Polystyrene Ban

A new state law which took effect on Jan. 1 prohibits restaurants and food vendors from using Styrofoam to-go containers. Some Oregon cities already had such bans in place, while others are scurrying to comply.

The Eugene City Council approved a ban on single-use plastic bags and Styrofoam containers Monday. The vote was unanimous. The bans take effect January 1,…

Eugene City Council will vote Monday to decide whether to ban polystyrene containers used for prepared food by restaurants and retailers.Polystyrene,…