COTTAGE GROVE – Saturday’s sun beat down with 80-degree rays on 21 airplanes, 34 automobiles, and their owners, as well as about 280 people checking them out at the annual Wings and Wheels event hosted by the Oregon Aviation Historical Society and Museum. The 11th annual fundraiser invited aircraft and[Read More…]

U.S. Senators Ron Wyden and Jeff Merkley, along with U.S. Representatives Val Hoyle and Janelle Bynum, announced on Monday a combined $9.7 million in federal grants for infrastructure improvements to taxiways, fencing, aircraft storage, and other projects at airports throughout Oregon, including $448,000 for Creswell Hobby Field Airport.  “I’m glad[Read More…]

The 93rd annual Western Oregon Exposition Heritage Fair takes place the third week in August and includes  educational displays, live music, kids’ games, antique engines, demonstrations, animal exhibits, and more. With a typical attendance of around 3,000 visitors and free admission, the nonprofit seeks sponsors and donations to support its[Read More…]

Alma Fumiko Hesus, UWLC’s Vice President of Resource Development, has been selected to serve as the next President and CEO for United Way of Lane County (UWLC), the board of directors announced this week. Following 40 years of leadership in the network and 13 years as President and CEO of[Read More…]

COTTAGE GROVE – It’s not a bird, it’s a plane – about 20 of them, actually.  They will be lined up outside the Oregon Aviation Historical Society and Museum in about a week. Modern and vintage aircraft, automobiles, and motorcycles will be there, too. The 11th annual Wings and Wheels[Read More…]

Chronicle news service  The Oregon Wildfire season and the Atlantic Hurricane season are underway now. Summer can mean an increased threat of severe storms, wildfires, and extreme heat, and the American Red Cross needs people to help plan for the unexpected by giving in June. Those with chronic conditions or[Read More…]

COTTAGE GROVE – Kiddos walked into their school library with wide eyes and gaping mouths as they looked at a spread of colorful children’s books across four tables. These books wouldn’t have to be returned like the kids’ usual library books. Last Thursday, Dorena Elementary students in grades K-2 chose[Read More…]

The Three Rivers Foundation, the charitable arm of the Three Rivers Casino Resort, awarded $720,000 in grants in 2025 to 60 organizations throughout Oregon, with over $270,000 allocated to 26 organizations in Lane County.  The Foundation was established by the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians to[Read More…]