2026 Electronics Recycling Competition breaks record for second-straight year

Posted on 05/19/2026

This year, between January and April, 46 schools collected an impressive 55,293 pounds of e-waste.   READ MORE...

Election results available starting at 8:00 p.m. on Election Day

Posted on 05/18/2026

Election results will be made available to the public starting at 8:00 p.m. on Election Day, Tuesday, May 19, and updated throughout the evening.   READ MORE...

Marcola Road and Clear Lake Road safety corridors effective May 25, 2026 – May 25, 2028

Posted on 05/18/2026

Lane County has designated Marcola Road and Clear Lake Road as Safety Corridors, which doubles traffic fines, to reduce the number of people killed and injured due to impaired driving and excessive speeding.   READ MORE...

Lane County ranks No. 1 on list of Oregon’s healthiest employers for sixth year in a row

Posted on 05/14/2026

Lane County has been recognized as the #1 healthiest employer in Oregon (1500-4999 employees) for the sixth year in a row by the Portland Business Journal.  READ MORE...

Lane County Sheriff’s Office Marine Patrol is offering free boat inspections

Posted on 05/13/2026

The Lane County Sheriff’s Marine Patrol deputies are partnering with Bi-Mart to again offer free boat inspections throughout Lane County to help you get on the water safely!   READ MORE...

Lane County Parks invites community to celebrate National Public Works Week with park tours

Posted on 05/11/2026

Lane County Parks invites the community to celebrate National Public Works Week in May with a series of short, guided park tours.   READ MORE...

Lane County voters: remember to sign the return envelope and return your ballots early

Posted on 05/11/2026

Voters are urged to return their ballots as early as possible to ensure they are received at Lane County Elections by the 8:00 p.m. deadline on Tuesday, May 19.  READ MORE...

Partial Road Closure: Division Avenue-River Avenue Connector

Posted on 05/11/2026

One lane of the Divsion Avenue-River Avenue connector underneath Beltline Highway will be closed on Sunday, May 17, from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. for guardrail repair.  READ MORE...

Road Closure: Deadwood Covered Bridge

Posted on 05/11/2026

Deadwood Covered Bridge will be closed during the day, Monday--Thursday, between May 18 and July 1 for painting.  READ MORE...

Lane County’s proposed budget preserves public services amid reduction

Posted on 05/06/2026

The proposed Fiscal Year 2026–2027 budget for Lane County is balanced in a way that preserves critical services and makes the most of the limited financial resources available.  READ MORE...

2026 Primary Election ballots in the mail

Posted on 05/01/2026

The Lane County Elections office has placed ballots in the USPS mail stream for the 2026 Primary Election.  READ MORE...

Annual test for subscribers of Lane County’s local emergency alert system on Thursday, May 14, at noon

Posted on 04/30/2026

Lane County Emergency Management will test the subscriber-based local emergency alert system – Lane Alerts – on Thursday, May 14, at 12:00 p.m. The test will include emails, recorded voice calls and text messages depending upon each subscriber’s provided contact information.  READ MORE...

Free Household Hazardous Waste Roundup in Oakridge on Saturday, May 2

Posted on 04/23/2026

The free Household Hazardous Waste Roundup will collect up to 35 gallons of household hazardous waste per customer on Saturday, May 2, in Oakridge.   READ MORE...

Are you ready to vote, Lane County?

Posted on 04/15/2026

Posted on FlashAlert: April 15th, 2026 8:00 AM Election Day is quickly approaching, and the Lane County Elections office would like to encourage voters to register to vote or update their voter registration now, to be election-ready for the May 19, 2026 Primary Election. Voters in Lane County must register to vote or make changes to their party affiliation no later than April 28, 2026.  READ MORE...

Re-Imagine Earth Day event coming back for second year of community connection

Posted on 04/14/2026

Now in its second year, a coalition of organizations and agencies dedicated to sustainability is proud to announce Re-Imagine Earth Day, an opportunity for the community to engage, learn, and take meaningful steps toward a healthier planet.  READ MORE...

Spring showers bring busy mowers—keeping roadsides clear keeps us all moving

Posted on 04/09/2026

It’s that time of year again: as spring rains fuel rapid roadside growth, Lane County’s mowing crews are preparing to tackle tall grass and brush along rural County-maintained roads. But before the blades start spinning, crews need a clear path—free of signs, fencing, and other obstacles in the public right-of-way.  READ MORE...

April is National Alcohol Awareness Month and Distracted Driving Awareness Month

Posted on 04/08/2026

To help keep our roads and communities safe, Lane County reminds everyone that April is National Alcohol Awareness Month and Distracted Driving Awareness Month.  READ MORE...

School electronic recycling competition wrapping up on April 24

Posted on 04/06/2026

The 2026 Electronics Recycling Competition is ending soon, but there is still time for schools to join the effort and make a difference before April 24.  READ MORE...

Lane County Housing and Community Action launches 2026 Community Needs Survey

Posted on 03/31/2026

Community members are invited to share feedback on essential services provided by Lane County Housing and Community Action (HACA) programs.  READ MORE...

Concerning visitor and animal behavior requires Lane County Parks to remove some coyotes from Mt. Pisgah

Posted on 03/18/2026

Over the past two months, the frequency of coyote sightings in the park has increased dramatically with more than 30 sightings reported in January alone. The nature of the sightings has also changed. Coyotes are reported to follow people and dogs, to not show fear when people attempt to chase them off, and to approach people and vehicles in a way that suggests begging for food.  READ MORE...

Metro and Lane County celebrate battery recycling law

Posted on 03/11/2026

The Oregon State Legislature passed a new recycling law to help protect people and the environment from the impacts of batteries. House Bill 4144 joins several existing extended producer responsibility laws in Oregon, which require companies to implement recycling or safe disposal solutions for the products they make and sell.   READ MORE...

Armitage Dog Park to temporarily close for levy-funded improvements

Posted on 03/06/2026

The dog park at Armitage Park will temporarily close beginning the week of March 9 for construction related to improvements funded by the 2022 Lane County Parks Levy.  READ MORE...

Lane County Parks seeks applicants for Parks Advisory Committee District 4 vacancy

Posted on 02/10/2026

Lane County Parks is currently recruiting volunteers to serve on the Parks Advisory Committee (PAC), with one open position representing District 4 (North Eugene area).  READ MORE...

2026–2027 Confidential Personal Property Returns deadline March 16

Posted on 01/27/2026

The deadline to file a Confidential Personal Property Return (CPPR) for businesses is March 16, 2026.  READ MORE...

Love is in the air this February – Lane County Clerk’s Office performing Valentine’s Day marriage ceremonies

Posted on 01/15/2026

The Lane County Clerk’s Office will help couples tie the knot or renew their vows on Valentine’s Day this year.  READ MORE...

Lane County seeks survey input to help stop battery fires, improve recycling

Posted on 01/13/2026

Waste Wise Lane County—a part of the Lane County Waste Management Division—is asking residents to take a short community survey to help prevent dangerous battery fires and improve battery recycling, disposal, and storage practices.  READ MORE...

Lane County recruiting for task force that will develop new land banking program for housing production

Posted on 01/08/2026

A new seven-member task force will be responsible for creating the priorities and goals, measures of success, reporting standards, and other requirements for Lane County’s new housing land banking program.  READ MORE...

Commissioners Ceniga and Buch chosen as chair, vice chair

Posted on 01/06/2026

The Lane County Board of Commissioners appointed a chair and vice chair during the opening minutes of its first regular meeting of 2026.  READ MORE...

Lane County Transportation Advisory Committee needs new member; apply by Jan. 30

Posted on 01/06/2026

Lane County’s Transportation Advisory Committee (TrAC) has an open seat representing District 5 (East Lane).   READ MORE...

Survey asking residents how they protect themselves, their homes, and community from wildfire

Posted on 01/05/2026

Lane County Emergency Management is asking people to take a short survey to help local agencies better understand how households and communities are taking action at the household level to reduce wildfire risk.   READ MORE...

State of the County to be held Monday, January 5

Posted on 12/11/2025

Lane County’s annual State of the County Address will take place on Monday, January 5, at 10:00 a.m. in Harris Hall (125 E. 8th Avenue, Eugene).  READ MORE...

Lane County awards $200,000 in grants to support economic development

Posted on 12/10/2025

Seven local nonprofits will receive grant funding from Lane County’s Community & Economic Development Program to support programs and projects focused on creating economic growth.  READ MORE...