Continued Vacancy at Lane Community College Board of Education Stirs Concern

Lane Community College’s Board of Education is facing growing criticism after failing to appoint a replacement for a member who resigned in November 2024.  Despite interviewing four candidates who sought to replace Lisa Fragala, who resigned following her election to the Oregon Legislature, during a special meeting on Dec.18, 2024, the board was unable to…

Winter Whale Watch Week Returns to Lane County to Celebrate Gray Whale Migration

Heceta Head Lighthouse in Lane County is once again among 15 designated viewing spots for Winter Whale Watch Week, providing visitors with the opportunity to witness gray whales migrating along the Oregon coast. This year’s event took place Dec. 27–31. If Lane Torch readers missed the Christmas break opportunity to see whales, Spring Whale Watch…

LCC Board of Education member vacancy appointing postponed indefinitely

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…

Scholarship Office Hosts Workshops Over Winter Break

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…

LCC Board of Education discusses ‘ranked’ process for appointing a replacement member 

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…

Compelled to persist

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…

“A magical place for the holidays”: Holiday Market 2024 brings the community together.

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…

REVIEW: Billie Eilish “Hit Me Hard and Soft Tour” Portland Moda Center

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…