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The OSPIRG you can't seeOSPIRG started 37 years ago with overwhelming support, but in recent years has become increasingly controversialby Ryan Knutson
In OSPIRG's 37-year existence, it has long had a romance with the state's several universities. But what started as an activist group with passionate student support for its mission - ending environmental degradation and corporate influence in government - has become a group whose very existence is being challenged for a second time in a decade. |
Eugene gas tax increase might stay for goodSet to expire in February, the city council will decide if 2005's gas tax should be made permanentby Jason ReedEugene city councilors implemented in 2005 a 2-cents-per-gallon gas tax increase that was designed to sunset at the end of February 2008, but now councilors are debating whether to make the tax permanent. A number Current gas tax rate in Oregon Eugene - 5 cents per gallon Springfield - 3 cents per gallon Coburg - 3 cents per gallon Cottage Grove - 3 cents per gallon Lane County - No gas tax Oregon's statewide gas tax - 24 cents per gallon - the lowest of the seven western states. |
University student found dead Sunday in Living Learning CenterIn briefby Jason ReedA 21-year old University student was found dead at 1:59 p.m. on Sunday in Living Learning Center South. Eugene police said the medical examiner is looking at the report and has taken the case. "At this point, the death does not appear suspicious," said EPD spokeswoman Melinda Kletzok. |
Laughing Planet Café will replace Holy Cow in EMU Food Services next yearIn briefby Jill AhoEMU Food Services has announced its decision not to renew Holy Cow's lease when it expires June 30 this year. It has elected to replace Holy Cow with Laughing Planet Café. Outside businesses were given the opportunity to bid on both the Holy Cow space and Subway space. |
Web prescriptions offer convenience at a priceThe online market for prescription drugs offers buyers convenience, but a higher risk of dangerby Jill KimballPurchasing pills online may seem more convenient than visiting the doctor's office and waiting in line at the pharmacy, but physicians warn that buyers should exercise caution when choosing a Web site. Dozens of Web sites with names like www.buypillsonline. |
Anniversary of Roe v. Wade to be celebratedA speech by Mayor Kitty Piercy will kick off a week of events put on by Students for Choiceby Mike O'BrienToday marks 35 years since Roe v. Wade legalized abortion and the University's Students for Choice is celebrating the famous Supreme Court hearing's anniversary with a week of events. "I think Roe v. WadeAt a glance Tuesday, Jan. 22 Mayor Kitty Piercy will give a speech regarding the importance of pro-choice activism in today's youth. |
