Kotek announces departure of 3 top aides after legislative session ends The turnover on the governor’s staff comes as she heads into her reelection campaign.

Kotek announces departure of 3 top aides after legislative session ends By Nigel Jaquiss / Oregon Journalism Project buff.ly/AxU1N3M

FedEx mishandled soil samples, city says, delaying Trainsong Park dioxin tests  Another setback has pushed back a public meeting about contamination at the park and its cleanup. Part of the park has been partially fenced off for four years.

FedEx mishandled soil samples, city says, delaying Trainsong Park dioxin tests  By Ashli Blow buff.ly/yG3NjZR

Federal authorities drop appeal in case over UO student's revoked visa The short-lived revocation of Oregon student visas by federal authorities last year sparked a court challenge that remains ongoing, a spokesperson for one of the legal advocacy groups taking up the cases...

Federal authorities drop appeal in case over UO student’s revoked visa By Jaime Adame buff.ly/cVwoUJr

An evening at Dueling Spoons, the ‘anti-restaurant’ Dueling Spoons is less of a restaurant and more of an experience. Lookout spent four hours at the Fall Creek spot on a recent Friday evening, finding both fine dining and mom’s home cooking, Ireland...

An evening at Dueling Spoons, the ‘anti-restaurant’ By Taylor Goebel buff.ly/tFnMXFr

Palace Coffee and Bakery planning new cafe in downtown Springfield  Lisa and Billy Truelove plan to open the coffee shop at 4th and A streets later this year or early next year. A cafe and coffee roaster with a commercial kitchen, it will be the business’s fifth location.

Palace Coffee and Bakery planning new cafe in downtown Springfield  By Lillian Schrock-Clevenger buff.ly/nnE7GbB

Jury sides with fired child welfare worker in whistleblower retaliation case The former worker’s lawsuit alleged she followed orders from a supervisor when improperly entering a home to take photographs as part of a child welfare investigation, then was the victim of retaliation...

Jury sides with fired child welfare worker in whistleblower retaliation case By Jaime Adame buff.ly/GVbuWCj

‘Not just a store,’ Springfield plant nursery reopens under new owners A former Little Red Farm Nursery employee with a passion for horticulture purchased the 35-year-old business, which reopened for the season Feb. 14. 

‘Not just a store,’ Springfield plant nursery reopens under new owners By Lillian Schrock-Clevenger buff.ly/5QIkG2c

Lane County 5A, 4A teams battle for state basketball titles Five Lane County high school basketball teams -- including two from Marist -- are in the hunt for state titles this weekend.

Lane County 5A, 4A teams battle for state basketball titles By Mike McInally buff.ly/zf2vCrT

Ducks doomed from the start in Big Ten Tournament loss Already a Big Ten Tournament long shot, the Ducks sank just three baskets in the first half of their 70-60 season-ending loss to Maryland.

Ducks doomed from the start in Big Ten Tournament loss By Tyson Alger buff.ly/IuZ6ISg

Council wants more public feedback on proposed changes in East Campus After the University of Oregon revised its controversial plan to allow taller development near campus, in the Fairmount neighborhood, Eugene city councilors voted to reopen the record and hold another...

Council wants more public feedback on proposed changes in East Campus By Grace Chinowsky buff.ly/hnNJ5qg

Eugene council calls for new public comment on Baxter-inspired land use change Nearly a year after Eugene launched its Public Health Standards Project, councilors unanimously directed staff to schedule another round of public comment as they seek clarity on how the proposal can...

Eugene council calls for new public comment on Baxter-inspired land use change By Ashli Blow buff.ly/rWcWomV

$2.5 billion AI robotics startup grows from OSU professor’s work In an interview, Jonathan Hurst, the man who started the robotics program at Oregon State, talks about his company, his newest robot, his view of what the market will be for his products, and the business...

$2.5 billion AI robotics startup grows from OSU professor’s work By Oregon Journalism Project Staff buff.ly/XqoUWxA

Springfield school board selects new member Bob Brew will fill Heather Quaas-Annsa’s seat on the Springfield Board of Education. Board members liked his extensive public service experience on other boards and as a government finance worker.

Springfield school board selects new member By Lilly St. Angelo buff.ly/76uxI5h

Immigration, housing, energy: Lane County lawmakers stayed busy in session Lane County lawmakers reacted to federal immigration enforcement activity this session – and also worked on economic and housing issues. 

Immigration, housing, energy: Lane County lawmakers stayed busy in session By Ben Botkin buff.ly/xpEn3sK

A good weekend for UO softball; Ducks basketball shifts to postseason Lyndsey Grein and Oregon softball closed their final weekend before Big Ten play on a high note, while Ducks basketball shifts into tournament mode.

A good weekend for UO softball; Ducks basketball shifts to postseason By Tyson Alger buff.ly/Lkb5S4I

For Springfield fly fisher and author, it's not always about catching a fish After 30 years of angling and traveling, Jesse Robbins has learned that his passion is really about simply enjoying time spent outdoors on the water. 

For Springfield fly fisher and author, it’s not always about catching a fish By Michael Zhang buff.ly/1MHFT0O

District attorney to discuss workload challenges at City Club meeting Lane County District Attorney Christopher J. Parosa will describe increased workloads faced by prosecutors in his office.

District attorney to discuss workload challenges at City Club meeting By Lookout Eugene-Springfield Staff buff.ly/9XTiS73

Eugene City Council takes first steps to mandate home energy score disclosure Proponents said the score could be useful for homebuyers. Opponents said the mandate would add an unnecessary cost to people selling their homes.

Eugene City Council takes first steps to mandate home energy score disclosure By Grace Chinowsky buff.ly/EDA3bM4

ApolloMD defends its record as it prepares to enter Oregon health care ApolloMD outlined its business structure and the Atlanta-based company has a doctor who has applied for a medical license in Oregon.

ApolloMD defends its record as it prepares to enter Oregon health care By Ben Botkin buff.ly/2wG2LN2

Judge dismisses pollution lawsuit against insolvent J.H. Baxter & Co. A judge Friday, March 6 dismissed a lawsuit against J.H. Baxter & Co., ending an attempt to bring forward claims from all residents living within 1.5 miles of the company’s west Eugene site.

Judge dismisses pollution lawsuit against insolvent J.H. Baxter & Co. By Jaime Adame buff.ly/mvb9UCV

Creswell boys, girls claim trophies at state basketball tourneys Creswell's boys basketball team finished fourth in the 3A state basketball tournament, while the Bulldog girls finished fifth.

Creswell boys, girls claim trophies at state basketball tourneys By Mike McInally buff.ly/UZ0a5KA

Attempted Springfield bank robbery nets man nearly two years in prison A 60-year-old man was sentenced Friday, March 6, to 22 months in prison after pleading guilty to an attempted robbery of a Springfield bank.

Attempted Springfield bank robbery nets man nearly two years in prison By Jaime Adame buff.ly/7J29c9P

Oh, these apps that rank and tally all that I do — but they can’t rate everything In an era of super-connectedness, smart homes and tracking, I find myself wanting to put borders around the last few sanctuaries of time and space.

Oh, these apps that rank and tally all that I do — but they can’t rate everything By Tiffany Gee Lewis buff.ly/1F0GkyC

Ducks runners overcome bad weather, missed flights and a freak mishap from cheering too hard Travel and tripping conspired to almost keep Oregon’s distance medley relay team from the NCAA Indoor Championships.

Ducks runners overcome bad weather, missed flights and a freak mishap from cheering too hard By Sarah Lorge Butler buff.ly/zPZ6rS0

More than 100 attend International Women’s Day rally in Eugene A rally held March 8 on International Women’s Day celebrated the achievements of women activists throughout history while highlighting the reproductive and civil rights advocates are still fighting...

More than 100 attend International Women’s Day rally in Eugene By Taylor Goebel buff.ly/vL6bEJo

Worst part of flying? The automated pay system at the airport parking lot The author laments a social anxiety disorder that makes him panic when faced with complex systems while people wait behind him.

Worst part of flying? The automated pay system at the airport parking lot By Bob Welch buff.ly/1GFWXkO

Referendums, truth serum and the battle for the Board of Lane County Commissioners I’m struck by a remarkable contrast that two of the contested races for Lane County Commissioner offer voters this year.

Referendums, truth serum and the battle for the Board of Lane County Commissioners By Elon Glucklich buff.ly/XsI8xA2

Nonprofit says Oregon fails to protect residents from gambling addiction The organization ranked Oregon 43rd of the 50 states in how it helps prevent gambling-related harm and bankruptcies.

Nonprofit says Oregon fails to protect residents from gambling addiction By Khushboo Rathore / Oregon Journalism Project buff.ly/8y18cYr

Man cited after refusing to climb down tree in Friendly, invoking warning An hours-long standoff Saturday, March 7 led to criminal citations against a man who climbed a spruce tree in Eugene’s Friendly neighborhood.

Man cited after refusing to climb down tree in Friendly, invoking warning By Taylor Goebel buff.ly/Qk3UjDc

Lane County brings its youth mobile crisis service in house  Lane County is ending a contract with a service provider that handles mobile crisis response for youth to save money.

Lane County brings its youth mobile crisis service in house  By Ben Botkin buff.ly/CyZo1nD