Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
CRESWELL – The Sept. 10 meeting at the Creswell Community Center brought together Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) officials, local administrators, and residents to discuss upcoming changes to floodplain maps in the Creswell and Cottage Grove areas. The update, part of a long-term national effort, utilizes new technology and data[Read More…]
CRESWELL – Things weren’t looking promising for the Creswell Bulldogs early this season. After an 0-2 start, key injuries, and a general lack of execution, the Bulldogs were looking more like the “Under Dawgs” with each game. But first-year head coach Chase Beach remained confident in the Bulldogs long-term potential[Read More…]
When the current Administration rescinded a directive from the previous Administration that would have allowed for the removal of the three lower Snake River dams, it sent shockwaves through the scientific and angling communities in the Pacific Northwest. Many believe that removing these dams is essential to prevent salmon from[Read More…]
SPRINGFIELD – Starting in October, Willamalane hosts a variety of different Halloween celebrations, drawing in thousands of visitors during the district’s busiest times of year. Willamalane’s first fall event of the season kicks off with Ghostly Golf on Oct. 3. This event runs from Oct. 3-12 and again Oct. 19-Nov.[Read More…]
Donations will help stock the district’s food pantry SPRINGFIELD, Ore. – Join a special afternoon at Camp Putt that benefits Willamalane’s food pantry. On Sept. 12-14, bring three cans of food per person as admission for a round of mini-golf at Camp Putt. Donations will support the food pantry at[Read More…]
SPRINGFIELD – Sally Golden, a special education teacher at the Community Transition Program in Springfield, has been named one of Oregon’s 2025-26 Regional Teachers of the Year. Last week, students, staff, and friends gathered at Brattain House to celebrate. “I continue to see each and every student as a unique[Read More…]
Douglas Lund, affectionately known as Doug, passed away peacefully on August 15, 2025, at the age of 84, surrounded by his loving family. His passing followed complications from a fall. Doug was a cherished member of the Cottage Grove and Creswell, Oregon communities and a resident of Willamette Oaks in[Read More…]
