Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
On Jan. 2 at 9 p.m., a deputy observed a pickup run a red light westbound on Main Street in Springfield, then straddle both lanes. The deputy initiated a traffic stop; however, the vehicle did not stop until it was in Eugene. The driver, Bryan…
The Lane County Low-Income Household Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) has received its federal fiscal year 2026 funding, which was delayed due to the recent government shutdown. However, the program will begin with a $1.2 million reduction compared to last year. In December, applications were mailed…
EUGENE – During its first regular meeting of 2026, the Lane County Board of Commissioners appointed a chair and a vice chair. District 1 Commissioner Ryan Ceniga, who represents West Lane, was appointed as chair, while District 5 Commissioner Heather Buch, representing South Lane, including…
ELI THOMASThe Chronicle COTTAGE GROVE – Aaron Merrill, a 37-year coaching veteran who led South Eugene High School’s junior varsity team the past two years, has been hired as Cottage Grove’s new coach, athletic director Garrett Bridgens announced Dec. 19. Merrill was head coach at…
COTTAGE GROVE – Living with a chronic condition can be challenging, especially as people age. But learning some practical skills can help older adults better navigate life’s “ups and downs.” Senior & Disability Services (S&DS) will help seniors embrace their age and increase their health…
LANE COUNTY – Lane County Commissioner Chair David Loveall delivered the 2025 State of the County address on Monday, discussing some of the County’s top accomplishments and what to expect in the upcoming year. According to Loveall, three pillars of the county require immediate attention:…
SPRINGFIELD – In many ways, Izabella and Carson are just a couple of typical fifth-graders. In other ways, though, they’re a couple of quite extraordinary students in a dual-immersion (half-English, half-Spanish) program at Guy Lee Elementary School – and loving every minute of it! “It…
CRESWELL – During the first Springfield City Council meeting after winter recess, officials representing Creswell and Lane County asked the council to consider expanding the regional wastewater system to connect to Creswell. Creswell has been under a development moratorium on the west side of Interstate…
SPRINGFIELD – After serving as principal of the Academy of Arts & Academics since 2018, Ame Beard plans to retire at the end of the school year, refocusing her efforts on her art and on using her historical home in Drain as an event venue.…