What do Texas Roadhouse, Springfield Library, Bloodworks NW, Springfield Special Weapons and Tactics, Target, and face painting have in common? They were all represented at the Springfield Police Department’s “National Night Out” this past Tuesday evening. Community members gather to view displays at National Night…

SPRINGFIELD – Lane Transit District’s Board of Directors is embracing a new chapter with a recent update to its longstanding board members. Susan Cox was elected LTD’s board president during LTD’s June meeting. She previously served as the board’s vice president. Representing Southwest Eugene, Fern…

Cottage Grove man missing COTTAGE GROVE – The Lane County Sheriff’s Office is seeking Herbert Elroy Stout, 80, of Cottage Grove, who was reported missing from his home on Raisor Road. He was last seen this morning and has a history of hitchhiking. Stout is…

SPRINGFIELD — Chronicle arts writer Sarina Dorie last week showcased her other creative side during the 2nd Friday Art Walk at Black Forest Tattoo Studios. Sarina Dorie, her artwork, and onlookers at the 2nd Friday Artwalk in downtown Springfield. / ALL PHOTOS BY BOB WILLIAMS…

CRESWELL – Bubbles floated through the air while kids played in Harry Holt Memorial Park. A misting line hung from the restrooms to a nearby tree, spraying cool water on people as they walked under. The smell of grilled hot dogs wafted through the park.…

SPRINGFIELD – Public radio stations KLCC and KRVM are facing financial challenges after Congress’ party-line vote July 18 to rescind funding for public broadcasting. Both stations’ general managers were confident their stations would survive the cuts – citing dedicated staffers and committed listeners. KLCC general…

I’ve been working at Lane County Waste Management since 2022. Soon after I started, in 2023, we began hosting Fix-It Fairs. For those who may not be familiar, Fix-It Fairs are free public events where attendees work with fixers (also known as repair coaches) to…

EUGENE – PeaceHealth is proud to launch Valley River Pediatric Priority Care Clinic, the only urgent care in the Eugene/Springfield area just for kids. The clinic is open seven days week to kids of all ages – newborn to 18 years old, including those who aren’t…

Springfield man sentenced for producing child pornography EUGENE, Ore.—Dusty Jacaway, 29, of Springfield, Oregon, was sentenced to 250 months in federal prison today for producing child pornography. According to court documents, in October 2024, Lane County Sheriff’s Office deputies located Jacaway in a vehicle with…