Category Community

Hateful graffiti spotted, scrubbed in Springfield

SPRINGFIELD – On Friday, Oct. 24, graffiti was discovered near Mill Street and Centennial Boulevard, along with flyers and other materials targeting community members, according to City of Springfield officials. “There is no place for hate in Springfield. Our community stands united in rejecting racism,…

Cottage Grove, Creswell fire levy on November ballot

LANE COUNTY – As Election Day approaches, residents of Springfield, Cottage Grove, and Creswell will have the opportunity to vote on crucial measures aimed at updating fire levies for their local fire districts. These levies, which represent an additional tax on property owners, are essential…

Cottage Grove Mayor’s Monster Ball a thriller

COTTAGE GROVE – Frogs, Frankenstein, Freddy Krueger, the Statue of Liberty, Catwoman, the Scooby-Doo gang, witches, and many other characters and costumes filled up the dance floor at the Cottage Grove Armory for the Mayor’s Monster Ball last Saturday night. An estimated 250-300 folks showed…

Springfield Egan on the way

SPRINGFIELD – The Memorial Building at 765 A St., in Springfield, was once home to St. Vincent de Paul’s Egan Warming Shelter. This year, the organization has its eyes on the former WareMart parking lot for temporary overnight warming shelters. The proposed site is located…

Springfield fire levy on November ballot

As Election Day approaches, residents of Springfield, Cottage Grove, and Creswell will have the opportunity to vote on crucial measures aimed at updating fire levies for their local fire districts. These levies, which represent an additional tax on property owners, are essential for funding fire…

A mayoral walk & talk in Springfield

SPRINGFIELD – “Walktober” takes place each October, promoting wellness and encouraging folks to enjoy the autumn weather while being active. The Springfield mayor went on a two-mile walk through the Washburne District and the new Mill Street pedestrian and bicycle facilities as part of We…