Archived News

Are you ready to vote, Lane County?
Posted on 04/14/2025
Election Day is quickly approaching, and the Lane County Elections Office would like to encourage voters to register to vote, or update their voter registration, now to be election-ready for the May 20, 2025 Special Election.   READ MORE...
County mowers are rolling out—clear roadsides help keep them (and you) moving
Posted on 04/14/2025
It’s that time of year again: Lane County’s mowers are gearing up to trim back tall grass and brush along rural County-maintained roads. But before the blades start spinning, crews need a clear path—free of signs, fencing, and other roadside obstacles.  READ MORE...
Road Construction: Gilham Road
Posted on 04/11/2025
Construction on Gilham Road will occur through December 31, 2025.  READ MORE...
ROAD CLOSURE: Office Covered Bridge (Westfir)
Posted on 04/08/2025
The Office Covered Bridge in Westfir will be closed from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, April 19, for the City of Westfir's annual Easter Egg Hunt.   READ MORE...
Lane Events Center hosting April 3 open house for long-range planning effort
Posted on 03/20/2025
Lane Events Center (LEC) is updating its Master Plan to help guide investment in the property over the next 10 to 20 years and hosting an open house to explore initial concepts, discuss emerging values, and help shape a shared vision for the Lane Events Center.  READ MORE...
Spring into action: Donate to Operation Refill the Stockpile
Posted on 03/17/2025
Lane County Health & Human Services, in partnership with First Christian Church, is calling on the community to Spring into Action by donating essential items for those experiencing homelessness.   READ MORE...
Lane County Sheriff’s Office earns accreditation with Northwest Accreditation Alliance
Posted on 03/04/2025
On January 8, 2025, the Northwest Accreditation Alliance Professional Standards Committee unanimously recommended to grant the Lane County Sheriff's Office accredited status.   READ MORE...
New code allowing the placement of rental RVs starts today for rural Lane County properties
Posted on 02/27/2025
Beginning today, February 27, properties in unincorporated Lane County (meaning outside city limits and urban growth boundaries) that are zoned Rural Residential may be able to add a rental recreational vehicle (RV) to their property.  READ MORE...
City of Eugene, Lane County partner to make safety improvements at River Road and Beacon Drive
Posted on 02/12/2025
City of Eugene and Lane County transportation planners are working together to enhance safety features at the intersection of River Road and Beacon Drive in the Santa Clara neighborhood.  READ MORE...
Lane Events Center launches survey, website to kick off long-range planning effort
Posted on 02/11/2025
Lane Events Center (LEC) is updating its Master Plan to help guide investment in the property over the next 10 to 20 years. The process, which will take place over the next six months, is beginning with a community survey.  READ MORE...
Federal Funding Update From Lane County
Posted on 01/31/2025
Lane County is closely monitoring changes at the federal level and any effect they may have on the services we provide to our community. At this time, there are no changes to our services, including at our Community Health Centers of Lane County.   READ MORE...
2025–2026 Confidential Personal Property Returns deadline March 17
Posted on 01/23/2025
The deadline to file a Confidential Personal Property Return (CPPR) for businesses is March 17, 2025.  READ MORE...
Lane County awards $200,000 in grants to support economic development
Posted on 01/16/2025
Eight local nonprofits will receive grant funding from Lane County’s Community & Economic Development Program to support programs and projects focused on economic development.  READ MORE...
Rob Bovett selected to lead Lane County Counsel Office
Posted on 01/14/2025
Rob Bovett, a seasoned attorney with decades of public service experience, has been chosen unanimously as Lane County’s new county counsel and will lead the team of legal staff working on behalf of the Board of County Commissioners and County departments.   READ MORE...
Help create a new strategic plan for Lane County
Posted on 01/14/2025
Lane County is updating its three-year strategic plan for 2025–2027 and wants residents to give input through an online survey.  READ MORE...
Commissioners Loveall and Ceniga chosen as chair, vice chair
Posted on 01/07/2025
The Lane County Board of Commissioners appointed a chair and vice chair during the opening minutes of its first regular meeting of 2025.  READ MORE...
Local elected officials sworn in during annual State Of The County Address today
Posted on 01/06/2025
Lane County swore in new and returning elected officials this morning ahead of the annual State of the County Address given this year by Board of County Commissioners Chair Laurie Trieger.   READ MORE...