Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
SPRINGFIELD – In the heart of town, a remarkable musical journey unfolds as Mariachi del Sol, the region’s pioneering high school mariachi band, not only celebrates vibrant Mexican heritage but also captivates audiences with their passionate performances throughout the year.…
SPRINGFIELD – It is with a heavy heart that I write about the closure of Pegasus Playhouse at 402 Main St. due to cuts in federal funding. Since becoming a nonprofit in 2018 and moving to Main Street three years…
SPRINGFIELD – “Midsummer, A Musical” is a breezy take on Shakespeare that is modeled after a ’90s mixtape. Love, song, and fun, with a touch of magic. It’s the first full-length musical I ever wrote,” said director Scott Frazier-Maskiell. This…
COTTAGE GROVE – Magic. Romance. Revenge. These are the elements of The Tempest, written by William Shakespeare and directed by Tony Rust at Cottage Theatre. Prospero, a sorcerer-duke exiled on an island with her daughter Miranda for 12 years, seeks…
COTTAGE GROVE – From soulful originals to powerful covers, the Tappin’ Talent finale on July 23 at the Axe and Fiddle celebrated the essence of music and artistry, culminating in the crowning of its standout star. With 30 years in…
DRAIN – The sun is shining, the flowers are blooming, and on Saturday, tea will be served. The seventh annual Midsummer Night’s Enchanted Tea experience is set to kick off on July 19 at the Capricorn Manor – also known…
SPRINGFIELD – We might be 90 minutes from Florence, but the ocean is closer than you think. Five-year-old mermaid wannabes and toddler pirates can now set sail on a new adventure close to home. Lagoon Playcafe, which opened less than…
COTTAGE GROVE – The lights hit the stage at the Axe and Fiddle at 657 E. Main St. The audience hushes in the crowded bar. Anticipation builds. A talented performer gives it everything. Will this be the winner? Emerging musicians…
SPRINGFIELD – “You have died of dysentery.” Do you remember the classic video game, “The Oregon Trail?” The game was popularized in the 1980s and became a staple in elementary school computer labs throughout the 1990s. The educational game of…
SPRINGFIELD – In the summer, the art walk in Springfield becomes a vibrant and exciting event. With pleasant weather and a diverse lineup of artists, it offers a great evening in town while allowing participants to get some exercise as…