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Concert band rises to challenge of Disneyland stage

A spring break trip to Disneyland filled with fun, adventure and challenging musical performances continued a recently established tradition for the Creswell High School Concert Band, and by all reports, a good time – and a productive one – was had by all. “It was…

Singing Creek Education Center moves to Cottage Grove

Two girls dress in pioneer garb during the Pioneer Settlers Camp that Singing Creek hosts over the summer. Singing Creek Education Center moved to the Dr. Snapp House in Cottage Grove. Photo provided For those interested in Oregon and Oregon Trail history in Cottage Grove:…

Jolene Leu Photography combines experience, affordability

Jolene Leu is a Springfield photographer who specializes in wedding, senior and family photos. She has eight years of experience and prioritizes affordability Photo provided/Sunshine Photography Springfield photographer Jolene Leu wants to be there for brides and families who don’t have a thousand dollar budget.…

On Your Mark – Springfield hosts first-ever Run with a Cop

Aliya Hall/The Creswell Chronicle Run with a Cop on March 31 at Dorris Ranch was sponsored by the Eugene and Springfield Police Department to raise money for the Eugene and Springfield Special Olympics Program. The program offers sporting opportunities to over 350 athletes. At left,…

Singers awarded small arts, culture grant

The Creswell Community Singers, the front row, from left, are: Paul Randall, Bill Miller, David Quigley, David Knight, Rick Kelley, Rebecca Salgato, Mary Ellen Yost, Karen Leslie In the middle, from left: Keri Davis, Candi Riddle, Mary Foust, Joan Travis Kelley, Tracey Armitage, Brenda Olsen,…

Thoughts from the desk at Kalapuya Books…

Store owner Hal, in his days as a legendary Hoedad, planted almost half a million trees while Betsy homesteaded with family on land miles from the nearest neighbors. They invested their love of the land in the naming of Kalapuya Books, an intention of respect…

A peek into the past

The Arcade Theatre, Main Street, Cottage Grove Photo provided/Dana Merryday For a town that is only 122 years old, Cottage Grove sure has packed a lot of history into that time. Not only has a lot of water flowed under its covered bridges but the…