Month November 2024

Death Notices: Fleming, Lees, Thurmond

Michal Allen Fleming, 45, of Cottage Grove, Ore. died Nov. 15, 2024. Arrangements: Smith-Lund-Mills Funeral Chapel. Ronald L. Lees, 67, of Cottage Grove, died Nov. 14, 2024. Arrangements: Smith-Lund-Mills Funeral Chapel.  James Carroll Thurmond Jr., 80, of Eugene, died Nov. 4, 2024. Arrangements: Major Family…

Civic Engagement Calendar: Nov. 30-Dec. 5

SATURDAY, NOV. 30 Creswell Coffee with a Cop, 10 a.m., 116 Melton Rd. MONDAY, DEC. 2  Lane County Facilities Standing Committee , 2 p.m., Board of Commissioners Conference Room, 125 E. 8th Ave. and virtually Springfield City Council Work Session, 5:30 p.m., Springfield City Hall,…

Upgrades on the horizon: Grant boosts Bohemia Park, Main Street projects

COTTAGE GROVE – Affectionately coined the “Covered Bridge Capital of Oregon,” Cottage Grove’s Main Street blends delicious eateries, local shops, and historical flair. Nearby, tourists and community members alike embrace the outdoors at 14-acre Bohemia Park, a music venue and idyllic backdrop for picnics, strolls,…

Go2 Calendar: Nov. 28-Dec. 7

THURSDAY, NOV. 28 Turkey Stuffer 5k, 8:30-11 a.m., Lively Park, 6100 Thurston Rd., Springfield. $25 for ages 13+; Kids under 12 are free. No dogs. Registration closes Wednesday, Nov. 27, at noon. No day-of registration or packet pickup. Sign up at willamalane.org Cottage Grove Lions…