@CapitolCurrents

News Director for @KLCCOregon

 Oregon, USA
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Joined March 2011
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KLCC@KLCCOregon4 Apr 2025
KLCC looks forward to hosting two Snowden interns this summer: Julia Boboc and Gabriella Sgro, who are both students at @UOsojc @uoregon
Snowden Program for Excellence in Journalism@UO_Snowden4 Apr 2025
Meet the 2025 class of the Charles Snowden Program for Excellence in Journalism — 22 Oregon college students ready to gain real-world experience in community journalism across the state. snowden.uoregon.edu/2025-sno…
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KLCC@KLCCOregon8 Oct 2024
This fall, KLCC is moderating elections-focused forums for @city_eugene. This week, KLCC’s @BecAnneW moderates a conversation among candidates for the 4th Cong. District. Have a question for the panelists? Send it to [email protected] #oregonelections #americaamplified
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DickHughes@DickHughes19 Jul 2024
Peter Courtney undoubtedly will grumble about what I wrote about him. Sometimes his grumbles were his version of a compliment; sometimes they were real grumbles. In any case, here is what I wrote. #ORpol #ORleg oregoncapitalinsider.com/opi…
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KLCC@KLCCOregon17 Apr 2024
Tune in to Think Out Loud on KLCC today at noon to hear KLCC reporter @BecAnneW discuss the Eugene mayor's race. #orpol opb.org/article/2024/04/16/c…

Candidates for Eugene’s open mayoral seat address crime, environmental protection, homelessness and...

Oregon’s second largest city has an open seat for mayor. Incumbent Eugene mayor Lucy Vinis announced last year she would not be seeking a third term of office.

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KLCC@KLCCOregon16 Apr 2024
KLCC is currently recruiting for a part-time host. The person with this job would primarily host Weekend Edition (on Sat/Sun) and would also have the chance to frequently pick up weekday air shifts. Apply at the link: jobs.lanecc.edu/postings/125…
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KLCC@KLCCOregon11 Mar 2024
As Oregon more actively enforces state rules around water usage, some farmers have learned that they’ve been operating illegally for years. #orpol klcc.org/environment/2024-03…

As Oregon enforces its water use requirements, small farmers face the consequences

As Oregon more actively enforces state rules around water usage, some farmers have learned that they’ve been operating illegally for years.

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KLCC@KLCCOregon22 Feb 2024
A political showdown in Corvallis took a new turn today when a federal judge issued an injunction against the city. The latest from @BecAnneW #orpol klcc.org/crime-law-justice/2…

Judge blocks efforts to remove Corvallis councilor from office during lawsuit

A federal judge in Eugene has barred the city of Corvallis from removing a city council member from office until her lawsuit is resolved. Charlyn Ellis has accused the city of violating her constit...

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An overdue thanks to the folks @KLCCOregon who recently hosted my @UOsojc Audio Storytelling class. We talked about public media, reaching younger audiences, business models and more! 🎧🎙️💰 Thanks again for having us Chris Lehman (aka @CapitolCurrents)!
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KLCC@KLCCOregon14 Jan 2024
A round-up of today's weather news (1/3) The City of Eugene has declared a snow/ice emergency: klcc.org/disasters-accidents…

Eugene declares snow/ice emergency as winter weather socks region

As winter weather envelops much of Oregon, the City of Eugene has declared a "snow/ice emergency."

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KLCC@KLCCOregon19 Dec 2023
Eugene's e-scooter rental program is coming to an end...for now, at least. klcc.org/transportation/2023…

Eugene's e-scooter program to shut down

Eugene’s e-scooter program is closing down following reports that the manufacturer, Superpedestrian, is going out of business.

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KLCC@KLCCOregon8 Dec 2023
Historically, museums have taken a detached, Eurocentric approach to Native American culture. But more recently, Indigenous advocates have pushed these institutions to use more Native input on exhibits and programming, to be more authentic and respectful. klcc.org/arts-culture/2023-1…

Indigenous movement to 'decolonize' museums forges on across Oregon and the U.S.

Historically, museums across the U.S. have taken a detached, scholarly, and archaic view of Native Americans. But over the past decade especially, there’s been a push by Native advocates and their...

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Chris Lehman retweeted
KLCC@KLCCOregon14 Nov 2023
KLCC is hiring a part-time weekend news anchor and program host. More information is available at our website. klcc.org/jobs

Jobs at KLCC

KLCC is hiring an Assistant News Director/Reporter. Learn more and apply today!

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Spread the word: We are now accepting applications for summer 2024 internships. Learn more and apply by Friday, Jan. 12, 2024: snowden.uoregon.edu/applicat…

Snowden Internship Application

Apply for a chance to be selected for the Snowden Internship, an honor bestowed on students at the University of Oregon School of Journalism and Communications.

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Chris Lehman retweeted
KLCC@KLCCOregon4 Oct 2023
In initial returns posted on the Lane County Elections website, the attempt to recall Rep. Paul Holvey, D-Eugene is failing by a 90% to 10% margin. This includes results from one-quarter of the registered voters in Holvey's district. #orpol #orleg
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KLCC@KLCCOregon4 Aug 2023
BREAKING: The University of Oregon's Board of Trustees has voted unanimously to authorize the school to leave the Pac-12 and join the Big-10. The change is expected to take effect prior to the 2024 football season.
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Sturgeon moon rises over the Oregon State Capitol.
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Chris Lehman retweeted
DickHughes@DickHughes28 Jul 2023
Self-serve gas apparently will become the law in Oregon. The legislation is not the list of potential vetos just released by @GovTinaKotek. #ORpol #ORleg
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Chris Lehman retweeted
Brian Bull@bcbull15 Jul 2023
Two years ago, I covered the Jingle Dress Project at Cannon Beach. Great event, wonderful people 🌊🪨♥️
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Chris Lehman retweeted
KLCC@KLCCOregon11 Jul 2023
BREAKING: The Eugene City Council voted this evening to repeal an ordinance that would have banned natural gas hookups in new low-rise residential buildings. The action means that voters will not decide whether to approve the ordinance in November. #orpol klcc.org/politics-government…

Eugene natural gas ban removed from upcoming ballot

Eugene voters will not be deciding this November whether to approve an ordinance to restrict natural gas.

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Chris Lehman retweeted
KLCC@KLCCOregon4 Jul 2023
As of this morning, the wildfire in the Moon Mountain neighborhood of Eugene is 35% contained. Level 1 "Be Ready" evacuation notices remain in effect for the area. Latest updates at our website: klcc.org/2023-07-03/wildfire…

Level 1 Evacuation Notice still in place for wildfire in east Eugene

A fire in southeast Eugene is 60% contained and an estimated 40 acres in size. The fire started Monday evening at around 6 p.m. in Moon Mountain City Park.

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