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Scammers targeting Lane County residents involved in land use planning process demand bogus fees and wire transfers

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Lane County Land Management has been made aware of a scam email targeting people involved in active land use applications.

Lane County celebrates Deflection Week with community partners, program participants and graduates

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

To date, 64 people have graduated from the Deflection Program, and another 110 are currently participating. Every law enforcement agency participates in deflecting eligible people with the most referrals coming from Eugene Police Department.

Lane County’s high credit rating reaffirmed by Moody’s

Mon, 27 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Citing “a strong financial position supported by prudent management”, Moody’s Investors Service has reaffirmed Lane County’s credit rating of Aa1, which is the second highest rating it provides, following an annual review.

Lane County Parks to begin parking lot improvements at Howard Buford Recreation Area

Mon, 20 Jul 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Lane County Parks will begin construction on parking lot improvements at Howard Buford Recreation Area's Arboretum/Main Summit Trail parking lot on Wednesday, July 22. Construction is anticipated to continue through October.