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Spring showers bring busy mowers—keeping roadsides clear keeps us all moving

Thu, 09 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT

It’s that time of year again: as spring rains fuel rapid roadside growth, Lane County’s mowing crews are preparing to tackle 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 obstacles in the public right-of-way.

April is National Alcohol Awareness Month and Distracted Driving Awareness Month

Wed, 08 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT

To help keep our roads and communities safe, Lane County reminds everyone that April is National Alcohol Awareness Month and Distracted Driving Awareness Month.

School electronic recycling competition wrapping up on April 24

Mon, 06 Apr 2026 00:00:00 GMT

The 2026 Electronics Recycling Competition is ending soon, but there is still time for schools to join the effort and make a difference before April 24.

Lane County Housing and Community Action launches 2026 Community Needs Survey

Tue, 31 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Community members are invited to share feedback on essential services provided by Lane County Housing and Community Action (HACA) programs.

Concerning visitor and animal behavior requires Lane County Parks to remove some coyotes from Mt. Pisgah

Wed, 18 Mar 2026 00:00:00 GMT

Over the past two months, the frequency of coyote sightings in the park has increased dramatically with more than 30 sightings reported in January alone. The nature of the sightings has also changed. Coyotes are reported to follow people and dogs, to not show fear when people attempt to chase them off, and to approach people and vehicles in a way that suggests begging for food.