Fire department investigating cause SPRINGFIELD — The Eugene Springfield Fire responded to a fire in an occupied storage building on Friday, Feb. 7. Firefighters were dispatched to the blaze in the 5200 block of Daisy Street at 11:18 a.m. Engine 14 arrived two minutes later to find a working fire[Read More…]
Public Safety & Health
State’s finance division warns about ‘relationship’ scams
The Oregon Division of Financial Regulation (DFR) warns about texts or messages from strangers, which can indicate a “relationship investment scam.” Department officials said scammers typically reach out on social media, build trust through fake romantic or friendly relationships, and then persuade victims to invest in fraudulent schemes, often involving[Read More…]
Updated: January restaurant inspection report card – southern Willamette Valley
JAN. 2 ■ Hayward Inn restaurant, 1759 Franklin Blvd., EUG. Score: 95 ■ Subway Sandwiches, 1920 Franklin Blvd., EUG. Score: 92 ■ Cinemark 17, 2900 Gateway St., SPR. Score: 100 JAN. 3 ■ Carl’s Jr, 3032 Gateway St., SPR. Score: 100 ■ Pieology Pizzeria, 2860 Gateway St., SPR. Score: 92 [Read More…]
Springfield Police Chief resigning
SPRINGFIELD – Springfield Police Chief Andrew Shearer announced his resignation on Feb. 12, effective March 14, 2025. “Over the past four years, he has worked to enhance SPD’s community trust, operational effectiveness, and internal culture, leaving a lasting impact on the department,” stated Elyse Ditzel, the public information officer for[Read More…]
Police Roundup: Springfield cat hoarder, DUII arrests, new dogs on block, more
31 cats rescued from Springfield hoarder SPRINGFIELD – In a rescue effort between Greenhill Humane Society and Springfield Animal Control, 31 cats were saved on Jan. 28 after being found abandoned in a neglected rented townhome in Springfield. “All of these cats arrived with various health issues, including some serious[Read More…]
Springfield Police calls MONDAY, JAN. 27 (81 total calls) Top calls: Traffic stop (18), Abandoned vehicle (12), Warrant service (6) 1:47 am: Traffic stop, 437 I-105 EB 4:01 am: Criminal mischief, 1010 L St. 10:50 am: Found animal(s), 3834 Main St. 11:58 am: Theft, 1920 Olympic St. 12:23 pm: Theft,[Read More…]
January restaurant Inspections: Blue Valley Bistro, Chipotle, Master Donut, more
JAN. 2 Hayward Inn restaurant, 1759 Franklin Blvd., EUG. Score: 95 Subway Sandwiches, 1920 Franklin Blvd., EUG. Score: 92 Cinemark 17, 2900 Gateway St., SPR. Score: 100 JAN. 3 Carl’s Jr, 3032 Gateway St., SPR. Score: 100 Pieology Pizzeria, 2860 Gateway St., SPR. Score: 92 Panera Bread #2164, 2810 Gateway[Read More…]
Police Call Logs: Jan. 20-26
SPRINGFIELD POLICE MONDAY, JAN. 20 (55 total calls) Top calls: Dispute (6), Abandoned vehicle (5), Traffic stop (5) 1:29 am: Driving while suspended, 34th St./Olympic St. 1:33 am: Unlawful vehicle entry, 2033 7th St. 11:38 am: Theft of services, 919 Kruse Way 12:07 pm: Criminal trespass, 520 Harlow Rd. 12:30[Read More…]
Police Call Logs: Dec. 23-29
SPRINGFIELD POLICE MONDAY, DEC. 23 (77 total calls) Top calls: Traffic stop (12), Dispute (8), Criminal trespass (6) 1:30 am: Missing person, 317 30th St. 3:46 am: Theft from vehicle, 1869 H St. 4:30 am: Dispute, 2802 Fiesta Dr. 4:53 am: Wrong-way driver, Pioneer Pkwy. W./Centennial Blvd. 6:48 am: Criminal[Read More…]
Treatment works, and recovery is possible
The stigma around addiction often obscures a vital truth: recovery is possible, and treatment works. Each year, millions of Americans are affected by substance use disorders, disrupting lives, families, and communities. This January, we observe the first-ever Substance Use Disorder Treatment Month, a time to recognize the power of recovery,[Read More…]
