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Eugene Concert Choir to hold mid-season auditions

EUGENE — Eugene Concert Choir invites passionate, skilled singers to take part in mid-season auditions on Tuesday, Dec. 16. Positions are open in both the 100-member Eugene Concert Choir (ECC) and Eugene Vocal Arts (EVA) – an acclaimed 40-voice chamber ensemble. Appointments are required to…

Update: Missing Springfield mushroom picker found

UPDATE: THURSDAY, DEC. 11, 3:41 p.m. The missing mushroom picker, Erik Aguilar-Cisneros, was found alive in the Hadsall Creek area by Search & Rescue this afternoon and transported to an area hospital for treatment related to hypothermia. On Dec. 6 at 9 p.m., Lane County…

ICE raids have Springfield pleading for protection

SPRINGFIELD – Lately, the public comment portion of Springfield City Council meetings has been dominated by folks protesting the implementation and use of Flock police cameras or preserving the Springfield Library budget. The topic shifted at the Dec. 1 meeting, though, as folks from all…

City manager pay increases amid City budget concerns

SPRINGFIELD — It is no secret that the City of Springfield is facing a budget dilemma. So, how does the City balance employee wage adjustments with long-term financial challenges? “Springfield faces a growing structural budget gap that threatens the city’s ability to maintain essential services,”…

Creswell’s iconic museum building gets a facelift

CRESWELL – The historic structure that Creswellians recognize from just a glimpse recently underwent fundamental construction to preserve the building’s integrity. The Creswell Historical Museum sits on the corner of N. 5th St. and W. Oregon Ave., a memorable view for all who are familiar…