The Small Business Employment Index remained essentially flat at 100.2 in June, down from 100.3 in May. This is the fourth consecutive month in which the Index has declined. The reading is below the 2025 average of 101.2 but still slightly above the historical average of 100.0. “Nationally, it looks like small business owners ……

PLEASANT HILL – As the grass continues to wither and crunch, there are still places to escape the drought and embrace the beauty of summer, like at the 7th annual Lavender Hill Farm U-Pick Event, hosted by self-proclaimed “lavender lover” Susie Daletas. From July 10 to 12, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Daletas and…

BASICS ■ Where: Coiner Park, 1319 E. Main St., Cottage Grove■ When: Thursday, July 16-Saturday, July 18 ■ Website: Spirit of Bohemia Mining Days – Celebrating Cottage Grove’s Heritage and Family Fun! THURSDAY HIGHLIGHTS■ Noon: Bohemia City Opening Ceremony, 12 p.m. at the Main Stage. Also enjoy over 85 vendors, live music, Kid Zone activities,…

A coalition of philanthropic and business partners is helping rural fire services, government agencies, and nonprofits to get ready and respond. Oregon Community Foundation, The Ford Family Foundation, the Marie Lamfrom Charitable Foundation, and Les Schwab Tire Centers announced a package of support totaling at least $1 million in grants, alongside a statewide tire donation…

A new lawsuit seeking to invalidate the Bureau of Land Management’s Northwestern and Coastal Oregon Resource Management Plan for western Oregon’s O&C lands threatens to delay active forest management across 1.3 million acres just as Oregon enters another dangerous wildfire season, the American Forest Resource Council (AFRC) said last week. The lawsuit asks a federal…

DEXTER – A Lowell woman has died after being involved in a vehicle accident on July 2 on Highway 58. Around 11:40 a.m., the Oregon State Police responded to a fatal two-vehicle accident near milepost 12. The preliminary investigation indicated a dark green Toyota Camry, operated by Sarah Rachel Pratt, 55, of Lowell, was turning…

CRESWELL – Children’s author Geri True will visit Storytime and host a special presentation at the Creswell Library on July 9. Author of “Grownups Say the Strangest Things” and “No Time for a Screen,” True has a lifelong passion for storytelling that began during her childhood on a small farm in rural Nebraska, according to…

Oregon employers considering layoffs can turn to the Oregon Employment Department’s Work Share program to reduce short-term costs and retain skilled employees. When business slows down, participating employers can reduce staff hours but continue to support their employees with partial Unemployment Insurance (UI) benefits to help offset reduced wages. “Work Share gives employers of all…

THURSTON – The system of mountain bike trails at Willamalane’s Thurston Hills Natural Area, 7575 McKenzie Highway, continues to expand, thanks to the mountain bike club, Disciples of Dirt. A new black-diamond downhill mountain biking trail opened for riding July 3. The trail is designed for advanced riders seeking a challenging experience. An additional lower…

Last weekend, Lane County welcomed athletes, families and fans from across the country as seven sporting events took place throughout the area. The activity included the Savannah Bananas, USA BMX Lumberjack Nationals, USTA PNW Adult 55 & Over Section Championships, Summer Solstice Ultimate Tournament in Eugene, Mountain Bike Oregon in Oakridge, and the USRowing Northwest…

Lane Transit District has cut fares by up to 50% with “Dollar Days of Summer,” through Aug. 31. LTD’s fares are being reduced by up to 50%, with $1 adult single rides and $2 day passes. The discount will also apply to other fares and LTD services. LTD’s Board of Directors approved the fare promotion…

SPRINGFIELD – Law enforcement officers from the Eugene-Springfield area were scheduled to run through the streets of Springfield and Eugene on Wednesday, July 8, carrying the Flame of Hope in support of the Law Enforcement Torch Run benefiting Special Olympics Oregon (SOOR). Celebrating 40 years, the Law Enforcement Torch Run aims to raise awareness and…

SPRINGFIELD – Andrew Miller is spending the summer reconnecting with old friends. The Springfield Drifters pitcher spent the first 12 years of his life in Pleasant Hill before moving to the coast, where he graduated from Knappa High School. A decade after moving away, Miller is running into people he knew during his time in…

TUESDAY SPRINGFIELD – Drifters pitchers Tristan Ledbetter, Blake Stavros, and Cooper Mullens combined to secure a 2-1 victory over the Berries. It was the team’s first win since June 23. “After the road trip, that was huge. Our pitching staff came out tonight and gave up one (run),” coach Jeff Lyle said. “It took a…

Two former Thurston teammates could both be selected in the Major League Baseball Draft this weekend. Maddox Molony was a senior and Grady Saunders a freshman when they helped the Colts win the 2023 Class 5A state title with a 2-1 win over West Albany. Just over three years later, the two could both be…

TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE T.S. No.: OR-26-1037892-SW Reference is made to that certain deed made by, CHRISTOPHER MELENDEZ, UNMARRIED as Grantor to FIRST AMERICAN TITLE INSURANCE COMPANY OF OREGON, as trustee, in favor of KEYBANK NATIONAL ASSOCIATION, as Beneficiary, dated 11/5/2019, recorded 1/15/2020, in official records of LANE County, Oregon in book/reel/volume No. and/or as…

William “Bill” James Somerville, 89, of Creswell, Oregon, passed away peacefully on June 8, 2026. Born on August 11, 1936, in Eugene, Oregon, to George Edwin and Rebekah Rose Somerville, Bill lived a life marked by kindness, hard work, generosity, faith, humor, honesty, creativity, and a deep love for animals. He was a beloved husband,…

CRESWELL – Most folks recognize July 3 as the eve of Independence Day in the United States, but for Creswell resident Jenni Donley, the date also represents National Drop a Rock Day. At around 9 p.m. on the day before the Fourth of July, Donley and other community members set out around town to hide…

SPRINGFIELD – Folks in Springfield can find something to do every Wednesday morning in July at the City Hall Fountain Plaza thanks to the Springfield Public Library and History Museum. June 17 marked the kickoff of the 2026 Summer Reading Program with a Tahitian dance and storytelling by Anavai O Te Ora. Last Wednesday, the…

COTTAGE GROVE – Theater can be a transformative experience for students, fostering personal growth alongside academic development. “Theater, for many students, can be a place to not only grow academically but personally. Creativity, empathy, and self-confidence are just the beginning of what theater can do. It changed my life for the better; I hope I…

COTTAGE GROVE – A nonprofit in Cottage Grove recently received federal money for the purchase of a school bus to serve youth with significant disabilities throughout Lane County. Circle of Friends is a K-8 school that serves children with special needs, focusing on opportunity-centered, community-driven support and ensuring that every student has a place to…

LANE COUNTY – In an attempt to save money and cut costs in the county’s waste management division, Lane County is considering reducing hours and closing transfer stations, and raising disposal fees. Lane County Commissioners are deciding how to proceed with services after approving a budget that includes $3 million in cuts to the waste…

SPRINGFIELD – Springfield Utility Board is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States of America with a Light of Liberty event this Saturday, starting at 4 p.m. Light of Liberty, now in its 20th year, is a fundraiser at Island Park with music, food, family activities, and a fireworks show set to music and…

Editor’s note: This story was updated to include a new map of the parade route, reflecting a change in the starting location from 9th Street to 8th Street as currently published on the Chamber website. CRESWELL – The self-proclaimed “place to be for the Fourth of July” appears to be proving its merit as Creswell…

CRESWELL – With its traditional Grand Parade and a day that’s chock-full of fun activities, the rodeo returns for the second consecutive year to add even more action to the scene. Now, thanks to a local family who wanted to do something special and long-lasting for their hometown, Creswell has a new tradition to put…

EUGENE – Lane Transit District (LTD) will implement its Sunday bus schedules on July 4, and customer service centers in Eugene and Springfield will operate from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. In support of the annual OTC Butte To Butte event, LTD has arranged an express shuttle service for participants and passengers heading to the…

SPRINGFIELD – After six months of behind-the-scenes collections care and gallery renovations, the Springfield History Museum will reopen to the public on Friday, July 10, at 10 a.m., inviting visitors to experience a refreshed museum and a new exhibit exploring the history of farm labor in the Willamette Valley. During the closure, museum staff, volunteers,…

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The U.S. Postal Service is under attack by the federal government. Prior to a Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee hearing on USPS reform hearing last week, the National Newspaper Association submitted a statement to the committee and met with committee staff to share concerns about rising postal costs, declining service performance, and the…

There is just something about a good meal that brings people together. Whether it’s family reunions, tailgating, or community festivals, special events are more special with tasty grub. While it’s no secret that good food is key, what about the dishes the food is served on? It may seem like an afterthought, but dishware can…

COTTAGE GROVE – At about 1:30 p.m. on June 22, the Lane County Sheriff’s Office was notified that Marjorie Ann Gray’s vehicle had been located in the Mosby Creek area, east of Cottage Grove. The vehicle was discovered by individuals working in the vicinity. Gray had been reported missing since June 17. Deputies from the…

SPRINGFIELD – A children’s performer was arrested on multiple sex abuse charges after Springfield Police investigated allegations involving a 12-year-old and a 14-year-old, with incidents reportedly occurring between Jan. 1, 2023, and June 9, 2026. Patrick O’Neill, 62, of Springfield, who is better known by his stage name Corey O’Neill, was taken into custody on…

CRESWELL – Following a month-long investigation into allegations of sexual abuse involving a juvenile, two Creswell residents were arrested June 25 in the 82900-block of Scott Lane. Aubry Siobhan Blaylock, 28, and Erik Michael Maynes, 32, were taken into custody and booked at the Lane County Jail on charges related to sex crimes against a…

“Why did you run off secretly and deceive me? Why didn’t you tell me, so I could send you away with joy and singing to the music of timbrels and harps? You didn’t even let me kiss my grandchildren and my daughters goodbye. You have done a foolish thing.”– Genesis 31:27-28 I have been thinking…

SPRINGFIELD – When J.J. Altobelli recommended LJ Layhew spend his summer in Springfield, the Rice catcher searched a map. “The first thing I had to do was look up where it was at,” Layhew said. “I’ve never been anywhere near the Northwest before.” Layhew is a Houston native who only had to move a few…

DRIFTERS RECAPS TUESDAY WALLA WALLA, Wash. – The Drifters’ offense could muster only four hits and one unearned run through seven innings last Tuesday. But after right-hander Sonny Pena struck out the side in the bottom of the seventh, everything changed for the Drifters’ offense. The once-struggling Springfield offense exploded for three runs in the…

On June 26, the Oregon Department of Fish & Wildlife Commission convened in Redmond to address a range of fisheries and wildlife-related topics. The outlook from the meeting was largely optimistic for local anglers, signaling a promising fall salmon season ahead with expanded opportunities for both wild fall Chinook and wild coho salmon in numerous…

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Arlene May Lee was born on March 4, 1944. She had older sisters, Georgie and Phyllis, but it was mostly her and her brother Jay, whom she adored, growing up. She lost her mother when she was 17 and her father not long after that.  She and her brother helped their parents at the hotel…

SPRINGFIELD – Last Wednesday, the Springfield Public Library and History Museum launched the 2026 Summer Reading Program with a free, multicultural event featuring Tahitian dance and storytelling by Anavai O Te Ora. The traditional dance of Tahiti, ‘Ori Tahiti, was showcased and taught to attendees. Around 200 kids, families, and community members found shade under…

COTTAGE GROVE – The city council formally adopted the budget for the 2026-27 fiscal year on Monday night during the Cottage Grove City Council meeting, approving the division of the Community Promotions Fund and a roughly $200,000 library personnel services budget. After months of budget preparation, committee meetings, town halls, community discussions, and lengthy city…

CRESWELL – While neighboring cities grapple with having to make deep budget cuts to their services and operations, the City of Creswell – which has earned the Government Finance Officers Association’s Distinguished Budget Presentation Award for 10 consecutive years – has made it through budget season business as usual. Finance Director Jim Piper – who…

The Chronicle earned 13 awards in the 2025 Better Newspaper Contest – an executive editor Erin Tierney-Heggenstaller was honored in several categories including Best News Story and Best Online Breaking News Coverage. The Oregon Newspaper Publishers Association conducts the annual contest. The Chronicle has won more than 100 awards since 2019, when The Creswell Chronicle…

SPRINGFIELD – During its last meeting before summer recess, the Springfield City Council on Monday dissected whether to bring a piece of North Gateway property into the city limits for use as a behavioral health campus, a project that could shape both mental health services and traffic in one of the city’s busiest employment districts.…

SPRINGFIELD – Last week, committee members approved a $37 million budget for Willamalane Park and Recreation District to be sent forward to the board of directors. On June 16, district staff explained department budgets and presented a balanced budget to the committee. Executive Director Michael Wargo presented the fiscal year 2027 budget, highlighting that the…

COTTAGE GROVE – Last Wednesday, the idea of a 100-foot cell tower was floated before the Cottage Grove Planning Commission during a public hearing and raised community concerns. The application was submitted on April 21 by Smartlink LLC, and the city released a staff report on May 22. According to the 168-page report, the application…

SPRINGFIELD – With schools out for the summer and kiddos ready to play in the sun, Willamalane Park and Recreation District is hosting an annual play day for kiddos and their families. Willamalane’s Children’s Celebration is this Saturday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Island Park in Springfield. Over 75 vendors will be spread…

As summer kicks off, OnPoint Community Credit Union has announced grants through its bi-annual Community Grants & Giving program, including donations to two Lane County nonprofits serving local children. OnPoint donated $10,000 to the Willamalane Park Foundation to provide scholarships for kids in Springfield to attend summer camp, regardless of financial barriers. The donation also…

SPRINGFIELD – A Springfield man was arrested last week after allegedly assaulting and firing a gun at family members and officers before fleeing via the Willamette River. According to Lane County court records, on June 19, around 10:30 p.m., officers from the Springfield Police Department responded to a residence on the 600-block of Janus Street…

On June 17, the Lane Transit District (LTD) Board of Directors unanimously approved a three-year Collective Bargaining Agreement with the Amalgamated Transit Union 757 (ATU). This contract represents the largest in LTD’s history, encompassing bus operators, customer service representatives, and fleet maintenance staff. Following a union membership vote on June 12, an impressive 94% voted…

I joined the U.S. Navy to serve my country. I joined Springfield’s Planning Commission to serve my community. And with your support, I’ll serve as your next city councilor. My name is Callee Ackland, and I’m proud to announce that I’m running for the Springfield City Council in the November election. My position as a…

Dear Editor: This letter is a “thank you” to all of the people of Creswell. Today is our Anniversary of sorts. Exactly 50 years ago, on June 20, 1976, my wife Candi and I moved to Creswell. I was 19 years old. We bought a starter home on Astoria Avenue at the end of Brookhurst…

Dear Editor, In the June 11 issue, pg 17, the list about Creswell High, I appreciate that you listed both women’s and men’s sports with the same language. So many times, the men are “basketball,” and the women are labeled as “women’s basketball, or whatever sport. Love that you avoided the sexist language — people…

Dear Editor I learned from the local NAACP president about a 1772 court decision that may have influenced the Declaration of Independence more than taxes or self-determination. Somerset v Stewart, was a case of a slave who escaped to England and his “owner” sued to get him back. The English court determined he was free;…

Springfield Public Schools (SPS) has selected Dr. Brian Megert as the District’s next Assistant Superintendent of Instruction, pending approval of his contract by the Springfield School Board at its June 22 Special Meeting.  Dr. Megert brings more than 25 years of experience in public education, including 16 years of district-level leadership in Springfield. He currently…

Monica Larcom, on June 15, was announced as Lane County’s new emergency manager. Previously a supervisor with Lane County Sheriff’s Office Search and Rescue, Larcom began her new role at the end of April. Shortly after her arrival, she provided an update to the Board of County Commissioners regarding expectations for the upcoming fire season.…

LCSO Deputies arrested seven impaired drivers in Lane County June 19-21: At about 3:20 a.m. on June 19, Daniel Isaiah Santiago, 19, of Springfield was stopped near River Road and Beltline Highway. Santiago was arrested for driving under the influence of intoxicants (DUII). His vehicle was impounded, and he was cited and released. At about…

Eugene man dies in Marcola crash On June 15, at about 11:20 p.m., LCSO Deputies responded with the Mohawk Valley Fire to the report of a single vehicle crash in the 90000-block of Marcola Road. EMTs arrived and discovered the driver and sole occupant, Daniel Keith Johnsgard, 51, of Eugene, deceased. The investigation revealed that…

LOWELL – There are 750 rowers from 33 clubs across the western United States and Canada who will race at Dexter Lake when the Oregon Association of Rowers hosts the USRowing Northwest Masters Regional Championships at the Lowell State Recreation Site this weekend. The three-day regatta is one of the largest of its kind, drawing…

The National Federation of Independent Business in Oregon recently released its monthly Small Business Economic Trends report, showing a 0.6-point decline in May to 95.3, remaining below its 52-year average of 98.0. The Uncertainty Index rose 3 points from April to 91, remaining well above its historical average of 68. “More small business owners are…

COTTAGE GROVE – The Oregon Aviation Historical Society (OAHS) will host its 12th annual Cottage Grove Wings & Wheels on Saturday at Jim Wright Memorial Field, 2475 Jim Wright Way. The gathering, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., will showcase an array of modern and vintage aircraft, automobiles, and motorcycles. The event serves as a fundraiser to support…

SPRINGFIELD – Starting July 6, the Springfield Public Library will adjust its hours, opening Tuesday through Saturday and closed on Mondays. This change is part of a comprehensive long-term plan by the City of Springfield to align library services with available resources in response to a $310,000 budget cut. Many library programs and services will…

SPRINGFIELD – Age is a relative term in the Springfield Drifters’ dugout.As Blake Stavros spends his fourth and final summer as one of the elder statesmen with the team, he has earned a new nickname. “I got a couple guys who keep calling me ‘Unc’ making fun of me,” Stavros said, citing the word kids…

DRIFTERS RECAPS FRIDAY ■ SPRINGFIELD – The Drifters hotly pursued a Portland Pickles lead for seven innings of the series opener in Springfield, but even a second life from a dropped pop fly in foul territory that would’ve ended the game wasn’t enough to flip the 9-7 loss. The Drifters’ newfound depth, with reinforcements arriving…

CRESWELL – Brandi Wittenborn, a longtime Bulldogs soccer coach, was named athletic director for Creswell Middle School. Wittenborn brings 33 years of coaching middle school and high school athletics and three years of experience as athletic director at Creswell High School from 2009-12. School officials said that throughout her career, Wittenborn has been dedicated to…

TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE File No. 26-01012OR Reference is made to that certain deed of trust made by Kristin Nelson and Roy Nelson, as grantor, to Cascade Escrow, as trustee, in favor of Mortgage Electronic Registration Systems, Inc., as designated nominee for Directors Mortgage, Inc., beneficiary of the security instrument, its…

COTTAGE GROVE – The chaotic start to his current 50-stop tour could serve as a good metaphor for the lifelong journey Dominick Antonelli has been on. “There were several glitches,” Antonelli said after Sunday evening’s show at The Axe and Fiddle. “My car was burning a lot of oil. Most of my merch was late,…

SPRINGFIELD – After months of debate, robust public testimony, and difficult conversations, the Springfield City Council approved the city’s 2026-27 budget during a meeting earlier this week in an effort to address the City’s $4.5 million budget shortfall. As part of the budget cuts, the Springfield Library will face a $310,000 reduction. The proposal suggests…

SPRINGFIELD – Springfield Public Schools Board of Education adopted a budget last Monday that includes reductions to the district’s Dual Immersion Program and over 30 job cuts in addition to the district’s mid-year layoffs. Like many other districts across Oregon, SPS continues to face financial challenges driven by reduced revenue, declining enrollment, and rising operational…

EUGENE – B.L.A.Q. Youth invites the community to join the 2026 Juneteenth Gathering on Friday, June 19, from 3-8 p.m. at the Farmers Market Pavilion in downtown Eugene. The free event honors the history and significance of Juneteenth while celebrating Black culture, achievement, and community. This year’s theme, “Freedom to Thrive, Freedom to Shine,” draws…

The Lane County Elections Office posted its final results of the May Primary election on Wednesday, June 10 – five days ahead of schedule, firming up clear victors and key runoffs in November. U.S. Representative – 4th District: Incumbent Val Hoyle is the clear winner among the Democrats, earning her nearly 77% (42,110 individual votes).…

SPRINGFIELD – Whitney Hoshaw is usually the one sending out announcements about folks receiving awards or recognition, but last Wednesday, Willamalane Park and Recreation District’s marketing and communications manager was the one receiving the award. Hoshaw had moved away from the Springfield area after college but returned a few years later because it was where…

Legendary Cottage Grove swim coach Bud Taylor was honored Saturday, as the 8-lane lap pool at the aquatic center was named after him. COTTAGE GROVE – To hear Bud Taylor tell it, you’d think he was just happy to be part of the crew. He didn’t see himself as the star of the show. “I’m…

The Maude Kerns Art Center is proud to present “Piecing It Together: A Regional Collage Exhibit,” opening with a free, public reception from 5-7 pm on Friday, June 19. The exhibit features the work of 69 artists from four states and celebrates the versatile and inventive art of collage. By juxtaposing and layering images, playing…

Lane Transit District (LTD) is cutting fares by up to 50% with “Dollar Days of Summer,” from July 1 through Aug. 31. LTD’s fares are being reduced by up to 50%, with $1 adult single rides and $2 day passes. The discount will also apply to other fares and LTD services. LTD’s Board of Directors…

EUGENE – Lane Council of Governments (LCOG) has received a $10,000 grant from The Roadhouse Foundation to support its rural congregate Senior Meals Program sites. The Senior Meals Program in LCOG’s Senior & Disability Services division operates nine congregate meal sites throughout Lane County called Café 60. They are in Cottage Grove, Creswell, Springfield, Eugene,…

EUGENE – June is Elder Abuse Awareness Month, and the Adult Protective Services (APS) team at LCOG Senior & Disability Services is hosting a free Elder Services Resource Fair on Tuesday, June 23, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Eugene Public Library – Downtown, 100 W. 10th Ave., Eugene. This event focuses on raising…

Dorothy Day, a cofounder with Peter Maurin of the Catholic Worker movement, is known for (among many other things) this quote: “As Dostoevsky said: ‘Love in action is a harsh and dreadful thing compared with love in dreams.’” While perhaps a bit startling at first reading, many of us experience this seeming dichotomy between love…

Dear Editor, I got a kick out of an item in your Strange But True column last week. It mentioned cigarette makers in the early 20th century proclaiming, “Light a Lucky and you’ll never miss a sweet that makes you fat.” I’ve got one even better: when I was growing up in the 1950s, three…

Dear Editor, As Creswell continues the 2nd Street Improvement Project, we find ourselves at an optimal juncture to move beyond traditional construction oversight. I propose that the City of Creswell leverage the current project momentum to implement a focused digital-twin pilot model for the newly installed 12-inch water main and storm sewer infrastructure. ​Rather than…

United Way of Lane County recently hosted BookFest at elementary schools, where over 7,500 books were distributed to K-2 students at 14 schools across eight school districts. This annual event offers students at select locations the opportunity to choose and take home five new, free, age-appropriate books to read and enjoy over the summer break.…

Leave pets at home: Never leave pets in parked cars, even for a few minutes; it can lead to heat stroke. Stay indoors during heat: Keep pets inside during peak heat hours; make them comfortable in a cool room. Hydration is key: Ensure pets have access to plenty of fresh, cool water. Provide shade and…

The Springfield Public Schools Board of Directors on June 12 announced it has selected Dr. Shawn Stover to serve as interim superintendent for the 2026-27 school year, pending approval of his contract at the board’s June 22 meeting. Stover will begin July 1. Stover brings more than 30 years of educational leadership experience. Most recently,…

SPRINGFIELD – Peyton Tyner won’t have to put as many miles on his car this summer. The outfielder from Lane Community College is spending his second year in the West Coast League with the Springfield Drifters. The Eugene native and Marist High School graduate spent last season with the Marion Berries in Salem. “I am…

TUESDAY, JUNE 9 WENATCHEE, Wash. – After the first homestand of the year, the Springfield Drifters started their six-game road trip on a high note, defeating the Wenatchee Apple Sox 11-6 thanks to multi-hit performances from five different Drifters and shutdown pitching from the back end of the bullpen. The Drifters took an early lead,…

Spring chinook, also known as “springers,” are built for the long haul. Unlike their genetically identical counterparts, the fall chinook, which enter the river beginning in September and are already sexually mature, spring chinook start their freshwater migration in early March while still immature. They spend months maturing in deep, cold upriver pools, with some…

Carol Louise Ueland passed away on May 8, 2026. She has joined her parents Nate and Sue Knecht in heaven and is survived by her husband Fred Ueland, her kids Deb Strickland, Tom Wells (Kuri), Jason Wells, and Brandy Michel (Doug), 7 grandkids, 10 great grandkids, and one great, great granddaughter. The grandkids were the…

TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE T.S. No.: OR-23-968643-SW Reference is made to that certain deed made by, Brent E. Lindstrom as Grantor to Key Title Company, as trustee, in favor of First Republic Mortgage Corporation, as Beneficiary, dated 2/24/1999, recorded 3/1/1999, in official records of LANE County, Oregon in book/reel/volume No. and/or as fee/file/instrument/microfilm/reception number 99018622…

SPRINGFIELD – In a time-honored tradition, high school seniors took some of their last steps as students across campus on Friday. Rylie Lynnes stood in line to walk the stage at Thurston with her best friend, Karlie Yaroma. The two of them spent their high school years wrestling together. “I really liked the family aspect…

SPRINGFIELD – The Lane County Farmers Market teamed up with the City of Springfield last week to debut a Springfield Farmers Market, which will take place weekly on Sundays from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. through October in the Library parking lot at Springfield City Hall. The library parking lot and Fountain Plaza were filled with vendor…

One of the more rewarding slices of my life is the Twin Rivers Rotary chapter of Springfield – specifically, the members and weekly guest presenters. Next week we’ll celebrate the turning of our calendar, signaling a new year for our chapter. John has been a jovial and energetic president the past few years, and Mary…

After playing a live performance at the PNC Live Studio in Portland on Monday, Dominick Antonelli said he was told by multiple people that his music “uplifted their soul.” “It’s so interesting that I can do that,” Antonelli said. Antonelli, who plays at The Axe and Fiddle on Sunday night at 6, looks forward to…

LANE COUNTY – At 22 years old, Makenna York is a graduate student, musician, stage manager, teaching fellow, runs a charity organization, and is competing in the Miss America competition to be an Oregon delegate. York was born in Oregon and raised in Nevada, but found her home in Lane County. She received her Bachelor…

SPRINGFIELD – One look and you could tell; this kid works with his hands. Dirt was already caked into his fingerprints from years of work. Cayden Frederick is 18 years old and just graduated from Thurston High School. He grew up attending the Thurston schools and attended Thurston Elementary and Middle Schools. He remembered when…

This week, Independent candidate Charles Conrad withdrew his name from the November House District 12 race after failing to receive sufficient support from Democratic voters at the polls. Because Oregon is a closed primary state, only partisan voters could cast a vote in the May ballot for the position. While write-in votes were tallied, Conrad…

COTTAGE GROVE – Cottage Grove residents flooded City Hall on Monday night to show their support for the public library for one of the last times before the city council decides on a final budget for the fiscal year. To balance the city’s 2026-27 budget, the library is facing a proposed 56% budget cut. A…