Category Community

Nonprofits picking up slack as veteran services weaken

Veterans risk their lives protecting American civilians, yet their needs are often not met by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) when they return to the States. Although 73% of veterans said they received benefits from the VA, according to Pew Research Center, only 46%…

Fireworks, reptiles a hit at Light of Liberty event

SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Utility Board (SUB)’s annual Light of Liberty (LOL) event for Fourth of July last week brought community members together to endure the heat while celebrating American independence. This event is a way for SUB to raise money and awareness for Project SHARE:…

Patriotic spirit could not be dampened by heat wave

CRESWELL — Fourth of July brings a four-decade-old tradition of celebration to Creswell including a parade, live music, and a fireworks show. Creswell didn’t hesitate to keep their extravagant festivities continuing for their community and anyone traveling to see this year. The Fourth of July…

Drifters having a blast on, off field

SPRINGFIELD – Fireworks? You want fireworks? The Springfield Drifters delivered on and off the field July 4 with an 18-4 victory over a college all-star team at Hamlin Sports Complex in front of the largest crowd in team history – 1,326.  “This is the coolest…

City Council Roundup: Week of July 11

Glenwood annexation conversation restarts in fall SPRINGFIELD – The potential annexation of 0.37 acres of residential property to the City and Willamalane drew many community members to speak at the June 3 public hearing, causing council to ask staff to continue this conversation at the…

Police Roundup: Week of July 11

Police bust 2 in Lego theft ring EUGENE — Two people have been charged after a months-long investigation has led police to uncover a significant Lego theft ring in Eugene.  On July 3 around 12:30 p.m., Springfield Police Department’s Crime Reduction Unit (CRU) served a…

Data Center: Public Safety – Week of July 11

SPRINGFIELD POLICE DEPARTMENT MONDAY, JULY 1 (88 total calls) Top calls: Traffic stop (13), Dispute (11), Criminal trespass (6) 1:30 am: DUII, S. 69th Pl./Main St. 7:39 am: Assault, 1934 Centennial Blvd. 8:33 am: Theft from vehicle, 9957 N St. 9:19 am: Theft, 1887 Pioneer…

Classifieds: Week of July 11

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