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SPRINGFIELD – The City of Springfield and The American Legion Post #40 co-hosted a Veterans Breakfast with Mayor Sean VanGordon to honor Springfield’s veterans and thank them for their service last Tuesday. “The breakfast is a small but simple way to say thank you and…

SPRINGFIELD – The Springfield Lions Club, known for its dedication to serving others, celebrated its 75th anniversary on the evening of Nov. 3 at Major Family Funeral Home on Mill Street. Springfield Mayor Sean VanGordon delivered opening remarks, emphasizing the Lions Club’s vital role in…

The National Federation of Independent Business Small Business Optimism Index declined by 0.6 points in October to 98.2, but remained above its 52-year average of 98. The Uncertainty Index fell 12 points from September to 88, the lowest reading of this year. “Small business optimism…

EUGENE — St. Vincent de Paul of Lane County (SVdP) staff who oversee the agency’s Egan Warming Centers program are preparing for the upcoming winter season with new challenges to overcome following a 50-percent reduction in the program’s funding. Egan is one program among many…

SPRINGFIELD – Dog lovers in Springfield can grab the free 2026 Canines for Clean Water calendar at various locations. Created by the City’s Stormwater Team, the calendar features 12 local dogs selected from over 160 submissions to promote clean rivers and the importance of picking…

SPRINGFIELD – The owner of a local pet store has launched a community effort to support pets whose families may be in need this season. It runs through Dec. 31. When checking out at All American Pet, 1833 Pioneer Parkway East, shoppers are invited to…

COTTAGE GROVE – The Cottage Grove Museum is set to welcome the community to its 12th annual Stained Glass and Candlelight Holiday Event on Saturday, Dec. 6. The event will take place from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. at the museum, located at the corner…

SPRINGFIELD – As the public comment period runs out of time, community members and Springfield Library volunteers continue to voice their concerns to the Springfield City Council in hopes it will halt the proposal to slash library funding by $500,000 in the report of the…

Juanita Avila stands at the front desk of her grocery store, Juanita's Latina Store in Cottage Grove, Oregon, the day after she was arrested by ICE agents. Avila had her green card in her pocket during the encounter. BOB WILLIAMS / THE CHRONICLE