The Torch had an opportunity to interview via Zoom Dr. Robert Bullard. Bullard has been at the forefront of environmental justice for over 40 years. Where did you grow up? I grew up in South Alabama, in a small-town named Elba. It’s right on the bottom of the state, close to Florida. So what led…
COVID-19 is a dark time, but there is light in the situation. COVID-19 has killed 1,506 in Oregon. During this dark time of disease and struggle, people found different ways to find light in the tunnel. A small community in Cottage Grove, Oregon came together to help support those in need during the pandemic. Many…
Proud Boys and Trump loyalists went to the capitol in an attempt to thwart a fair election. Fueled by a tyrannical President. They did not succeed. Editorial January 6, 2021, in the Capitol we saw an assault on our country. It was, to me, beautifully poetic, as this country has stepped on my people since…
During state wide Covid-19 regulations, warming centers are struggling to stay active. As the temperature drops the need for shelter is becoming a necessity for thousands of house-less individuals. There’s a small chance some may not be able to find shelter during this cold time. COVID-19 regulations have dramatically affected how these shelters and partnering…
City of Eugene puts up lights for holiday spirit. With Covid regulations in mind it is still possible to have a festive holiday season this year without gathering loved ones from arrayed households. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) has provided extensive guidelines for gathering around the holidays, but ultimately urges folks to stay safe,…
Oregon Governor Kate Brown has initiated a second lockdown in an effort to curb the spread of COVID-19. The lockdown started on Nov. 18, and runs through December 2, with a potential extension. State parks and campgrounds will not be shut down unlike the first order in March. Brown has enacted stricter regulations: mandating face…
The Downtown Mary Spilde Center of Lane Community College will be serving as the interim chambers for Eugene City Council beginning December 2020. City officials and LCC officials believe consolidation will aid in the functionality of city services and help maintain the mutually beneficial relationship between LCC and the city of Eugene. “This helps consolidate…
City releases revitalized plans to combat global warming According to recent U.S. Climate Data, the median summer temperatures for 2018 and 2019 in the Eugene area line up with what was predicted for the year 2100. If environmental practices continue, the Willamette Valley can expect a 400-500% increase in acres burned annually by 2040. Temperatures…
New street names honor Eugene’s past On Nov. 26, Eugene Mayor Lucy Vinis unveiled the three street names chosen for the new Downtown Riverfront. Picked from a narrowed down list of over 1,000 suggested names, the three winners were announced at 10:45 a.m. at the future site of the Downtown Riverfront. The three winners: Annie…
Eugene’s largest charity effort to feed thousands The 31st annual Whiteaker Free Community Thanksgiving Dinner is coming up on Nov. 28. Held at the Whiteaker Community Head Start Center at 21 North Grand Avenue in Eugene, the dinner will take place from 11:00 a.m.to 3:00 p.m. on Thanksgiving Day. There will also be a fun…
