SPRINGFIELD – Willamalane Park and Recreation District is in the final stages of replanting 35 acres of blight-resistant filbert trees at Dorris Ranch. “This multi-phase project started in 2016,” said Eric Adams, Willamalane Planning, Parks, and Facilities Director. “We became aware of the (Eastern Filbert Blight) fungus around 2014. It[Read More…]
Author: Chronicle Staff
Springfield Police calls MONDAY, JAN. 27 (81 total calls) Top calls: Traffic stop (18), Abandoned vehicle (12), Warrant service (6) 1:47 am: Traffic stop, 437 I-105 EB 4:01 am: Criminal mischief, 1010 L St. 10:50 am: Found animal(s), 3834 Main St. 11:58 am: Theft, 1920 Olympic St. 12:23 pm: Theft,[Read More…]
Here to Help: ES Fire diaper drive, Polar Plunge weekend, NAMI meetings, seed giveaway, more
Eugene Fire hosts February diaper drive SPRINGFIELD – Eugene Springfield Fire is hosting a diaper drive from Feb. 1-28. Diapers and pull-ups (sizes 5 and 6) are needed, open or sealed, and baby wipes. The district’s goal is to collect 3,000 diapers. Drop-off donations at the fire department, 6853 Main[Read More…]
Cow Creek grant to maintain service for Ann’s Heart Women’s Shelter, upcoming events set
EUGENE – Ann’s Heart Women’s Shelter received a $10,000 grant last month from the Cow Creek Umpqua Indian Foundation, which will be used to sustain the staffing of the emergency shelter house and casework services for unhoused women in Lane County. Upcoming events: ■ Feb. 15: Ann’s Heart Celebrate the[Read More…]
Karlyn Erika Campbell: April 16, 1941-Jan.14, 2025
Karlyn Campbell, 83, passed away peacefully on Tuesday, January 14, 2025, surrounded by loved ones. A devoted wife, mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and friend, she was known for her kindness, strength, and unwavering love for her family. She touched countless lives with her warmth and wisdom, leaving behind a legacy of[Read More…]
Philip Michael ‘Mike’ Newman: June 9, 1944-Jan. 21, 2025
Philip Michael “Mike” Newman passed away peacefully on January 21, 2025, in Eugene, Oregon. Born on June 9, 1944, in Bend, Oregon, to Philip and Mary (Hayes) Newman, Mike lived a life full of passion, service, and family love. Mike grew up in Oregon, developing a love for the outdoors[Read More…]
Willamalane seeks artist for parks and rec project
SPRINGFIELD – Willamalane seeks local artists for a community art project celebrating how it brings us together. Selected artists will create black-and-white artwork for a temporary public installation and receive $500. Applications are open to artists of all backgrounds and experience levels. Submissions due by Feb. 9. Learn more and[Read More…]
Chamber Music Amici to host all all-ages concerts in February
SPRINGFIELD – Chamber Music Amici will hold two classical music performances for all ages next month. The concerts will be held on Sunday, Feb. 16, at 3 p.m., and Monday, Feb. 17, at 7:30 p.m., at the Wildish Community Theater in Springfield. The family-friendly program brings together flute, oboe, cello,[Read More…]
January restaurant Inspections: Blue Valley Bistro, Chipotle, Master Donut, more
JAN. 2 Hayward Inn restaurant, 1759 Franklin Blvd., EUG. Score: 95 Subway Sandwiches, 1920 Franklin Blvd., EUG. Score: 92 Cinemark 17, 2900 Gateway St., SPR. Score: 100 JAN. 3 Carl’s Jr, 3032 Gateway St., SPR. Score: 100 Pieology Pizzeria, 2860 Gateway St., SPR. Score: 92 Panera Bread #2164, 2810 Gateway[Read More…]
Police Call Logs: Jan. 20-26
SPRINGFIELD POLICE MONDAY, JAN. 20 (55 total calls) Top calls: Dispute (6), Abandoned vehicle (5), Traffic stop (5) 1:29 am: Driving while suspended, 34th St./Olympic St. 1:33 am: Unlawful vehicle entry, 2033 7th St. 11:38 am: Theft of services, 919 Kruse Way 12:07 pm: Criminal trespass, 520 Harlow Rd. 12:30[Read More…]
