A typical issue of True Confessions magazine. This is the literary genre of the first book published in Oregon. Image: pulpcovers.com In the world of literary works, there is a definite hierarchy. It’s occupied at the high end by the kind of subtle and masterful…

Publisher’s note: Helen Hollyer, publisher from 2004-11, first wrote this historical piece. It’s reprinted here, abridged for space, and updated through today, in celebration of the paper’s 110th birthday. CRESWELL – The Creswell area began to be settled in 1845, it took until 1909 for…

Aaron Donley: Aaron Donley is the author of two comedy books, ”Good Chemistry” and ”What We Once Called Out In Passing Clouds.” When he’s not writing, he works as the manager at Sanipac. ALIYA HALL/THE CRESWELL CHRONICLE ”I felt I wasn’t putting enough into my…

Merchandise available for purchase at the library serves both a useful and promotional purpose. Courtesy Friends of the Springfield Public Library SPRINGFIELD – The Springfield Public Library is now offering several promotional items for sale at their front desk, in addition to other items provided…

Aislinn Mirsch, Scott Burgwin and Ryan O’Connor Wolik at Coast Fork Farm Stand in Cottage Grove are celebrating their 10th anniversary Oct. 10-12. ALIYA HALL/THE CHRONICLE COTTAGE GROVE – A lot has happened over the past 10 years for Coast Fork Farm Stand. For four…

Bayne Gardner, mural artist, is painting the commemorative mural for Willamalane’s 75th Anniversary on the back side of the swim center at Willamalane Park at 1276 G St., Springfield. SPRINGFIELD – A giant Ferris wheel, axe-throwing and the unveiling of a new, interactive mural is…

Lola Meske from Troop 164 out of Oakridge, showcases the candle she made that has layers of pink, white and purple. Meske, 12, said her favorite part of the event was camping with her family and other scouts. JEN BLUE/THE CHRONICLE SPRINGFIELD – Tucked away…