Samantha Pierotti

Eugene

Food, Drinks, and "Things to Do" Reporter at The Register-Guard

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Moldy ribs and ungloved hands: See latest Lane County restaurant inspections

1 day ago | yahoo.com | Samantha Pierotti

Weekly restaurant inspection resultsAbout restaurant inspections: This is a snapshot of the inspections conducted by the Lane County Health Department. Twice annually, licensed restaurants receive unannounced inspections that focus on food temperatures, food preparation practices, worker hygiene, dishwashing and sanitizing, and equipment and facility cleanliness. Violations: Restaurant scores are based on a 100-point scale.
Eugene Pride 2025: What to know about location, tickets, security

4 days ago | registerguard.com | Samantha Pierotti

Eugene Pride is moving its annual festival from Alton Baker Park to the Lane County Fairgrounds. There will be security, a clear bag policy and an afterparty, all of which are new to the event. Brooks McLain has been involved with Eugene Pride for 9 years, but this year will be different. "Pride is so much fun and good energy, everyone is smiling and full of love," McLain, the board president of Eugene Pride, said. "It is like being in a rainbow."The festival is trying out some bold new changes.
Dance with Dolly and soar through space with Eugene Symphony's 2025-26 Blockbuster season

4 days ago | registerguard.com | Samantha Pierotti

The Eugene Symphony just released its blockbuster lineup for the 2025 and 2026 season. The season is made up of five shows and will be a mishmash of rock music, country music and movie-inspired themes. Whether you're partial to Dolly Parton, Journey or movie scores, this Eugene Symphony Blockbuster season has something for you. Here are the shows in Eugene Symphony's blockbuster series.
Cottage Grove man arrested for allegedly encouraging child sex abuse

1 week ago | registerguard.com | Samantha Pierotti

A 61-year-old man from Cottage Grove was arrested on June 19 for allegedly possessing sexually explicit images of children, according to the Cottage Grove Police Department. The man was arrested at his home at 12:30 p.m. June 19, police said. Police said the man was arrested as part of an ongoing investigation conducted by police with assistance from the Lane County Sheriff's Office and FBI. A search warrant had previously been executed at his house prior to his arrest, police said.
Level 3 'go now' evacuation notice issued for vegetation fire near Mapleton

1 week ago | registerguard.com | Samantha Pierotti

The Lane County Sheriff's Office has issued a level 3 "go now" evacuation notice for residents near Mapleton due to a wildfire reported in the area. Level 3 is the highest evacuation notice, and residents are urged to leave their homes immediately.
Rice Fire near Mapleton downgraded to level 2 'be set' evacuation order

1 week ago | statesmanjournal.com | Samantha Pierotti

(This story has been updated to include new information)The Lane County Sheriff's Office downgraded evacuation orders from level 3 "go now" to level 2 "be set" on June 19 for residents near Mapleton due to the Rice Fire. The level 2 evacuation order means to be ready to leave your home at a moments notice and that there is significant danger in your area. The following areas are under level 2 "be set" due to the wildfire. The order was issued by the sheriff's office just after 7 p.m. June 19.
Support Black business owners at Eugene's Juneteenth celebration

1 week ago | registerguard.com | Samantha Pierotti

Eugene's Juneteenth celebration, Beyond 1865 — Rooted in Resilience, will feature food, music, activities and Black-owned businesses. Organizer Shanaé Joyce-Stringer aims to create a dedicated space for Black culture and community. The event includes a kids' zone, an elder space themed "Melanin Oasis" and live music performances. Beyond 1865 — Rooted in Resilience, 2025's Juneteenth event, will be an afternoon full of food, activities, music, and fun at the Eugene Farmer's Market Pavilion.
Register Guard readers vote for favorite ice cream shop Eugene

1 week ago | registerguard.com | Samantha Pierotti

Friday is the first official day of summer and, while Eugeneans don't wait for a warm, sunny day to do most anything, here at The Register-Guard, we're on the search for the perfect summer treat. We're starting with ice cream and asking our readers, "Where should we go to grab a scoop?"Eugene has an abundance of local ice cream shops.
Rodent droppings, unmarked egg rolls: Lane County Health Inspections

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Samantha Pierotti

About restaurant inspections: This is a snapshot of the inspections conducted by the Lane County Health Department. Twice annually, licensed restaurants receive unannounced inspections that focus on food temperatures, food preparation practices, worker hygiene, dishwashing and sanitizing, and equipment and facility cleanliness. Violations: Restaurant scores are based on a 100-point scale. Priority violations deduct 5 points, and priority foundation violations deduct 3 points.
Perogis please: Domek, serving Eastern European menu, now open on Willamette St.

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Samantha Pierotti

Soft light trickles into the dining room of Domek from Willamette Street, washing the warm walls of the new restaurant in a golden glow. Tiny clay, cottage-shaped vases dot each table, a nod to the direct translation of the restaurant's name, which means cottage in Polish. Domek is chef Andrew Hroza's newest project. The restaurant had its soft opening on June 5, and was officially open for business on June 6. This was Hroza's eighth restaurant opening, and he said it went extremely well.