Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
EUGENE — The Oregon Country Fair (OCF) remains one of the most significant events held in rural Lane County, attracting approximately 10,000-15,000 people per day during the second weekend of July. Each year, the Lane County Sheriff’s Office partners with…
In June, Oregon’s nonfarm payroll employment fell by 4,300 jobs, following a revised decrease of 2,100 jobs in May. The largest losses occurred in other services (-1,400), manufacturing (-1,200), leisure and hospitality (-1,000), professional and business services (-700), and retail…
Adult emerald ash borers (EAB) began emerging in Oregon last month, with the majority appearing in July. About the size of a penny, adults are often difficult to spot and primarily found in traps. The Oregon Department of Forestry urges…
Donations after a disaster■ In the aftermath of a disaster, Oregonians often ask, “How can I help?” While offers of donated goods, such as clothing, food, and household items, are heartfelt, they can create serious logistical challenges for emergency responders…
January 24, 1950 – May 28, 2025 It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Neal W. Jones on May 28, 2025. Neal was born on January 24, 1950, in Cottage Grove, Oregon, to R.L. and Grace…
June was recently declared “Search & Rescue Month” by Gov. Tina Kotek.Lane County Search & Rescue (SAR) deputies and volunteers said they have stayed busy helping out.
SPRINGFIELD – Emerald Art Center last week was awarded a $6,042 grant from the Oregon Community Foundation to support Youth Art Camp 2025. “This fund will support important work in our community to address Arts Education for the youth of…
SPRINGFIELD – Mayor Sean VanGordon will speak on the city’s fiscal future July 22 as part of a roundtable with the Springfield Chamber of Commerce. The discussion will take place from 4-5 p.m. at the Chamber Depot, 101 S. A…
EUGENE – On July 3, around 6:30 p.m., Eugene Springfield Fire responded to a swimmer in distress call on the Willamette River downstream from the Knickerbocker Bridge. The caller reported that someone had lost their floaties and was floating downstream…
Myra “Betty” Ekman passed away peacefully on May 21, 2025, at the age of 85, surrounded by her family. She was born in 1940 in Corvallis, OR, and grew up around Springfield, OR. After high school, Betty moved to Newport,…