The Eugene Ballet’s “The Nutcracker” is a long-standing tradition of many Lane County families. During the show’s introduction by Suzanne Haag and Jennifer Martin, Haag prompted the crowd to raise their hands if they were returning to the show from last year and a large number of the crowd shot their hands up in the…
On Dec. 18, the Lane Community College Board of Education held a special meeting to address the vacancy for Member-at-Large Position Seven, which became open following the resignation of Lisa Fragala in November. Fragala stepped down after being elected to the Oregon Legislature. Past board members have resigned to become Lane County commissioners or have…
The Lane Community College Scholarship Office continues efforts to support students beyond the fall term by offering multiple workshops over winter break. These sessions are designed to guide students through the scholarship application process, providing individual assistance and practical tips with snacks provided. Led by Tina Hunter and her team, the Scholarship Office has worked…
The Lane Community College Board of Education met over Zoom Dec. 16 to approve the vacancy appointment process to replace board member Lisa Fragala, who stepped down from position 7 on Nov. 6 after serving since October 2018. Fragala won election to replace longtime state Rep. Paul Holvey in the Eugene-area District 8 in the…
Thoughts on choosing journalism and choosing to stay. Trigger warning for mentions of suicide. It’s like: How can we keep doing this? Making merry, shopping, indulging. On Nov. 16, I went to the Lane Events Center as a student reporter. It was my first attempt at reporting on Holiday Market 2024, and it was supposed…
Lane County residents know that for several magical weekends leading up to Christmas each year, Holiday Market at the Lane County Events Center is the place to find unique handcrafted gifts, delicious food, a festive atmosphere and free entertainment. For those who are new in town, visiting, or haven’t been yet, Holiday Market is an…
The Christmas special comedy solo act coming to the Hult Center “God is a Scottish Drag Queen,” comes to the Hult Center for the Performing Arts on Dec. 14. Mike Delamont discussed his solo theatrical comedy performance in an interview with The Torch. In the show, Delamont, in a floral suit and Scottish brogue, takes…
A Night of Breathtaking Visuals, Immersive Media, and Unforgettable Moments Billie Eilish captivated the audience with an unforgettable concert at Portland’s Moda Center 7 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 8, as part of her “Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour.” Joined by opening act The Marias, the event seamlessly blended stunning visuals, innovative mixed media and spellbinding…
LP Giobbi isn’t just a DJ she’s a commanding force of energy and mystique, a true queen of her craft. Her Nov. 27 stop at the WOW Hall during the “Way Back Home Tour” proved that her EDM rave music is perfectly suited for the venue’s intimate yet dynamic atmosphere. The show was a full…
Live Music: Featuring Jazz Star Halie Loren Ballet Fantastique’s “American Christmas Carol” offered an extraordinary and refreshing interpretation of the classic holiday story. Blending gothic elegance with the emotional depth of live jazz, this production captivated audiences through its hauntingly beautiful and innovative presentation. At its heart was Halie Loren, an internationally acclaimed jazz vocalist…
