Jen Wright
Reporting InternJen is an intern for KLCC, through the Charles Snowden Program for Excellence in Journalism. This is her first radio news job. She is Oregon-born and raised and loves writing, reading and recording. Her favorite things to write about are community and social justice issues, LGBTQIA+ news and history, and cultural deep-dives.
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On Tuesday, the University of Oregon (UO) announced a $500 million gift for its Knight Campus. The contribution comes from Phil and Penny Knight. The gift…
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Bloodworks Northwest and the Red Cross are still experiencing high demand for blood, and supplies are still low. Vicki Finson, with Bloodworks Northwest,…
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As the 4th of July nears, local humane societies are asking pet owners to pay extra attention to pet safety. Fireworks and other explosions can scare…
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Eugene and Springfield police are offering two amnesty days to turn in illegal fireworks without being cited. In Oregon, illegal fireworks include ones…
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Deschutes County has banned all use of fireworks through July 9th, effective immediately, due to the exceptionally dry and hot conditions Oregon is…
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As July 4th nears, fireworks and fire safety are more important than ever. Several cities in Oregon have moved to restrict or ban fireworks this year,…
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Note: This post will be updated as KLCC receives more information.Lane CountyLane County is activating a cooling and heat respite center at the Lane…
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On Saturday, the Olympic Race Walk Trials will be held in downtown Springfield. Traffic control and detours around the racecourse will be in effect.The…
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Temperatures in Western Oregon are expected to reach the triple digits this weekend, and stay warm into next week, with highs in the upper 80s and 90s.…
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Lane County Commissioners Tuesday declared a state of emergency due to extreme drought conditions. This action puts the county in the process to be added…