Pegasus Playhouse is a new theatre on Main Street in Springfield, but it is more than that.  I’ve  been involved in some form of the performing arts for most of my 57 years. I was taught by  some legendary humans how to dance, act and…

Dear Editor, I would like to clarify a point in the candidate profile of Karen Bodner, who is running for the position of Crow-Applegate-Lorane School District #66 Director Position 1.  Under “Prior Government Experience,” Ms. Bodner lists various positions she held on the Lane County…

I have been struggling lately to get my weekly column out on time. Our days since Jim’s retirement have been filled with scheduled doctors’ appointments, haircuts, pedicures—you know… preventative maintenance for not only our home and car, but for our bodies as well—and errands to…

Dear Editor, Thank you for the reminder that businesses cannot be trusted to serve public welfare in the well-researched article, “Out of the Dark” about Magnolia Gardens published on April 27.   There are so many opportunities for businesses to break up companies, siphon off…

Hi! This is Jim.  Much of my political experience has been staying “in the closet” as a conservative.  My family, friends, and most people I meet are progressive liberals.  And, unfortunately, in our current culture, for many, after someone finds out you disagree with them…It…

Erin Tierney-Heggenstaller, executive editor I was impressed by the glitzy and starry event put on for the Cottage Grove Chamber of Commerce’s annual awards banquet at the Armory. There was barely a moment where I didn’t see Georgia, CEO of the Chamber, zooming around to…

Based on recent local discussions and issues, it is apparent that many people in Lane County think that all our natural spaces would be better off without active management.  Somehow, we can go back in time, take people out of the equation, and let these…

April is Child Abuse Prevention Month – a time to raise awareness and make meaningful connections with children and families in our community.  According to the 2020 Lane County Data Card from Our Children Oregon, in 2019, 17.5 children per 1,000 were victims of abuse…