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Lane County’s proposed budget preserves public services amid reduction

Wed, 06 May 2026 20:38:00 GMT

The proposed Fiscal Year 2026–2027 budget for Lane County is balanced in a way that preserves critical services and makes the most of the limited financial resources available.

2026 Primary Election ballots in the mail

Mon, 04 May 2026 16:55:00 GMT

The Lane County Elections office has placed ballots in the USPS mail stream for the 2026 Primary Election.

Annual test for subscribers of Lane County’s local emergency alert system on Thursday, May 14, at noon

Thu, 30 Apr 2026 20:16:00 GMT

Lane County Emergency Management will test the subscriber-based local emergency alert system – Lane Alerts – on Thursday, May 14, at 12:00 p.m. The test will include emails, recorded voice calls and text messages depending upon each subscriber’s provided contact information.

Free Household Hazardous Waste Roundup in Oakridge on Saturday, May 2

Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:16:00 GMT

The free Household Hazardous Waste Roundup will collect up to 35 gallons of household hazardous waste per customer on Saturday, May 2, in Oakridge.

Are you ready to vote, Lane County?

Wed, 15 Apr 2026 20:01:00 GMT

Posted on FlashAlert: April 15th, 2026 8:00 AM 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 19, 2026 Primary Election. Voters in Lane County must register to vote or make changes to their party affiliation no later than April 28, 2026.

Re-Imagine Earth Day event coming back for second year of community connection

Tue, 14 Apr 2026 16:23:00 GMT

Now in its second year, a coalition of organizations and agencies dedicated to sustainability is proud to announce Re-Imagine Earth Day, an opportunity for the community to engage, learn, and take meaningful steps toward a healthier planet.