EWEB Nears $2 Billion Energy Contract Decision with BPA by Year-End

The Fuse Theatre Ensemble is staging a production of Stephen Sondheim's musical Assassins, emphasizing themes of resilience and Queer Joy in the face of adversity, as expressed by artistic director Rusty Newton Tennant. In addition, the Vanport Mosaic festival features Damaris Webb's solo show Precipice, which explores themes of racial identity and the challenges faced by mixed-race families in Oregon. These theatrical works highlight the power of storytelling to transform pain into beauty and foster understanding across different communities. Meanwhile, the Eugene Water & Electric Board is preparing to select a new 16-year energy contract with the Bonneville Power Administration, weighing options between two hydropower products, with a preference toward a load-following product expected to save about $1.6 million annually. This decision follows a period of unusually high energy demand during winter and rising summer consumption, underscoring the importance of flexible and reliable power supply. These cultural and civic developments reflect ongoing community engagement in Oregon's social and infrastructural landscapes.