The Torch

The Torch The independent student news group of Lane Community College

01/28/2026

An Ice Out protest escalated into a chaotic scene as demonstrators attempted to flee flash bangs and tear gas Monday, Jan. 27, outside the federal building at Seventh Avenue and Pearl Street in Eugene. Despite repeatedly shouting “Press! I’m press,” Torch staff member Agostinho Da Silva was struck by pepper balls six times fired by members of the Department of Homeland Security.

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From our newsroom to wherever you are, all of us at The Torch wish you a happy and restful holiday season. Thank you for...
12/24/2025

From our newsroom to wherever you are, all of us at The Torch wish you a happy and restful holiday season. Thank you for reading, supporting and uplifting student journalism 📰✨🎄❄️☃️

Check out LCC Chamber Choir end to fall term at Ragozzino Hall on campus or online at lcctorch.com
12/05/2025

Check out LCC Chamber Choir end to fall term at Ragozzino Hall on campus or online at lcctorch.com

The latest print is out! 📰✨ Look for our Turkey Day edition in boxes around campus by the end of the day. 🦃📦
11/20/2025

The latest print is out! 📰✨ Look for our Turkey Day edition in boxes around campus by the end of the day. 🦃📦

Students push back on SGA letter about union signage.Dozens of LCC students say a recent Student Government Association ...
11/10/2025

Students push back on SGA letter about union signage.
Dozens of LCC students say a recent Student Government Association letter calling for the removal of faculty union signs does not reflect the wider student body. A student response letter with 38 signatures was submitted to the Board of Education and read at its Nov. 5 meeting.

Read the full story at LCCTorch.com. Link in bio.

Pickleball for the Masses: how this fast-growing sport is bringing community, fun, and fitness to everyone 🎾 Read more a...
10/20/2025

Pickleball for the Masses: how this fast-growing sport is bringing community, fun, and fitness to everyone 🎾

Read more about the new addition to Lane in our October issue (available in print or online) 🗞️

 President Tim Cook ran 1,500 miles to spotlight and support students basic needs. Powerful moments captured during Pres...
10/17/2025

President Tim Cook ran 1,500 miles to spotlight and support students basic needs. Powerful moments captured during President Cooks’ stop at LCC including a sentiment from President Stephanie Bulger!

Read more about Tim Cooks’ journey to advocating for student needs in our October issue (available in print and online) 🗞️

Curious how the STAR program makes a real difference? Read more in print or online to get closer to understanding this a...
10/16/2025

Curious how the STAR program makes a real difference? Read more in print or online to get closer to understanding this amazing resource for eligible students on campus! ⭐️

Read about Navigate360 to learn how to register for classes up to a year in advance! This is an amazing opportunity for ...
10/15/2025

Read about Navigate360 to learn how to register for classes up to a year in advance! This is an amazing opportunity for students to map out their year and discover features of Navigate360.

Available in print or online at lcctorch.com 🗞️ 🔱

Have you grabbed the latest issue of The Torch yet? It’s our final edition before summer break — don’t miss out! Perfect...
06/08/2025

Have you grabbed the latest issue of The Torch yet? It’s our final edition before summer break — don’t miss out! Perfect prop for your grad pics, just sayin’. 🎓📸

Preliminary results from the May 20 election are now available.These early numbers reflect the current vote counts for t...
05/21/2025

Preliminary results from the May 20 election are now available.
These early numbers reflect the current vote counts for the Lane Community College Board of Education as of 8 p.m. on Election Day. Keep in mind that these results are not final — ballots are still being counted, and official results will be certified in the coming days.

The Torch will continue to follow the race and share updates as more information becomes available. For now, here’s where things stand.

Have you seen the latest issue? It’s here—our May 20 Special Election edition is out now! Featuring a guest viewpoint fr...
05/10/2025

Have you seen the latest issue? It’s here—our May 20 Special Election edition is out now! Featuring a guest viewpoint from a former Torch editor, plus stories on battery explosions, gardening, dance, Powwow coverage, and more. Pick up your copy on campus, at the Downtown Center, or at the Eugene Weekly office (1251 Lincoln St., Eugene).

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