Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
Last weekend, Lane County welcomed athletes, families and fans from across the country as seven sporting events took place throughout the area. The activity included the Savannah Bananas, USA BMX Lumberjack Nationals, USTA PNW Adult 55 & Over Section Championships, Summer Solstice Ultimate Tournament in…
Lane Transit District has cut fares by up to 50% with “Dollar Days of Summer,” through Aug. 31. LTD’s fares are being reduced by up to 50%, with $1 adult single rides and $2 day passes. The discount will also apply to other fares and…
SPRINGFIELD – Law enforcement officers from the Eugene-Springfield area were scheduled to run through the streets of Springfield and Eugene on Wednesday, July 8, carrying the Flame of Hope in support of the Law Enforcement Torch Run benefiting Special Olympics Oregon (SOOR). Celebrating 40 years,…
CRESWELL – Most folks recognize July 3 as the eve of Independence Day in the United States, but for Creswell resident Jenni Donley, the date also represents National Drop a Rock Day. At around 9 p.m. on the day before the Fourth of July, Donley…
SPRINGFIELD – Folks in Springfield can find something to do every Wednesday morning in July at the City Hall Fountain Plaza thanks to the Springfield Public Library and History Museum. June 17 marked the kickoff of the 2026 Summer Reading Program with a Tahitian dance…
COTTAGE GROVE – A nonprofit in Cottage Grove recently received federal money for the purchase of a school bus to serve youth with significant disabilities throughout Lane County. Circle of Friends is a K-8 school that serves children with special needs, focusing on opportunity-centered, community-driven…
LANE COUNTY – In an attempt to save money and cut costs in the county’s waste management division, Lane County is considering reducing hours and closing transfer stations, and raising disposal fees. Lane County Commissioners are deciding how to proceed with services after approving a…
SPRINGFIELD – Springfield Utility Board is celebrating the 250th anniversary of the United States of America with a Light of Liberty event this Saturday, starting at 4 p.m. Light of Liberty, now in its 20th year, is a fundraiser at Island Park with music, food,…
Editor’s note: This story was updated to include a new map of the parade route, reflecting a change in the starting location from 9th Street to 8th Street as currently published on the Chamber website. CRESWELL – The self-proclaimed “place to be for the Fourth…