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…
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…
Eugene activist speaks out about the past 9 months of protests After George Floyd died under police custody, his death launched a wave of activism for racial and social justice. In the Eugene community people came together to march for change. That’s when Midas Well — a Eugene man that is well known for his…
Lane Community college releases plan to reopen. Due to the novel coronavirus pandemic, LCC has had to close its doors, alongside most other institutions in the country. A decisive plan has been brought forward so the school may reopen accordingly once a vaccine or cure for COVID-19 is widely accessible. LCC Provost Paul Jarrell released…
Community holiday tradition ends after 31 years. After 31 years of loyal service to the community, the beloved, annual Free Whiteaker Thanksgiving Dinner has been canceled — for the year and indefinite future. The dinner has been known throughout the community as a staple holiday get-together. In past years, dinner organizers had seen turnouts of…
Lane Community College’s athletic director lays out the school’s plan to bring back sports The LLC sports department has been doing the best they can do to adhere to Covid-19 regulations, however, they are still fighting an uphill battle. Athletic Director Greg Sheley says they have been following all guidelines that Lane County and the…
Lane Community College’s athletics stopped mid-season and it is unclear when they will start again. Greg Sheley has coached the Women’s Basketball team for two decades and currently serves as LCC’s Athletic Director. His team was 12-4 — second in the Southern Conference — but due to COVID-19, the North Western Athletic Conference had canceled…
