SPRINGFIELD — Our local Rosies remember a groundbreaking time for women in the workforce. During WWII, over six million women were building planes, welding machines, assembling ships, and doing any job that had previously been held by a man. Although those women were ready to change their lifestyles in the[Read More…]
Business & Development
Business Roundup: Lane County Public Works earns award, Oregon employment sees little change
Lane County Public Works earns award SALEM – The State Land Board on Oct. 15 honored multiple projects and partners for their exceptional contributions to thriving Oregon waterways, wetlands, and lands/ Chad Hoffman of Lane County Public Works earned the Catalyst Award. Since the State Land Board Awards were established[Read More…]
Business Roundup: Oct. 17, 2024 edition
Travel Lane County shows receipts ■ Samara Phelps, Travel Lane County President & CEO, presented the FY24 Annual Report to the Lane County Board of Commissioners late last month. Highlights from FY24 include: • County topped $1 billion for calendar year 2023 • Softening in lodging demand was offset by[Read More…]
Business spotlight: Tales from the Springfield Crypt
SPRINGFIELD — Imagine what it would be like if Spirit Halloween, Hot Topic, and Value Village had a love child. This Springfield store isn’t just open around Halloween. You can get your gothic fix all year round. Located in downtown Springfield at 226 7th St., The Crypt may be one[Read More…]
Critical behavioral health services a ‘huge leap forward’ for residents
SPRINGFIELD – A swath of land off International Way will soon be home to an inpatient behavioral health campus. According to County and hospital officials, PeaceHealth’s new Timber Springs Behavioral Health Hospital will be located on one parcel near PeaceHealth Sacred Heart Medical Center at RiverBend. In the immediately adjacent[Read More…]
Postal workers, supporters rally on ‘Day of Action’
SPRINGFIELD — On Oct. 1, postal workers and supporters across the country gathered to voice their concerns regarding the state of mail delivery, Postmaster General Louis DeJoy’s continued attempts to consolidate distribution centers, and staffing shortages. Springfield was among the 90 cities participating in nationwide Day of Action events. The[Read More…]
A ‘Lovely’ new location: Springfield cafe to relocate into space previously occupied by bar
SPRINGFIELD — Five years ago, the City of Springfield received a unique Valentine’s gift: Lovely Cafe at 349 Main St., an earthy corner cafe tucked into the side of Springfield’s downtown. Opening just months before the COVID-19 pandemic shuttered small businesses nationwide, the cafe has since found its footing, so[Read More…]
Florist plans to spread positivity with ‘Petal it Forward’ campaign
EUGENE — Behind the punch-colored door of 1229 West 7th, Tabitha “Taby” Phifer, a Springfield resident and founder and owner of Flowers by Taby at 1229 W. 7th Ave. in Eugene, is adorning bouquets in cellophane and ribbon. Stamped across the front in pale blue script are the words, “I[Read More…]
Vote ‘no’ on M118: Springfield Chamber offers ‘call for reason’ ahead of election
As we approach this critical election, Oregonians must confront Measure 118, which proposes the largest tax increase in our state’s history. The Springfield Area Chamber of Commerce joins a diverse coalition of businesses, nonprofits, unions, and elected leaders in opposing this measure. Simply put, Oregon cannot afford this tax, which[Read More…]
Bridge Lane coming to Cottage Grove
Bridge Lane events are part of a cornerstone initiative dedicated to fostering growth and connectivity in Lane County. The mission is to bridge gaps by providing the essential resources and support that create stronger communities. Bridge Lane provides community members, resource services, education and training providers, employers and volunteers with[Read More…]
