■ Lisa Marie Henke, 67, of Eugene, died Jan. 28, 2025. Arrangements: Sunset Hills Funeral Home.
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Richard Dean Wordeman: Nov.19, 1946- Feb. 3, 2025
Richard Dean Wordeman, son of William Wordeman and Colleen Moore, was born November 19, 1946 in Gordon, Nebraska and died February 3rd, 2025. Rich died peacefully at his home in Creswell, Oregon at the age of 78. Rich grew up in Cheyenne, Wyoming but also loved spending summers at his[Read More…]
New director at Hope & Safety Alliance
After eight years as executive director, on March 1, Julie Weismann will step down from her role leading the Hope & Safety Alliance. “Under her exceptional leadership, the organization has grown in its impact and reach, transforming countless lives through her unwavering commitment to domestic violence survivors and their families,”[Read More…]
Police Roundup: Speingfield fire, DUI arrests, internet crimes
Fire department investigating cause SPRINGFIELD — The Eugene Springfield Fire responded to a fire in an occupied storage building on Friday, Feb. 7. Firefighters were dispatched to the blaze in the 5200 block of Daisy Street at 11:18 a.m. Engine 14 arrived two minutes later to find a working fire[Read More…]
State’s finance division warns about ‘relationship’ scams
The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) warns about texts or messages from strangers, which can indicate a “relationship investment scam.” Department officials said scammers typically reach out on social media, build trust through fake romantic or friendly relationships, and then persuade victims to invest in fraudulent schemes, often involving[Read More…]
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Updated: January restaurant inspection report card – southern Willamette Valley
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 [Read More…]
Springfield Police Chief resigning
SPRINGFIELD – Springfield Police Chief Andrew Shearer announced his resignation on Feb. 12, effective March 14, 2025. “Over the past four years, he has worked to enhance SPD’s community trust, operational effectiveness, and internal culture, leaving a lasting impact on the department,” stated Elyse Ditzel, the public information officer for[Read More…]
Police Roundup: Springfield cat hoarder, DUII arrests, new dogs on block, more
31 cats rescued from Springfield hoarder SPRINGFIELD – In a rescue effort between Greenhill Humane Society and Springfield Animal Control, 31 cats were saved on Jan. 28 after being found abandoned in a neglected rented townhome in Springfield. “All of these cats arrived with various health issues, including some serious[Read More…]
Fighting the blight: Dorris Ranch replant initiative nearly complete
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…]
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