Eugene-Springfield Homes & Living

03/28/2024

Cute idea.

03/17/2024

You don't need commercial dye to color your eggs.

Natural Easter Egg dyes!

03/14/2024

True! Now have some pie to celebrate National Pie Day.

03/05/2024

Weekly events roundup

See a calendar of events for the next seven days from the Cascades to the Oregon Coast.

03/03/2024

Nature has its own way of handling “situations.” Unfortunately, people like playing gods, and they try to take control over natural processes. Let’s discuss mosquitoes. The pesky insects invade areas in early spring. All they need is warm weather and water. Everyone hates mosquitoes, and every...

02/26/2024

A few ideas that can make a difference.

Resolve to make these simple changes month by month as a graceful way to ease into a more sustainable lifestyle.

02/03/2024

Gorgeous day to start gardening! Take a break from clearing up branches & get pruning those roses & fruit trees.

🌱Happy February, gardeners!🌱 Many of us are eager to get out and work in the garden and February is a great time to lay the groundwork for a healthy & prosperous growing season. This month's garden to-do list includes:

-Plant seed flats of cole crops (cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli and Brussels sprouts), indoors or in a greenhouse.
-Sow snap peas and snow peas directly in the garden now through April if soil is workable and not too wet.
-Select and store healthy scion wood for grafting fruit and nut trees. Prune and train grapes; make cuttings.
-Prune fruit trees and blueberries.
-Fertilize rhubarb with manure or a complete fertilizer.
-Incorporate cover crops or other organic matter into soil at least two weeks before planting your garden.

For the entire February garden calendar, visit https://beav.es/qFW

02/03/2024

Early spring! So says Fil.

Across the country, Feb. 2 is known as Groundhog Day, when the namesake critter forecasts whether Americans will see six more weeks of winter or an early spring. But because groundhogs don’t live in Oregon, the Oregon Zoo enlists the state animal to do the forecasting — a beaver named Filbert.

02/02/2024

This weekend! See you there!

02/01/2024

Help for hungry folks.

02/01/2024

Someone is feeling VERY bold today!!🥺

01/30/2024

SUB customers should call if they still don't have power.

01/26/2024

Please be vigilant. Scammers take advantage of situations like this.

🚨 Disaster Scam Alert 🚨

👉 **Report Price Gouging**
Don't pay excessive prices for essential goods. If you suspect price gouging, file a complaint with the Oregon Department of Justice: 📞 1-877-877-9392 or 💻 www.oregonconsumer.gov

🚧 **Avoid Scams during Cleanup & Repair**
Be cautious of immediate clean-up promises. Research contractors at https://www.ccb.state.or.us/search/ Never pay upfront or by wire transfer. Final payments only after satisfaction.

🕵️ **Watch for Imposters**
Guard personal info. Government officials won't demand money. No application fees for federal and state agencies. Be wary of disaster-related charity scams. Check donation advice at https://www.doj.state.or.us/media-home/news-media-releases/five-ways-to-avoid-wildfire-donation-scams/

More tips to avoid or report scams 👉 www.doj.state.or.us/media-home/news-media-releases/after-the-disaster-how-to-avoid-scams

Stay vigilant! Report scams and protect your community. 🛡️

01/26/2024

A sighting of Oregon Man

Textbook Oregon man wearing winter wear, flannel shirt, Sasquatch shorts, and Birkenstock sandals. Doesn’t get more Oregonian that this 😂

Photo by Andrea Jueal, captured in Lane County

01/25/2024

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If you are in an area with ongoing power restoration, crews request that you leave a porch light or other visible outdoor light on when your power is back. If they see a home without a light, they can assess and troubleshoot before leaving the area.

01/23/2024

🌲 Volunteer Opportunity: Storm Cleanup at Howard Buford Recreation Area 🌧️

Join us in the collective effort to restore Howard Buford Recreation Area (HBRA) after the recent storms. We need your support for cleanup activities alongside Friends of Buford Park & Mt. Pisgah and Mount Pisgah Arboretum.

🛠️ How You Can Help:
Participate in our upcoming work parties, contributing to the cleanup of habitats, plant communities, and trails. This is a fantastic chance to meet fellow Arboretum enthusiasts, learn about local ecology, and stay active.

🚧 Park Closure Notice:
Please note that Howard Buford Recreation Area (HBRA) remains closed to the public. Volunteers will need to RSVP and check in upon arrival to be granted entrance to the park.

👥 Who Can Join:
Individuals, groups, organizations, and those fulfilling community service are all welcome to join hands in this meaningful endeavor.

🗓️ Upcoming Work Parties with the Mount Pisgah Arboretum:
Work Parties are being held this Friday and Saturday 9 am - noon, RSVP REQUIRED to Patrick Wegner via email at [email protected] or call 541-225-8560.

🌿 Friends of Buford Park & Mt. Pisgah:
The Friends of Buford Park & Mt. Pisgah is a grassroots organization committed to nurturing and restoring our connection to nature. Join them in making a positive impact on our beloved Howard Buford Recreation Area storm clean up. 📋 Sign Up Here: https://bit.ly/LCP_StormCleanUp

Your participation matters, and together, we can revitalize our natural spaces. Thank you for being a steward of our environment! 🌍 🌳

Lane County Government Mount Pisgah Arboretum Friends of Buford Park & Mt. Pisgah Lane County Sheriff's Mounted Posse

01/23/2024

Hello Eugene & Springfield: I hope that you won't need to use this advice, but if you do need to make a claim on your insurance, it is important to do so in a timely manner. Insurance agents are working very long days to help out their clients, so it may take a bit for them to get back to you.

Here's some information from the state of Oregon on insurance that you may find helpful. Your insurance may cover the costs of temporary housing, laundry, restaurant meals, and pet boarding, through additional living expenses (ALE).
https://dfr.oregon.gov/insure/home/storm/pages/index.aspx

01/23/2024

Prepare for next time! I hope there isn't a next time, but better safe than sorry. The ER was packed with people with broken bones last week, so good to avoid at all costs.

We walk you through the different types of Yaktrax to help you choose the best kind for your winter escapades