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As temperatures rise this summer, the Oregon Health Authority and Oregon Department of Environmental Quality have begun monitoring lakes, rivers, and reservoirs for toxic cyanobacteria blooms (cyanoHABs). While cyanobacteria can be beneficial, under certain conditions, they can multiply and produce harmful toxins. For protection, learn…

On the final stretch of their political campaigns, The Chronicle asked candidates to reflect on what they have learned from the community and what their closing promise to voters is ahead of the May 19 election.  This official acts as the local voice in the…

On the final stretch of their political campaigns, The Chronicle asked candidates to reflect on what they have learned from the community and what their closing promise to voters is ahead of the May 19 election.  State Senator 6th District: Serving four-year terms, senators represent…

On the final stretch of their political campaigns, The Chronicle asked candidates to reflect on what they have learned from the community and what their closing promise to voters is ahead of the May 19 election.  These partisan officials represent local interests in the Oregon…

On the final stretch of their political campaigns, The Chronicle asked candidates to reflect on what they have learned from the community and what their closing promise to voters is ahead of the May 19 election.  State Representative (7th District): Serving two-year terms, these representatives…

On the final stretch of their political campaigns, The Chronicle asked candidates to reflect on what they have learned from the community and what their closing promise to voters is ahead of the May 19 election.  Lane County Commissioner (Springfield): Specifically represents the City of…

On the final stretch of their political campaigns, The Chronicle asked candidates to reflect on what they have learned from the community and what their closing promise to voters is ahead of the May 19 election.  Lane County Commissioner (East) represents the rural and suburban…

SPRINGFIELD – If Parks and Recreation wasn’t always Kenny Weigandt’s career path, it’s not a surprise that’s where he ended up. Weigandt grew up around River Road Park and Recreation District where his father, Dale, worked for more than 40 years doing everything from maintenance…

SPRINGFIELD – Last Saturday, folks spent the afternoon honoring mother figures in their lives at Dorris Ranch during Mother’s Day Tea, hosted by Willamalane. Above, grandmother Mary and granddaughter Riley, spend time together in the barn. Sweet and savory treats like tea sandwiches, tarts, and…