May 2026 Primary

The McKenzie River near the McKenzie River Ranger Station in McKenzie Bridge, Ore.

Environment

'Watersheds Bill of Rights' qualifies for Lane County ballot

Nathan Wilk

A proposal to create a “Watersheds Bill of Rights” has qualified for the Lane County ballot next May.

Melissa Bird is running against incumbent Val Hoyle in the 4th Congressional District Democratic Primary.

Politics & Government

4th District incumbent, Democrat Val Hoyle, faces new primary challenger from Corvallis

Rebecca Hansen-White

Democratic primary challenger Melissa Bird said she relates to what many Oregonians are going through, and believes she’ll be a stronger voice on their behalf.

Politics & Government

Eugene business owner announces plan to primary Rep. Val Hoyle

Nathan Wilk

A Eugene business owner says he plans to primary U.S. Rep. Val Hoyle next year.