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Treasures of the trails: The best places to run in Eugene The air is crispening and the higher temps are behind us — peak running season has arrived. Get off the treadmill and onto the trail and explore these three running spots. By Jess McComb Arts & Culture Editor
It’s easy to justify treadmill running when the heat has peaked or rain is pummeling the ground. But as fall brings us those wonderful crisp, bluebird days, the great outdoors is the only acceptable place to rack your miles. These three trails are running distance from most university housing and make for some scenic runs. See pg 18 for full story
INVESTIGATIONS
ESPRESSO ROMA’S HISTORY OF HEALTH VIOLATIONS
Espresso Roma, a local favorite coffee shop for many University of Oregon students, has failed to respond to concerns raised by Lane County Public Health after reports uncover multiple health code violations
Espresso Roma is a coffee shop located close to the University of Oregon on 13th Ave.
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Amazon Park has a 3.5 running trail located in Eugene, Ore. Along the way are multiple other recreation structures.
CITY NEWS
Delta Ponds Trail construction nearing completion By Joseph Chiu City News Associate Editor
The Delta Ponds Trail in Eugene is going through the final piece of construction on the loop trail around the pond after years of delays and setbacks. The construction contract to build a bridge, trail extension and boardwalk was signed in June 2023. This trail is part of a larger redevelopment project that the City of Eugene has planned for over two decades. One of the goals of the redevelopment was to re-establish the Delta Ponds’ connection to the Willamette River. The concept of having such a trail was first outlined in a 2004 planning document. See pg 11 for full story
By Ana Narayan Investigations Reporter
The Lane County Public Health Department has revealed several health concerns for customers about Espresso Roma’s condition within recent years, according to health inspection reports obtained by the Daily Emerald. A cafe located on East 13th Avenue, Espresso Roma is a popular hub for stu-
PHOTO
OLYMPIC TRIALS RECAP Top athletes gathered at the UO this summer for the preOlympic trials, competing for a chance to represent the U.S. (Jonathan Suni/Emerald) See pg 9 for photos
dents and locals alike due to its proximity to University of Oregon and nearby neighborhoods. The cafe has been a long-standing destination for over 40 years, and is widely recognized for its laid-back atmosphere, plentiful seating and a variety of food and beverage selections. Like all restaurants, Espresso Roma undergoes semi-annual health inspections by Lane County Public Health. Af-
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ter an inspection, all facilities receive a sanitation score. Espresso Roma scored an 80 out of 100 during its most recent inspection in July, scoring far lower than other nearby cafes students frequent to. Since July 10, 2023, Espresso Roma has faced multiple health and food safety violations, but it began to encounter more frequent problems and subsequent See pg 13 for full story
UPCOMING GAMES:
OREGON V. MICHIGAN STATE FRI., OCT. 4, 6 P.M. OREGON V. OHIO STATE SAT., OCT. 12, 4:30 P.M.
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