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	Get your fix From their humble Pacific Northwest beginnings, Dutch Bros. and Starbucks developed different techniques to wake people up across the nation by Jason Reed Every day people around the world consume 1.4 billion cups of coffee, and the drink is the second largest export in the world behind oil. The United States guzzles more coffee than any other nation, and the demand for the brew is high, especially among sleep-deprived college students on the go and short on cash.
	Old downtown on track for its modern makeover The key to Eugene's development is balancing a local business feel with the needs of a growing community by Mike O'Brien Mike O'Brien News Reporter Walt Hunt looks back on downtown Eugene as a fun and busy place filled with fountains, stores and people everywhere. "When I moved here in the '70s, it was the most vital downtown of a city its size in the United States," said Hunt, who owns New Odyssey Juice & Java, a juice bar and coffee shop on the corner of Willamette Street and East 10th Avenue.
	Living next to students can be rewarding, challenging There are a few things students should know in order to be by Jill Aho A tall tree nearly obscures Connie Berglund's small white house from the street. It doesn't stand out among the other houses on the block, only the height of grass separates her property from her student neighbors. Here on Harris Street, that is one of the few things that distinguish permanent residents like Berglund from people who rent.
	Good beer: what Oregon does best Oregon's thriving culture of microbrewing makes it stand apart from anywhere else in the country by Andrew Greif \| Freelance Reporter Officially, signs posted at Oregon's borders read, "Welcome to Oregon." But they might as well read, "Beervana." That's the nickname the Oregon Brewers Guild is pushing for state recognition and, after looking at the state's bevy of international-caliber beers, it's hard to find anything outlandish with the suggestion.
	Eugene offers a plethora of parks To take a hike or play a sport, there's a park for every outdoor activity by Becca Bartleson \| Freelance Reporter Eugene is a city rich with parks and open spaces. With more than 3,000 acres and a wide variety of stages of development, these public spaces offer opportunities for athletes, hikers, skate boarders, children at play, dogs and nature enthusiasts alike. Some of the larger, more prestigious parks are a must see for any resident new to the area or just exploring the parks for the first time.
	Get to know your city council by Becca Bartleson \| Freelance Reporter The city of Eugene has been consistently rated by various publications one of the most livable cities in the country, and the Eugene City Council intends to keep it that way. Though their opinions and actions may differ, the councilors are trying to support decisions that reflect what the people of this city want.
	West Univeristy Neighborhood will have its park Construction will begin in spring and is estimated to be finished by fall of 2008 by Becca Bartleson \| Freelance Reporter On East 14th Avenue, between Hilyard and Patterson streets, is a rectangular patch of dirt dominated by a bulletin board and a few "No Parking" signs, but not for long. This area will soon be the site of the new West University Neighborhood Park. "I like to call it the micro park," said Deborah Healey, an active West University Neighborhood resident.
	New rules proposed to cope with game day drinking by Associated Press When the crowds descend on Autzen Stadium on football weekends throughout the fall, just about every police officer in Eugene is on hand to help manage the hordes. That leaves the acres of tailgate parties that have sprung around the home field largely unsupervised - a situation that's led the police department to petition for changes to Eugene's public drinking ordinance.
	Fifth Street Public Market by Katie Michael Located in the heart of downtown, the Fifth Street Public Market reveals to tourists and locals the unique and diverse vibe of Eugene. The market, which opened in 1976, is home to local retailers, international cafes, high-end fashion boutiques, and art galleries.