CHARLESTON, S.C. (WXIN) — Researchers have discovered a new type of prehistoric sea creature whose name translates to “snakey crocodile-face.”
A team led by College of Charleston geology professor Scott Persons is behind the discovery of the Serpentisuchops, described as a “beast that swam the seas while dinosaurs walked the earth 70 million years ago.” It belongs in the group of animals known as plesiosaurs.
This creature is unusual for Plesiosaurs because it has a long serpentine neck with long, crocodile-like jaws.
Serpentisuchops, whose name literally translates to “snakey crocodile-face,” has both a long serpentine neck and long crocodile-like jaws. (College of Charleston).
Scott Persons, College of Charleston Geology Professor (College of Charleston).
“When I was a student,” said Persons, “I was taught that all late-evolving plesiosaurs fall into one of two anatomical categories: those with really long necks and tiny heads, and those with short necks and really long jaws. Well, our new animal totally confounds those categories.”
The remains Serpentisuchops were found in eastern Wyoming with the skeleton of the creature’s lengthy neck perfectly preserved.
“The neck vertebrae just kept going,” said Persons. “For comparison, your own neck has a mere seven vertebrae. Serpentisuchops has thirty-two.”
Researchers say the “extraordinary preservation” was due to the specimen sinking to the seafloor and remaining buried by fine-grained sediments until its discovery 70 million years later.
The new findings suggest that the older plesiosaur genera should be reassessed so that the necks aren’t too small.
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — A Salem woman called 911 Wednesday evening and secretly led Marion County officials to her and the man that allegedly kidnapped her.
The scene started at Lancaster Driver Southeast, near Macleay Road Southeast, around 5 p.m.
According to Marion County Sheriff’s Office, the woman dialled 911 quickly before putting her phone in her purse. She then called out street names that she was driving past. The 911 operator said that the woman told someone “get outta my car” in the background and “don’t touch or touch me.”
The deputy officers responded to a Shari’s Restaurant near Lancaster Driver Southeast where they both found the woman and man.
Danniel Anderson (40) was arrested and charged first-degree harassment and kidnapping.
MCSO reported that the woman was uninjured. They praised the woman’s quick thinking as well as the dispatcher who led them to her.
Gonzalez was accused by the city of getting rent at its downtown offices heavily discounted. Gonzalez claimed that the rent was reasonable given Portland’s current market.
PORTLAND, Ore. — The City of Portland has denied a request from city council candidate Rene Gonzalez for reconsideration of a $77,140 fine leveled against his campaign This week. Gonzalez will be running against Jo Ann Hardesty, the incumbent commissioner, in November’s election.
The fine was issued by the city’s Small Donor elections program on Sept. 21. It stated that Gonzalez illegally obtained a highly discounted lease from Schnitzer Properties Management for his downtown office. Jordan Schnitzer (the building’s landlord) has donated previously directly to the Gonzalez campaign.
Participating in the Small Donor Elections program requires candidates to comply with contribution limits. In return, they will receive a 9-1 match on the first $20 of donations from Portland residents. The goal is to enable candidates to run only on small donations.
The program office stated that the Gonzalez campaign had paid $250 per month since May for the office space, and that it was now worth $250,000 had been advertised At $26/square foot, it is equivalent to $6,000.
Susan Mottet, the director of Small Donor Elections, wrote that the $6650 difference was an illegal campaign contribution.
Gonzalez was required to pay $33,250 to accept the space, $10,640 to fail to report it and an additional $33,250 to Schnitzer Properties Management.
Gonzalez campaign responded by issuing a statement in which it argued that the rent amount was reasonable market value given downtown’s “dismal state”. Then, the Gonzalez campaign countered. formally asking On Tuesday, officials will waive the penalty.
Jordan Schnitzer also weighed in KGW received word last week that Gonzalez had visited him in April, and offered Gonzalez the space. Gonzalez has been without a place for almost two years.
Gonzalez, he said, “do us a favor” in taking over the space during a downturn in downtown Portland’s leasing activity. He also said that he would have done that deal with any political candidate or nonprofit that held views that were constructive and important for our city.
In a response letter Mottet, who was released Thursday, stated that her office had determined that the fine was justifiable.
Responding to the campaign’s argument about the low downtown office market, she stated that her office had conducted research and found that similar office spaces were available for comparable rates to the $26/square-foot rate. had been advertised For the campaign office.
Although her office did locate some discounted spaces on the market, they were usually contingent on signing one year leases and not month-to-month like the Gonzalez campaign.
She claimed that the fact the office was empty for two years and was advertised at $6,900 was evidence that the owner was unwilling to lease the space to the public for less that the advertised rent.
Schnitzer’s public comments were addressed by Schnitzer, and she wrote that, because the space wasn’t advertised to the public at the lower rates, the discount would be considered to be a contribution to any particular political campaign or nonprofit to which Schnitzer offered.
“The willingness of the property owner or the space owner to make a gift or give away all or part of its fair market value to another person or entity is not a factor in determining the fair market value,” she wrote.
Technically, the request for reconsideration was not an appeal. However, the campaign can still appeal the fine separately. Mottet stated that the deadline for doing so is October 6.
PORTLAND, Ore — The clearing sky sets up the western valleys for Friday morning fog.
After that, it’s all sunshine and warm weather through the weekend and beyond.
Friday’s highs will be around 80 degrees, while Saturday’s will be in the mid-80s. Tomorrow will bring clear skies to the coast, with temperatures as high as 80 degrees in some areas. Sunny skies are likely for Sunday with warmer weather forecast.
Over the weekend, the sky might become a little hazy as the wildfire smoke from the fires in the northern Rockies winds its way west. The wind speed of 25 mph may be felt in areas near the gorge on Saturday.
Next week will be mostly sunny, with highs reaching the 80s.
In 2015, the City Council gave direction to housing projects as part of Envision Eugene’s urban growth boundary (UGB) process. These included establishing a baseline UGB, establishing urban reserves, growth monitoring and updating the City’s needed housing (clear and objective) regulations. Related to the City’s needed housing regulations, the Council specifically directed Opens a New Window. Take the following steps:
Update the City’s procedures and approval criteria for needed housing applications (applications to develop housing in areas identified for housing in the City’s BLI and HNA).
City consideration of proposed updates within one year of State acknowledgment of baseline UGB.
The Clear & Objective Update was formally kicked-off in 2018 and involved extensive public outreach and engagement. The process led to the adoption of several amendments in 2021. They were then remanded back at the City for a single issue. The City is working on this matter and has scheduled a City Council Public Hearing for October 17, 2022.
Multiple factors contribute to the need to update the City’s existing land use application approval criteria and procedures for housing developments. Eugene will need approximately 15,000 homes to be built within the urban growth boundaries (UBB) by 2032 as a result of Envision Eugene. We will need to find a way to efficiently accommodate this growth while preserving the community’s values regarding livability, public health and safety, and natural resource protection.
Oregon Revised Statute 197.307(4) requires local governments to comply with the requirements of the Oregon Revised Statute. adopt and apply clear and objective standards, conditions, and procedures regulating the development of “needed housing.” This is so that communities don’t use subjective or discretionary criteria to reject housing projects. The clear and objective standards, conditions, and procedures can’t discourage housing through unreasonable cost or delay. This includes building height and setbacks that apply to housing when a building permit is issued. Also, land use criteria that apply for subdivisions, site reviews and conditional use permits as well as partitions, subdivisions, planned unit developments, and other housing-related activities.
Cities that have a clear and objective land use application approval path can also adopt alternative or “discretionary” approval criteria. To allow developers greater flexibility with housing development proposals, they may choose the alternative path. Eugene’s land use code provides two approval paths: a clear and object path and a discretionary path.
Since 2002, our clear and objective land-use application approval criteria have not changed. Existing approval criteria are perceived by some as barriers to providing the housing our community needs, and others believe they do not do enough to address our community’s values regarding livability, public health and safety, and natural resource protection.
Many legal challenges have been brought up in appeals of land-use decisions. These cases have challenged the objective and clear nature of our approval criteria. Appealing against development criteria is expensive and can lead to uncertainty in the development process. Our community cannot address the root issues if the criteria are removed by the legal process.
We need to reevaluate and update our current clear and objective approval standards to achieve these goals.
We can accommodate growth on the lands that are available within our UGB
Provide a clear and objective route to land use approvals for all housing, as required under State law
guide future development in a way that reflects our community’s values
Workers at the Old Town Voodoo Doughnut store are now part of an officially recognized federal union. Doughnut Workers United (DWU), which represents workers at Voodoo Doughnut won their union election Tuesday, September 27th with 16 votes in favour and six votes against.
Workers seek a contract to secure livable wages, better work conditions, better healthcare options and consistent scheduling. Additionally, the union hopes the forthcoming contract will address the company’s hiring and firing practices.
“One of our big things we’re aiming for is to get rid of at-will employment,” says DWU’s Samantha Medina. “This company has a long history of abusing their power when it comes to that. … We want to give everyone a fair and equal chance to continue on with this company.”
Voodoo Doughnut workers who were the first to join unionization have had to fight for it. started organizing in March 2020. Workers called the company in 2021. voluntarily recognize their union. When Voodoo failed to do so, the union filed a petition to the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) — the June 2021 vote It produced a tie which resulted in the union not being granted certification. The Old Town workers filed for election at the NLRB for a second time on August 1, 2022.
“Over the last two years, workers have been organizing diligently to get to this point of a second union election!” a Facebook post From DWU. “Despite constant pressure and union busting from Voodoo Doughnut; despite inhumane working conditions in record breaking temperatures; despite faulty, unsafe, and poorly managed equipment on the restaurant floor; despite illegal firings of workers; we have stuck to it, kept our chins up and shoulders back, and we’re here to see this through once again!”
Voodoo Doughnut is accused of engaging in union busting techniques, such as removing union information from work, intimidating employees by closed-door conversations, and hiring new employees, instead of rehiring workers who had been furloughed during the pandemic. illegally firing seven workers Who walked out during the record-breaking heatwave of June 2021.
In a statement to Eater Portland following the election, the company said that “Voodoo always has been and will continue to be a unique place to work that is centered around our people and the product they serve,” but that they were disappointed in the election results.
“We’re disappointed that the employees at our Old Town, Portland, location chose to have a third party speak on their behalf as we continue to believe working directly together is the best for our employees,” the statement to Eater Portland reads. “However, we respect our employees’ right to organize and will continue to operate in good faith moving forward.”
DWU launched a new website the day after the election. GoFundMe Fundraising to help workers in contract negotiations.
As more information becomes available, this story will be updated.
Oregon is home to the third-highest gas prices in America.
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The average price for a gallon of gas continues to soar in Oregon after hitting the $5-per-gallon mark This week, earlier.
AAA reports The nation’s largest seven-day price increase was 59 cents, with prices rising statewide over the week.
On average, a gallon of gas currently costs Oregonians more than $5.28 — $1.50 higher than the national average. Portland drivers pay even more with an average cost of $5.36 per gallon.
AAA and Gasbuddy.com blame the price rise on a variety of refinery disruptions due to routine maintenance, fires, and other factors. Tropical Storm Ian.
“After 14 weeks of declines, gas prices are on the rise, soaring on the West Coast and in the Midwest with more moderate increases in other parts of the country,” AAA stated This week. “Several refineries in California are undergoing planned or unplanned maintenance, creating extremely tight supplies on the West Coast.”
Oregon currently ranks third California is the state with the highest gas prices, at $5.88 per gallon, and Nevada ($5.32 a gallon).
The temporary closure of Stanford comes two months after Cracker Barrel’s doors were closed nearby. It is believed that similar security and safety concerns led to the closing of Stanford.
PORTLAND, Ore. — Stanford’s Restaurant and Bar at Jantzen Beach has temporarily closed due to what the restaurant described on social media as safety and security concerns. This move is two months after Cracker Barrel was nearby. abruptly shutteredSimilar safety issues are cited as the reason for this.
Stanford’s announced its closure in a post Saturday on the Facebook page Hayden Island restaurant: We wrote that the restaurant would be temporarily shut down “due to recent events”
The same message was added to the page for the Jantzen Beach location The company’s website. Customers are encouraged to visit Stanford’s Clackamas or Tanasbourne locations.
Although the message stated that the closure was temporary, it did not indicate how long it would last. KGW reached out Stanford’s for further information. We will update this story if we get back.
The steak house chain operates primarily in the Portland area, but it also has a Northgate location. It’s part the Ascend Hospitality Group in Bellevue, which also owns Stanford’s Steakhouse, Ascend Prime Steakhouse and Sushi, as well as several Famous Dave’s locations.
Cracker Barrel’s corporate offices didn’t give a reason for the August early. closure of the Hayden Island restaurantKGW spoke with employees, however, who said that management at the restaurant had informed them at an emergency meeting that the closure was due security concerns.
The Cracker Barrel closure seems to be permanent, unlike the Stanford’s. The company did not mention plans to reopen it. Kimco Realty in New York, which is the owner of Jantzen Beach shopping center currently lists the building at “Available (Former restaurant)”. on its website.
Portland Police Bureau’s monthly neighborhood crime dashboard Hayden Island has had 744 reported offenses so far this year, September excluded. This is roughly the same as last year’s 1,140 incidents. Between 2016 and 2020, there were 641 to 778 incidents on the island.
The 744 number means that the island has witnessed more crime incidents this year than most of Portland’s neighborhoods, but it is not among the top 10. PPB’s Business Districts Crimes Summary Also, a map of Columbia Corridor district shows Jantzen Beach as one of many crime hotspots.
The Red Cross and the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s Office are sending volunteers to Florida to help those affected by Hurricane Irma.
PORTLAND, Ore. — The early images of Hurricane Ian Even those who are familiar with disasters will find it alarming that a truck crashed into the southwest Florida coast on Wednesday.
Alison Green, Oregon State Fire Marshal’s Office (OSFM), stated that “We are certainly keeping tabs” on the situation. “It has definitely had an extensive impact.”
Green stated that the agency will send 13 members of its incident management team (IMT), to Florida.
Green stated, “We are very fortunate to have people who have done this before.” “This isn’t our first deployment to help a hurricane.”
According to Brett Deedon (an OSFM IMT member), they will be responding to Tallahassee in Florida. They will also receive additional orders for Hurricane Ian response.
Deedon said, “So our first response given to team is to be supplemented into the Emergency Operating centers in Florida which we’re going to be designated once they get there.” “But we will be able help with the emergency response as well as the individual communities in Florida by remaining flexible.”
Green said that Oregonians will take care of everything from public assistance to logistics and planning.
Green stated, “It takes people not only to restore power and fix infrastructure, but also to save lives.” “It also requires people who can manage the entire support system to get people back on their feet.
Red Cross Cascades also sends volunteers to Florida. Seven people are currently in Florida, or are on their way. Additional 20 volunteers are available and ready to help if needed.
Chris Schwartzkopf and Amber Schwartzkopf were two of the volunteers available on standby.
Chris said, “That means getting on a plane, and flying wherever they send you.”
For a number of years, the couple have been volunteering for Red Cross. They helped with shelters and logistics in the aftermath of all natural disasters.
Emily Venable said, “It absolutely gives my hope.”
Venable appreciates Oregonians traveling to Florida to visit her family. She was raised in Florida and moved to Tualatin 2 years ago. Venable’s extended family lives in Florida. Her parents lived in one of the evacuation zones, and they had to move inland for safety.
Venable stated, “My level of concern for this is a 27 because my parents are older.” “This is the first severe storm I have seen since I was so far away. I cannot be there to help, which is why I usually jump into that mode. It is strange to be scattered across the country.
Venable will be closely monitored Hurricane IanSimilar to the Oregon State Fire Marshal’s Office. Team members will deploy to the hurricane zone.
Green stated, “We are helpers.” “We’re firefighters. We are eager to help and we are grateful to have people trained to respond to any call.
The Oregon State Fire Marshal’s Office’s team will be visiting Florida for at most 14 days.
Anybody who is interested in helping victims of the storm can make an anonymous online donation. American Red Cross.
Oregon Fans were thrilled to discover the defensive heritage of the new Duck head coach. Dan Lanning After leading the Georgia The defense of Oregon to a national championship in 2008. While most fans would assume there would be a learning curve for Oregon’s defensive players beyond this year, we anticipated seeing more success on defense than what we have thus far this season. It was especially a surprise to me with all the veteran players in the Ducks’ front seven.
My studies of the Bulldogs’ coaching methods revealed a common theme: how to put pressure on an opposing quarterback using only Four rushing. It’s the ability to. “stay safe” In the secondary Seven Different coverage shells are used by defensive backs because the quarterback is not blitzed. How can you create pressure using only four rushing steps?
Coach Lanning refers it to as Simulated pressuresHowever, it was referred to as a 10-12 year ago. “Zone Blitz,” The defense sends pass rushers to certain areas, but the offense doesn’t know where they are coming from Where It is here. This confusion results from defenders moving back into pass coverage after they have started on the line. In addition, linebackers are sometimes sent from different directions to create tension. four pass rushers.
Screenshot from Fox Sports Video
It was a fantastic first example of pressure, with only four people. The secondary coverage is outstanding.
Before we go to the example video below, let’s first examine the screenshot above to know what to watch for. You can see the top two defenders at the line-of-scrimmage. (LOS) The following are some of the most dangerous things you can do. overload blitz The three defenders in the upper left and stand-up defender on the LOS appear to be from our right. “the four” Rushing. The red arrows point to “trips” receivers on one side, the area of the field the Cougars want to attack.
How to? (above) Two of the six boxes will be returned to the coverage areas in the right and middle-hook areas. This is to prevent any further damage. “hot” Receiver from saving the QB as an emergency valve. On the left, there is a twist happening between the defensive line and the tackle. As the defensive tackle plays an important role, it can be seen on the right side. (green line/arrow above) in keeping “contain” to Oregon’s left side. This hinders the talented WSU QB to continue his journey in that direction as he had planned. Justin Flowe, No. 10, who is the fourth rusher and helps to break into the pocket, is coming up in the middle.
The second half of this video shows how the defenders trade receivers in the middle of the route to provide coverage. Oregon stopped the quarterback’s roll-out and had seven defensive backfield players, so the pressure eventually forced the ball to go. Use pressure to get the job done. Be safe
This is a tactic I’ve witnessed often in the first four games of the Lanning era.
Screenshot from Fox Sports Video
Although pressure can come in unexpected directions, it is contained by the rollout and requires another throw-away.
Check out the screenshot above for the next play of the video. “pressure while staying safe” tactic. There are four at the LOS but the defensive end at top will drop off and cover running back, who is slipping away from the backfield. Noah Sewell, No. 1It is going to help Don’t overload WSU’s right side. While the Ducks send only four players in the pass rush it is actually four against three Cougar blockers.
Again, take note of the trips receivers (in video above) on WSU’s right side and how QB Cameron Ward Sewell wants to avoid that direction to find an open receiver. Sewell’s technique of staying on the outside shoulder for the offensive tackle is what keeps him afloat. “contain” The QB is directed to the right by WSU on the rush. The play was incomplete due to the incredible coverage downfield. There was also enough pressure from four other players to make it a big one!
Oregon’s success with this has been slowly gaining traction, as the players become accustomed to game speed and different blocking schemes.
Screenshot from Fox Sports Video
You will get a bag with the disguised pressure, sure!
This last example illustrates how it works. “safe strategy” Also, you can create A sack The quarterback. The screenshot below shows how DJ Johnson He is positioned to rush at the bottom LOS but he will eventually peel off (yellow Arrow above) Cover the running back from the backfield. The fourth rusher is Jackson LaDuke, No. 42, (green arrow to the left) These four Ducks will take on Five BYU blocking agents
Brandon Dorlus, No. 3 Above, does an excellent job of beating BYU’s pass block by No. No.(Yes, the Oregon transfer). and snagging the quarterback’s arm, with No. No. Don’t forget to finish the bag! This is what most people would call a “coverage sack,” This would be a confirmation of the wisdom behind using it “staying safe” strategy and tilting the play toward Oregon’s personnel strengths.
As you, I also want massive overload blitzes as well as exotic tactics from the Lanning defense. Oregon Is They are now beginning to look into them, and as they do so, we will examine them here along with the techniques used by Oregon defenders. As the Ducks adapt to Lanning tactics, you can expect to see more. “pressure while staying safe” Many times, there are many possible combinations.
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David Shaw, head coach, announced Tuesday that Emmitt Smith’s son, tailback EJ Smith is out of the season due to an undisclosed injury to his leg. They could also be without right tackle Miles Hinton, who missed last week’s game at Washington. He was missed by quarterback Tanner McKee, who was sacked eight more times in Seattle.
When they can keep McKee upright and on his feet, he’s proven to be a very capable passer. He has six touchdowns and completes 67 per cent of his passes. McKee was picked off four times.
While they might not be 100% fit when they enter Autzen Stadium on Saturday, Oregon coach Dan Lanning believes the Cardinal presents unique challenges.
“They are certainly different. They have their own footprint. They’re a different team to prepare for in some of the packaging and personnel groups you have to get ready for,” he said. “The way they play and the style of play that they have is different. Again, they’ve had a lot of success, obviously over the last few years. We were able to hit on some of that history today (Monday) with our team and I think our guys are really familiar with the success that Stanford’s had in the past and have a lot of respect for that team.”
McKee’s favorite target in the early going has been receiver Michael Wilson. The Simi Valley, Calif., 6-foot-2, 220-pounder has 13 receptions, four of which were touchdowns. He averages 96 yards per game.
Wilson is by far targeted the most, but Stanford, to no one’s shock, has a big tight end in 6-4, 242-pound Benjamin Yurosek from Bakersfield, Calif. He was an Honorable Mention in the Pac-12 last season.
McKee can do special things if Stanford can get its offensive line in order. The Cardinal almost always manages that feat. Five of the five linemen are over 300 pounds, with Hinton being the largest at 6-7 and 320 respectively. Should he not be able to go, he’ll be replaced by Connor McLaughlin who is “only” 6-7 and 300 pounds.
Washington was taking advantage of Hinton’s absence and staying away from the other side on the line where senior left tackle Walter Rouse resides at 6-6 and 318 pounds.
The Ducks will no doubt take a look at the game film and attempt to do something similar. McKee, like every quarterback, can’t do a lot of damage if he’s laying flat on his back.
The University of Oregon — situated in the heart of Eugene, Oregon — is well-positioned to be a dream campus for those who love food. There are many restaurants around campus that offer everything from pho dac biET to freshly baked pastries. This is all in an area surrounded by organic farm produce. With 14 dining halls spread around campus, the U of O can hold its own in a city where food is top-of-the-line. Just a few steps off campus, 13th Avenue has a whole line of restaurants to choose from, ranging from a New York-style pizza shop that’s been around for more than 40 years to a Mediterranean restaurant that utilizes Pacific Northwestern produce. On Saturdays, farmers, mushroom foragers and chefs descend on Farmers Market Pavilion and nearby park blocks to sell delicious pastries, Afghani Bolani, Jamaican Akee, callaloo, as well as seasonal produce. New Ducks, feel free to use this guide as your compass as you get to know the campus and its surroundings — or, better yet, eat your way through them. Check out our Eugene recommendations. Eugene map.
Dining halls
A number of impressive facilities are found at the University of O. 14 dining hallsThere are nine new locations that opened in 2021, and there are many others. With the exception of a few, the U of O dining venues are more like restaurants rather than cafeteria-style dining halls. Carson And Barnhart Hall, both buffets. All dining venues take Duck Bucks, meal points, or cash as paymentEach meal is charged at a flat rate which eliminates any confusion when you pay. Students have more choice and variety in terms of not only the menu but also the size and scope of their meals. The best place to eat is most likely the one that sums up the entire picture. Unthank HallOn the east side, you will find nine restaurants in a food-hall style setting. To satisfy a non-instant ramen craving, visit Unthank’s SteamThe restaurant serves noodle soups that range from tonkotsu-garlic truffle. TamarindIt is made from fresh produce sourced from Pacific Northwest.
Erb Memorial Union (EMU).
The student union, The campus’ food court is located in the heart. It has a second floor dedicated to it. The food court here generally sticks to chains — think Panda Express, Starbucks, Chipotle — though the most Oregon-specific option is likely the Little Big Burger, founded in Portland in 2010. Because of its central location on campus the EMU can be a good place to hang out with your friends or to grab a quick lunch while you study.
Grocery stores
If you’re on campus, the Agate Street Market Unthank Hall is home to bulk food, organic produce, snacks, and other snack items like trail mix, kettle chips and fresh-ground almond butter. The nearest store to you if you live near Patterson or Oak is the Safeway On 18th, this is where most college students shop for groceries for the week. If you are closer to East Campus and require groceries, Market of Choice You can find it on Franklin Boulevard.
Espresso Roma on 13th.Meaghan FitzPatrick/Eater Portland
Espresso RomaLocated at East 13th Avenue Espresso Roma U of O students frequent this coffee shop for quick iced coffees or chicken-pesto paninis. The cafe’s hazelnut mocha and chocolate croissant are both particularly nice, balancing the velvety chocolate with nutty undertones and flaky pastry, respectively. If it’s nice outside, sit in Roma’s outside courtyard, where you can enjoy a nice breeze while studying.
PNW Café: If you’re on the east side of campus and you need a midday caffeine refuel, the PNW Café — located in Unthank Hall — pours Starbucks coffee and refreshers, as well as Teavana teas. Although there’s seating available at the cafe, most students take their drinks to go in the middle of the day, between classes. If you’re in the mood for a sweet treat, the cafe makes doughnuts with a U of O logo design — a cheeky nod to the school’s logo.
Sweet Life Petitie in Eugene.Meaghan FitzPatrick/Eater Portland
Sweet Life Petite Acai bowls, oatmeal and other healthy options are great for most days. But nothing can start a day better than munching on a chocolate muffin at this campus location. beloved Eugene bakeryThe restaurant is located at the intersection of Agate Avenue and 19th Avenue. The pecan sticky bun is topped with sweet and nutty caramel sauce, and lots of nuts. Every pastry is made fresh, and each one is decorated with care. This makes them both delicious and beautiful.
Tailored coffee roasters Walking through the east campus side, Tailored Coffee Roasters A great place to grab quick breakfast sandwiches is the Café du Monde. Although the coffee is good here, it can be a little pricey for a broke college kid’s budget — but hey, if you’re looking to splurge, that’s an option.
Drake’s Deli at the University of Oregon.Meaghan FitzPatrick/Eater Portland
Sy’s New York Pizza: If you’re hungry, broke, and want to stay close to campus, a slice from Sy’s New York Pizza is the best bet. Sy’s has been around since 1978, so if your parents are alumni of the U of O, there’s a big chance they’ve eaten at this community staple. The best thing about this pizza is that each slice costs less than $5 and is well-executed.
Drake’s Deli: This is on the east side campus. Drake’s Deli serves dishes like premade salads, sandwiches, and bagels, as well as a knockout Calabrian orzo salad — pros know to add smoked salmon for a briny accompaniment. The salmon’s buttery flavor makes the salad refreshing and nutty.
Duck’s House at the University of Oregon.Meaghan FitzPatrick/Eater Portland
Bartolotti’s Pizza and Bistro:Bartolotti’sOn the ground floor of the EMU is the ”. This place attracts a crowd of freshmen, school club members, and other students who pour into booths to get bubbly, cheesy pastas and pizzas. DaVinci Brush pizza layers include pesto, sun dried tomato pesto and lots of garlic and Basil, making it a deliciously salty and nutty pie. Bartolotti’s baked rigatoni is a strong choice for those who aren’t in the mood for pizza, especially if you add a crispy chicken cutlet on top.
Duck’s House: The corner of Unthank Hall is where you will find the Duck’s House The restaurant is packed with college students, especially on game day. The restaurant has a sports-bar feel, with TVs scattered around the perimeter of the restaurant so students can watch the Duck’s latest game. Duck’s House leans into the theme pretty heavily with a number of U of O-themed dishes — a standout is the Oregon Waffle Racer, a light, fluffy waffle topped with Oregon berry compote and whipped cream.
Cookies from Dough Co.Meaghan FitzPatrick/Eater Portland
The Dough Co. If you’re from Oregon, you’re probably painfully aware of the lack of late-night dining options in the state. There are many good options. Dough Co.The only restaurant in Eugene that is open later than any other nearby restaurants, ‘Dough Co.’ on Hilyard Street is the saving grace. Dough Co. is open for takeout from 3 a.m. to 3 a.m. seven days a semaine. They only offer cookies and calzones, with a few exceptions. There are more than 30 options for calzone fillings. The most popular is the original 3-cheese calzone. While you’re there, you might as well order a batch of warm cookies for dessert. Take it to go or you will be eating next to dozens of drunk college students — unless that’s the vibe you’re going for.
Mandy’s: If you feel the need for pancakes at a time when most people are asleep, Mandy’s Family Restaurant — open until 11 p.m. five days a week and until midnight on Fridays and Saturdays — fulfills any breakfast-for-dinner fantasy you may have, with things like croissant breakfast sandwiches, eggs Benedict, and French toast. Mandy’s stellar chicken and waffles arrive with peppery tenders over a sweet, airy waffle, a strong option at any time of day.
Kkoki Korean BBQ.Meaghan FitzPatrick/Eater Portland
Kkoki Korean BBQ: This Oregon chain of Korean barbecue spots This is a great choice for a memorable evening with roommates and friends. Families snack on complimentary banchan — kimchi, pickled onions — while searing slabs of spicy, thick-cut samgyeopsal (pork belly) and LA galbi (marinated short ribs) via the table’s communal grill plate. While diners have the option to order proteins as a la carte for grilling, the all-you can-eat option is recommended. Pro tip: Get the thin-cut brisket as it cooks fastest. Also, if you’re over 21 and your parents are feeling fun, order a bottle of soju, a distilled Korean alcohol that goes great with the meal. Kkoki takes reservations. call To claim a table, please contact us ahead
Ta Ra Rin If your parents prefer casual dining, Ta Ra Rin It is located just five minutes from campus and one of the best Thai restaurants in Eugene. Ta Ra Rin serves delicious, intricately-spiced curries and delicious noodle dishes. It also offers dishes that are unique to the restaurant such as its spicy catfish. The restaurant’s pineapple fried rice goes well with pretty much anything on the menu.
Cafe Soriah This is located on 13th Avenue. eclectic European restaurant It focuses on Northwestern seasonal produce, such as stuffed, baked eggplant, or old-school favorites like steak Diane, a delicious beef tenderloin, and a one-two punch with rich Burgundy sauces and acidic Dijon mustard. The house margarita, a crowd favourite, is also a great choice. Cafe Soriah takes reservations so be sure to make your reservation. call Before you guarantee a table.
Studio One Cafe.Meaghan FitzPatrick/Eater Portland
Morning Glory CaféAfter a night out, there are few things that sound better than an enormous brunch. Morning Glory CaféThe restaurant is located just five minutes from campus and serves vegan and omnivores both. As the oldest vegetarian restaurant in Eugene, Morning Glory Café has perfected its use of vegan proteins to make delicious brunch dishes like French toast with thick Challah bread or a breakfast quesadilla great for midday eating. The Three Sisters is a mountain of potatoes, vegetables and topped with your choice of sauce. All of Morning Glory’s juices — carrot, orange, and grapefruit — are freshly squeezed from organic produce, ideal for rehydrating after a night out.
Studio One Cafe: This lively, casual diner is located less than half a miles from campus’ east side. It is filled with college students who are always hungry. This house was converted into a restaurant. Studio One Cafe The space is decorated with vintage movie posters and has a vintage feel. If you’re in the mood for something salty and spicy, the huevos rancheros are wonderful, crispy-fried corn tortillas topped with poached eggs and beans, smothered in a gently spiced tomato-chile sauce. The morningstar breakfast pairs tempeh or tofu with sauteed vegetables and country potatoes — a nice choice when looking for something lighter.
Bangkok Grill Pad Thai from the Eugene Saturday MarketBrooke Jackson-Glidden/Eater Portland
• UO Street FaireThis week-long event supports local food trucks and vendors in Eugene. On the second week in fall and winter terms, bring some cash so that you can support local artists while enjoying some delicious food.
• Saturday Market8th Street: Every Saturday, 200 local artisans, farmers and cooks gather to bring Eugene colorful local food. Lunch at Irie Jamaican Kitchen is a great option. They have a fantastic jerk-chicken dish, which is spicy and aromatic, with sweet, fried plantains to balance it all. Grab some fresh produce and art for a great start to your Saturday.
According to the candidate, a highly discounted downtown office space received from a wealthy backer isn’t in violation of city campaign finance rules.
Rene Gonzalez has been renting the space in downtown buildings owned by Jordan Schnitzer since May for $250 per month.
Susan Mottet, Portland’s Small Donor Elections director, has stated that the office and two parking spaces have a fair market value of $6,900 per month. She calls the discount an illegal in kind contribution.
Gonzalez is a lawyer who will challenge incumbent Commissioner Jo Ann Hardesty. He is taking part in the Small Donor Elections Program, which is a city initiative to eliminate big money from politics. For his City Council race, he has received more that $370,000 from the small donor program.
According to the program rules candidates get a 9-to-1 match for each $20 that they receive from a donor. This means that a $20 donation can be transformed into $200 by receiving $180 from the City. The candidates also agree not to accept donations from businesses for time, goods, or services.
Gonzalez Campaign sent Tuesday’s letter to the City claiming that downtown rental rates are grossly exaggerated. The Oregonian/OregonLive reported.
“Once upon an time, in happier years, this amount might be accurate in that it would be paid by a tenant willing to pay it,” the letter said.
Gonzalez campaign claimed the space it is renting has been vacant since 2020. They also object to claims made by the city that the discount office space is an in-kind contribution, which exceeds $5,000.
Mottet also made a mistake because listing alone is not enough to determine fair market, as the campaign claimed.
Mottet stated that the city will respond to Gonzalez’s challenge in the next few days.
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