Category Archives: Diversity

Over 30 People show up to support Hate Crime Victims in Santa Clara

Posted on July 21, 2021 by Gary Haliski

Last Friday, a vehicle drove by Xia Wang’s and Ben Christensen’s home in Santa Clara shooting almost 30 paintballs at their house and cars. An excellent article by Mary Bell and James Croxton of Double Sided Media describes the entire … Continue reading →

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Volunteers needed for this Saturday’s Juneteenth Celebration

Posted on June 16, 2021 by Gary Haliski

The Eugene Juneteenth Celebration is short on volunteers, and have a particular need for parking support. They are seeking a few key supplies as well. Please consider volunteering for this event, which is very important to Black community members in … Continue reading →

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City of Eugene – 2021 Community Safety Initiative survey

Posted on March 9, 2021 by Gary Haliski

From the City of Eugene Eugene’s Community Safety System includes a wide array of services to keep the community safe – from fire to emergency medical services to police to courts to homelessness and prevention services. As the community grew, unmet service … Continue reading →

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Correction: Mims Food and Distro Hub is NOW open

Posted on March 1, 2021 by Gary Haliski

The NAACP would like to announce that the Mims Food and Distro hub is up and running at the NAACP office located at 330 High St in Eugene. We are offering the following items: Fresh produce Frozen/ Refrigerated and shelf … Continue reading →

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New Microsite to Shelter People at Peace Presbyterian Church

Posted on February 4, 2021 by Tim Foelker

SquareOne Villages (SOV), a local nonprofit organization, will operate and manage the site. If you have general questions or concerns about this program, please contact Regan Watjus in the City Manager’s Office at RWatjus@eugene-or.gov or 541-682-8442.If you have specific operational concerns or … Continue reading →

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