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Almanac Notebook

Scene from a blooming Willamette Valley Local fruit, veggie & poultry sales |SATURDAY, JUNE 20: First Springfield Saturday Market, 10 a.m.- 2 p.m. at Along Came Trudy Events & Cafe, 1488 18th St. Springfield. Hosted every Saturday through Aug. 22. More info: 541-206-4608 |SUNDAY, JUNE…

Springfield business donates bikes, scooters to local children

Springfield Public Schools Safe Routes to Schools coordinator Laughton Elliott-DeAngelis, left, and Fluent Mortgage owner Christopher Bettis helped get bikes, scooters, and helmets to local kids. PHOTO PROVIDED When the COVID-19 pandemic began, Downtown Springfield Business owner Christopher Bettis said he wanted to do something…

We are what we wear … on our skin

I have heard from many readers that they are spending more time in their gardens this spring. Let’s face it, this is a stressful time for many; jobs lost, missing out on school and family events. Our gardens are often a wonderful refuge from life’s…

Grovers gone, but not forgotten

In reading the local obituaries, the past year has brought about much nostalgia and memories of so many community leaders who have left their fingerprints and footprints on projects in Cottage Grove. Many have left indelible wonderful memories working with them on community projects. The…

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