Travel Oregon Leadership: Kate Sinner has been named the new executive director of Travel Oregon, stepping in after Todd Davidson and starting July 6, with a focus on boosting the state’s tourism economy. Wildfire Safety for Visitors: Oregon Health Authority updated its Oregon Air Quality Guide for Children and Youth, urging families to adjust outdoor plans during wildfire smoke and other air pollution events. Outdoor Weather Watch: A cool, showery stretch continues across Oregon before drying out midweek; breezy conditions are possible in the Gorge, followed by warmer temps and a potential first heatwave this weekend. Eugene Sports Tourism: Eugene is set to host the NCAA Division I Outdoor Track and Field Championships, with Kansas decathlete John Swabik competing and Oregon’s Hayward Field spotlighting major events. Homelessness & World Cup Travel: Cities hosting World Cup matches are using the spotlight to push housing-first approaches for homelessness, but many venues say they’re relying on existing programs without new World Cup funding. Local Shelter Funding: Lane County commissioners extended a contract for an out-of-state operator running the River Avenue Navigation Center, sparking debate over costs and how funding should be measured. Gas Prices: Douglas County’s regular gas hit $4.77 in the week ending May 30, while Hood River County saw midgrade at $5.19—useful for road-trip planning.