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Downsizing Homes in Eugene: Where Buyers Are Moving
Older buyers are shifting to compact homes under 1,800 sq ft in Eugene's River Road and Bethel neighborhoods. Sales up 31% as mortgage rates hold and property taxes rise.
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Listen in English · July 19, 2026 · 1 min
Daily 5 at 5, Eugene, 20 July 2026
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Good evening from Eugene. It's 20 July 2026, and this is Daily 5 at 5. First, Eugene Volunteers Expand High School Sports Access Through Neighborhood Programs. Volunteer networks in Eugene have quietly expanded high school athletics…. Next, Eugene Expands Sports Facilities Venues and Infrastructure Supporting Sport Locally. The city council approved $14 million in upgrades to athletic…. Then, Local fun runs, charity walks and fitness events coming up. Eugene residents can join several community runs and walks along…. Also, Building psychological resilience with small daily habits. Eugene residents are turning to brief, repeatable actions each day…. Finally, Cycling routes safe for families and beginners draw crowds to Eugene parks. Protected paths through Alton Baker Park and along the Willamette…. That's your Daily 5 at 5 for Eugene. We'll be back tomorrow.
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