ERIN TIERNEY / THE CHRONICLE – Town Hall in Creswell CRESWELL — Eight months later, and it’s still a sore subject. The topic of the 2021 Fourth of July in Creswell again reared its ugly head at a Town Hall on March 15, as a panelists of city leaders opened[Read More…]
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From the Editor: ‘How ya doin’?’ The answer is, ‘We couldn’t be better’
Tierney It’s been about five months since The Chronicle moved its newsroom to Springfield. Nearly every week since, I’ve been asked the same question: “How’s it going since you moved out of Creswell?” The tone and manner in which this question is raised is never lost on me. It’s either[Read More…]
Bogged down? Creswell hires wetlands consultant, hopes to ease path to development
CRESWELL – In less than 20 years, Creswell’s population is projected to spike by 45%, but as it stands, it has little room to grow. Wetlands have been identified as a significant barrier to properties zoned for residential use, according to City planners and its commission. There are over 100[Read More…]
SEDA to negotiate purchase of two-acre Glenwood site
ERIN TIERNEY/THE CHRONICLE – Springfield Economic Development Agency this week gave the OK for the city manager to pursue the purchase of 1.99 acres of Glenwood property, including this one at 4102 Franklin Boulevard. GLENWOOD — Springfield Economic Development Agency hopes to refine the Glenwood area one tax lot at[Read More…]
Questions answered, tensions rise at Creswell Town Hall
ERIN TIERNEY / CHRONICLE PHOTO – The Fourth of July Town Hall panelists are, from left: chamber president Bobby Ladley, city manager Michelle Amberg, councilors Misty Inman, Alonzo Costilla, Shelly Clark, Tammy Schuck, mayor Dave Stram, councilor Normajean Osborn, Sgt. Scott Denham, council president Kevin Prociw and KNND owner Cameron[Read More…]
Grandson gets life sentence for murder in Creswell
Holt CRESWELL — A man charged with murdering his grandmother in April 2019 was sentenced to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole on March 8. Sally Baldwin, 87, of Creswell died 17 days after being brutally beaten and robbed by her grandson, James Lynn Holt, 47, of Eugene. On Friday,[Read More…]
2022 primary races coming into focus
Between redrawn lines from redistricting in December, the retirement of a decades-long congressman, and public officials reaching for new seats, voters have plenty to consider as they prepare to cast their votes on May 16. The election deadline for candidates closed on Tuesday and candidates are actively on the campaign[Read More…]
Masks off: State ending Covid-related mandate on March 12
Due to the declining Covid hospitalizations along the west coast, the state health officials are lifting mask requirements in indoor public spaces and schools on March 12, shifting masking decisions to the local level, Gov. Kate Brown announced Monday. Oregon hospitalization rates during the Omicron surge are a third lower[Read More…]
Special students, special teacher: Creswell’s Holst has long track record of helping students thrive
ERIN TIERNEY/CHRONICLE PHOTO – Kathi Holst in her room at Creswell Middle School. The veteran educator “dedicates her life to students,” a colleague said. CRESWELL — One of the last vehicles in the middle school parking lot on a cool, calm Friday evening, Kathi Holst’s dedication to education spans well[Read More…]
City of Creswell, woman settle in July 4 parade permit case
BOB WILLIAMS / CHRONICLE PHOTO – Julie Bivens “protesting” in Creswell in July 2021 to dispute her fines by the Lane County Sheriff’s Office after she helped host an unpermitted parade. CRESWELL – Seven months later, it’s settled. After Julie Bivens was cited and fined over $2,500 in 2021 for[Read More…]