Category Community

COTTAGE GROVE – About a month after community concerns were raised about a potential 100-foot cell tower, the Cottage Grove Planning Commission gave its approval for the project. On July 15, the committee continued the public hearing on an application submitted on April 21 by…

This month, the Community Health Centers of Lane County (CHCLC) announced measures to address significant financial challenges stemming from declining revenue and rising operational costs. The organization is facing an estimated deficit of $2 million for Fiscal Year 2026–27, projected to escalate to $6.5 million…

Citing “a strong financial position supported by prudent management”, Moody’s Investors Service has reaffirmed Lane County’s credit rating of Aa1, which is the second-highest rating it provides, following an annual review.  “We have a duty to steward taxpayer resources, and we work hard to manage…

EUGENE – Over 14,200 people took Lane Transit District (LTD) buses to the Oregon Country Fair in Veneta earlier this month. Saturday, July 11, had the highest ridership, with about 5,700 attendees taking advantage of the fare-free ride. According to the International Energy Agency, cars…

The Eugene Water and Electric Board (EWEB) has announced plans for the Willamette River Treatment Plant and Intake Project, which includes the construction of a new water intake and treatment facility, along with additional building facilities, access roads, and stormwater treatment facilities in Glenwood. The…

SALEM — Oregon’s labor market remained largely stable heading into the second half of 2026, with little change in both job vacancy numbers and the statewide unemployment rate, according to the latest reports from the Oregon Employment Department. Oregon private employers reported 45,400 job openings…

The Springfield Police Department and Lane County Sheriff’s Office are gearing up for the National Night Out events next week. This annual campaign promotes police-community partnerships and neighborhood camaraderie and gives residents an opportunity to engage with their local police department. Creswell will host its…

SPRINGFIELD – Following a devastating string of three drownings in less than a week, local officials are urging community members to exercise extreme caution on the Willamette and McKenzie rivers. The tragedies have prompted a joint call to action from the City of Springfield, Willamalane…

Did you visit Cottage Grove during Bohemia Mining Days? Check out The Chronicle’s crowd cam with photos by Bob Williams and see if you can find yourself!