Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
CRESWELL — At the request of the school board during the February meeting, Superintendent Mike Johnson brought more information about the current financial picture of athletics and follow-up information about transportation to sporting events. The board voted to approve the tennis coach stipend, and discussed…
On March 17, Gov. Kate Brown issued an executive order stating that, “Public schools shall continue to regularly pay all employees of public schools.” Public schools subject to this order also can require school employees to report to work to assist with supplemental services and…
Olivia and Owen Flint are working on their math and handwriting at home under the supervision of mom Christina Flint. Christina Flint/Photo With schools closed until at least April 28, parents are finding innovative alternatives to continue their children’s learning. From homeschooling to online courses,…
Signs of the COVID-19 pandemic are evident throughout the area. Above, painted rocks promoting cleanliness with a silly twist are crafted by Jenni Donley and hidden around town, and houses of faith are closed to group gatherings. Mike Nordtvedt/Lifeslice Photography In this ”new reality” with…
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Area students often volunteer at the Creswell Food Pantry. CRESWELL – As the community strives to absorb and adapt to the waves of information, precautions and mandates coming from medical, scientific, public health and governmental officials regarding the spread of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and how best…
In 1733, Benjamin Franklin, a native of Boston, then a prominent citizen of Philadelphia, made a visit to his hometown and was vastly impressed how well the city had organized and prepared for handling fires. On his return to Philly he urged the city fathers…
Seth, Melissa, and Lyla Clark, Blue Valley Bistro Seth and Melissa Clark, Blue Valley Bistro Seth, a careful thinker with a level head, and who owns Creswell and Coburg’s Blue Valley Bistros and the Highway 58 Coffee cart in Pleasant Hill, said, ”Hysteria and panic…
Children decorate the books they bound during the After School Club Art Day on March 11. Aliya Hall/The Chronicle SPRINGFIELD – Artist Marianne Walker wants to introduce children to different types of crafts and art that they otherwise wouldn’t have the opportunity to experience. That’s…