A year ago, many young Black people locally joined a global protest movement demanding justice for George Floyd and an end to police violence. Here s where they are now.
A year ago, many young Black people locally joined a global protest movement demanding justice for George Floyd and an end to police violence. Here's where they are now.
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KLCC s Brian Bull reports on the new date for the Oregon Asian Celebration, which has joined the annual Obon and Taiko Drumming Festival following setbacks related to COVID-19.
Decorations off of Willamette Street near today s news event.
Credit Brian Bull / KLCC
In keeping with this year’s theme of “Strength in Unity: Year of the Ox”, the Oregon Asian Celebration will take place in Alton Baker Park on July 31st, alongside the Obon and Taiko Drumming Festival.
OAC organizer, David Tam shared his thoughts at a press conference tonight in Eugene.
“The importance of partnership is critical, said Tam. It’s a critical approach to how we change our perception of racial bigotry, and the ignorance and the hate in our community.”
Are you bored with the pandemic restrictions? Who isn’t? Hop on a bike for some social-distance exercise and to get to know Eugene and Springfield from the ground up.
May is Bike Month in Lane County, and there are plenty of riding events as well as virtual workshops on tap with no chance of cancellations. This week alone has separate rides through Golden Gardens Park and from Shasta Park to Golden Gardens Park, both May 8, as well as a Beginners Ride May 9 sponsored by GEARs (Greater Eugene Area Riders). Also, there is the Slo-Mo Monday Ride May 10 with GEARs, which starts at Alton Baker Park and goes 37 miles to Upper Camp Creek Road. Then there’s another Beginner-Friendly Bike Ride with GEARs at Alton Baker Park May 13. Online, there are courses on bike basics May 11 and tune-up basics May 13. Even without a pandemic, safety comes first wear a helmet.