COTTAGE GROVE – It’s been a little over 30 years since The Springfield News covered Linda and Craig Olson adorning their Springfield lawn with a 2,200-pound Oregon moss agate. This year, the now-Cottage Grove couple started the adventure of cutting into what hid below the…

As Oregon’s wildfire season shows no signs of letting up, Senator Ron Wyden and Congresswoman Val Hoyle will return to Washington D.C. with a mission in mind: helping their fellow legislators understand the true dangers and repercussions of wildfires in hopes of garnering political support.…

Entities awarded for outreach for Native engagement efforts SPRINGFIELD – Even though the City of Springfield and Willamalane Park and Recreation District have been awarded for their collaborative efforts regarding outreach to American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN) community members, neither organization is slowing down any…

Flower arrangement is more than just a botanical hobby for long-time Springfield resident Taby Phifer. With vibrant colors and sweet floral smells, Phifer is now ready to take her at-home floral business to the next level with a brick-and-mortar storefront opening in Eugene on Aug.…

CRESWELL — Creswell City Council tackled a variety of issues, including campfires in the park, development moratorium snags, and grants received to help with airport operations this month.  Campfires in Garden Lake Park As wildfires rage across the state, community members came to council concerned…