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Sawdust Hopper Fire Quickly Extinguished by Eugene Firefighters

EUGENE, Ore. – Firefighters in Eugene swiftly responded to a potential fire hazard at Architectural Millwork on Cross Street in Eugene. Workers discovered smoke emanating from a hopper filled with sawdust, prompting them to call for assistance from Eugene Springfield Fire around 10:30 a.m. on June 10. The presence of smoke in a sawdust hopper typically indicates the need to open the hopper to extinguish any embers present, often resulting in a small dust explosion. …

Murderous 7-Eleven Customer Sentenced to Life in Eugene Shooting Case

Eugene, Oregon – A 22-year-old man has been sentenced to life in prison for the shooting death of Stephen Forrest, 32, at a 7-Eleven in Eugene in September 2023. Jaisi Savath was found guilty of second-degree murder with a firearm and unlawful use of a weapon by a Lane County jury last week. Before the trial, Savath had pleaded guilty to unlawful possession of a firearm. The crime occurred when officers from the Eugene Police …

Fentanyl-Laced Drugs Cause Surge in Overdose Deaths in Eugene, Oregon

EUGENE, Ore. – In recent days, the Eugene Police Department (EPD) has been dealing with a concerning spike in overdose-related deaths. Since Wednesday August 2, 2023, there have been at least 8 reported deaths, with initial investigations suggesting a possible connection to illicit drug use and fentanyl. This sudden increase in deaths has raised alarm among law enforcement and health officials in the area. EPD is urging the public to be cautious, as the drugs …