About

MyEugene is an independent news site for the communities of Eugene, Oregon. The content is  created and submitted by the people of Eugene, for the people of Eugene. MyEugene appeals to citizens rather than consumers. It appeals to individuals rather than business owners. It appeals to people rather than political leaders. And it appeals to neighbors rather than environmentalists or developers.

So, because MyEugene appeals to citizens, individuals, people, and neighbors, it is an information resource for everyone living in Eugene. Its purpose:

• To share local news and happenings
• To provide a channel for community-member voices and a means for large-scale conversation
• To feature neighborhood stories that are not reported elsewhere
• To learn more about Eugene
• To give back to the community that has given to us
• To virtually bond Eugene’s distinct neighborhoods

MyEugene is for you. MyEugene is your voice. MyEugene is your news.

This site was created in the spirit of sharing and collaboration. And we hope that spirit energizes your efforts to help keep MyEugene timely and lively. But most importantly, we’re counting on you to help us represent those who cannot contribute their voices. You know people in from every corner of Eugene. You are privy to the goings on throughout the city and its neighborhood nooks. You know about the stories that are being told, and those that aren’t. Please help us represent everyone – including those who can’t be heard via this communication channel.

Special thanks to My Ballard, our regional inspiration.

Sincerely,
Jaculynn Peterson

p.s. If you haven’t heard of “citizen journalism,” here’s a primer.

Jaculynn in her dream office