COTTAGE GROVE – Federal funding freezes led to temporary delays in local programs for food makers and creators in Cottage Grove such as Bohemia Food Hub – which supports the growth and development of food and beverage businesses. Kim Johnson, founder and food producer, said…

EUGENE – The Holiday Farm Fire tore through the McKenzie River valley five years ago. For some area residents, the trauma remains fresh in their memories. Kelly Shaw, a licensed professional counselor at PeaceHealth, is based at the McKenzie River Community School in Finn Rock,…

EUGENE – What happens to floral centerpieces and bouquets after a big celebration? Do guests take them home and admire them until they perish? Do they get tossed and return to the soil they came from? Tabitha “Taby” Phifer thought of an idea to give…

COTTAGE GROVE – St. Vincent dePaul is looking for homeowners in Cottage Grove who are in need of home-repair loans. The Regional Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program (RHRP) is a home-loan program that provides financial assistance for health-and-safety repairs. The program aims to improve existing low-income…

COTTAGE GROVE – Cottage Grove families are facing a critical childcare shortage. A local nonprofit organization is working to address these needs by distributing significant grants to support childcare establishments and fund programs for children. The Woodard Family Foundation recently awarded two $30,000 grants in…

Donations after a disaster■ In the aftermath of a disaster, Oregonians often ask, “How can I help?” While offers of donated goods, such as clothing, food, and household items, are heartfelt, they can create serious logistical challenges for emergency responders and community organizations already stretched…

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…

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…

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…