Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
SPRINGFIELD – In its search for housing shortage solutions, the City is looking to convert a parking lot on Main Street into a several-story apartment complex. In mid-September last year, the Springfield City Council entered an agreement with a Eugene-based…
LANE COUNTY – Lane County Commissioner Chair David Loveall delivered the 2025 State of the County address on Monday, discussing some of the County’s top accomplishments and what to expect in the upcoming year. According to Loveall, three pillars of…
CRESWELL – During the first Springfield City Council meeting after winter recess, officials representing Creswell and Lane County asked the council to consider expanding the regional wastewater system to connect to Creswell. Creswell has been under a development moratorium on…
LANE COUNTY – Families with new babies can get assistance from nurses right in their homes through a program offered by the Oregon Health Authority. Family Connects Oregon launched in Oregon in 2021 and recently spread to Lane County residents.…
COTTAGE GROVE – The timber industry in Cottage Grove has a deeply rooted history that dates back to the early days of settlement. The area was initially settled by farmers who practiced subsistence farming; they grew enough for their own…
COTTAGE GROVE – Cottage Grove underwent some significant changes this year, like a new Main Street and Bohemia Park Splash Pad. Mayor Candace Solesbee discussed what it has been like to achieve these accomplishments and some of the challenges 2025…
CRESWELL – Creswell Mayor Nick Smith reflected on a year of notable achievements and ongoing challenges as he navigates his inaugural term, noting the importance of community development and infrastructure improvements for the town’s future. Smith said a top priority…
SPRINGFIELD – Willamalane partnered with The Hope Project, a non-profit organization in Lane County dedicated to quick response needs that provides any help it can. Together, the two organizations coordinated a holiday giveaway, providing free bikes, toys, socks, and jeans…
SPRINGFIELD – Sean VanGordon took a look back on 2025 and discussed his accomplishments as mayor, as well as some challenging aspects of the year. He highlighted the Fiscal Stability Task Force, the completion of Mill Street, and Flock Cameras.…
CRESWELL – Creswell’s newest city manager shared insight into his role for 2025. Originally from Iowa, Vincent Martorello was appointed to Creswell’s position in May. He discussed some of his accomplishments during his short time as city manager and what…