With a swish of his cape, Count Dracula ruined the reputation of bats forevermore. Maybe. In the 120 years since ”Dracula” came on the scene and spooked us into believing bats are bad, we’re beginning to get a grasp on the truth: Their voracious appetite…

During the mural celebration, guest speaker amd artist, Esteban Camacho Steffensen, is seen with the mural in the background. Funds for the mural came from a grant from the Springfield Rotary Foundation. Steffensen supervised volunteers from the church, A3 High School, and the Rotary Club…

IMAGE PROVIDED Offenses under the state’s distracted driving law will begin counting toward elevated sanctions July 1. Here’s how penalties can add up: •First offense, not contributing to a crash: Class B violation, with a fine up to $1,000. •Second offense, or first offense, if…

I regularly hear testimonials from people letting me know how much they enjoy their kombucha drinks. Some of them drink this electrolyte rich beverage when they are thirsty, hot and sweaty after a workout, others just enjoy the taste. They usually, however complain about the…

Welcome to summer! Goodbye rain and short days, hello sunshine and flowers! Bring on the barbecue, pool, and camping! For Oregonians, emerging from hibernation and enjoying longer daylight hours is a much-anticipated time of year filled with making great memories with family and friends. It’s…

As we have officially entered the summer season, outdoor recreation and activities are becoming a staple in our weekend schedules. With hiking being an activity that continues to grow in popularity, especially during this time of the year, it is important to know how to…

Downsizing and de-cluttering seem to be common buzz words lately as more and more of us are recognizing that the things we’ve collected over the years may have outlived their usefulness. While this may be very clear in garages and overstuffed attics, our closed closets,…

IMAGE STUDIOPETS.COM Q: What is compounding? A: Simply put, compounding is any manipulation of a drug beyond that is described on the drug label. Manipulation might include mixing, diluting, concentrating, flavoring or changing a drug dosage form. Veterinary drugs should only be compounded based on…