Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
A hand-tinted postcard from the 1910s shows several different gold-mining techniques. PHOTO PROVIDED/POSTCARD By Finn J.D. John Chronicle contributor It was the spring of 1862, and prospector William C. Aldred had been in the gold fields of California since the Gold Rush first broke out…
Thurston High School English teacher William Ritter is a New York Times Bestselling Author for his ”Jackaby” series. His new series, ”The Oddmire,” debuted in July. Aliya Hall/The Creswell Chronicle Family, belonging and … goblins? These are the themes in local author William Ritter’s new…
After a long and varied career in banking, Cathy Morgan retires Aug. 8 from her position as Creswell branch manager for Banner Bank. Cottage Grove Branch Manager Jim Gilroy will now assume managerial duties for the Creswell branch as well. Gini Davis/The Creswell Chronicle After…
Kids made their own delta kites and sent them soaring around Holt Park on July 24 during Creswell Library’s Kite Day, with former Creswell dentist and avid kite enthusiast, Dr. Richard Page. Crafted from plastic grocery bags, the kites’ triangular shape was reminiscent of the…
These Aug. 14, 2015 photos capture the scene when a fire broke out along Territorial Road south of Lorane. The fire caught the Mitchell and Matchulat family properties on fire and consumed over 180 acres. Photos provided/Lil Thompson In early August, 2015, Lorane was in…
A group of young gamers play their favorite video games at Creswell’s Elite Game Spot. Photo provided It’s been a fun, rewarding first year in business, said Jeanet and Daniel Campbell, owners of Elite Game Spot, 287 S Front St., Creswell. Since opening on July…
Calvary Creek Band with Jackie Jae and Jason Cowsill. Photo provided Two popular local musical groups donated their harmonies at a benefit concert last month to raise money for the Cottage Grove Carousel Project at Calvary Chapel. In the third performance of the Carousel’s monthly…
Prep time 30 minutes Serves 4 So many zucchinis, so little time. This zucchini fritters recipe is addicting and are perfect with a meal, as a side or as an appetizer. This recipe is perfect to replace fried potatoes. They go well with eggs for…
I am asked daily about alternatives to prescription medications for lowering cholesterol levels. I have found this question to be a great lead-in for some education about the benefits (yes, benefits) of cholesterol and the many ways to support healthy cholesterol levels. As I wrote…