SPRINGFIELD – Willamalane Park and Recreation District is in the final stages of replanting 35 acres of blight-resistant filbert trees at Dorris Ranch. “This multi-phase project started in 2016,” said Eric Adams, Willamalane Planning, Parks, and Facilities Director. “We became aware of the (Eastern Filbert Blight) fungus around 2014. It[Read More…]
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Springfield State of the City outlines ‘Our Way Forward’ in 2025
SPRINGFIELD – From the lively musical stylings of the Springfield High School Jazz Band to enthusiastic pre-event conversation amongst attendees, the Wildish Theater in Springfield was abuzz on Jan. 30 for 2025’s State of the City Address. Mayor Sean VanGordon presented a comprehensive list of Springfield’s 2024 highlights and challenges[Read More…]
A classic tribute: Josue celebrates Holly, Valens
SPRINGFIELD – For most people, a decision about a career usually comes well after high school. Sometimes even after college, or maybe later than that. Joshua Josue had the good fortune of knowing what he wanted to do when he was only 13 or 14 years old. That’s when he[Read More…]
Springfield Chamber stows away time capsule in plain sight
SPRINGFIELD – Last week, the Springfield Chamber sealed away the contents of its time capsule for the next 25 years. No – it’s not buried or even sealed behind a protective case; it’s on display for all to see. “We decided, like Springfield does, that we’re going to do it[Read More…]
‘Theater for everyone’ approach inspiring all ages at Pegasus Playhouse
SPRINGFIELD – Pegasus Playhouse on Main Street is an excellent find for people of all ages interested in a theater in our backyard. “We are up-and-coming, but our audiences grow by the day,” says the founder and artistic director, Scott Frazier-Maskiell, full of enthusiasm. Frazier-Maskiell started the theater in 2018[Read More…]
Back from the blaze: Lane County firefighters return home from California
Following a two-week mobilization to Southern California to assist with the wildfire response – the largest out-of-state deployment in Oregon history – the state’s 21 strike teams arrived home last week, including two from Lane County. Oregon strike teams battled the Palisades and Eaton fires near Los Angeles, including Eugene-Springfield[Read More…]
Celebrating Dr. King’s legacy: Springfield hosts parade, student contest
SPRINGFIELD – On Jan. 20, a crowd of community members braved the nearly-freezing weather to march in solidarity with warm hearts under one theme: Peace equals justice. “We’re going to stand shoulder to shoulder, we’re going to lean on each other, we’re going to lean into our community,” said Kori[Read More…]
Matt Hartner Memorial Volleyball Classic gets underway Friday
SPRINGFIELD – One of the region’s premier MLK weekend club tournaments – the Matt Hartner Memorial Volleyball Classic – kicks off this weekend in Springfield and Eugene after the ice storm canceled last year’s event. The event has featured up to 264 high school teams from Washington, Oregon, Canada, Idaho,[Read More…]
Springfield seeks applicants for Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee
The City of Springfield is seeking applications from community members passionate about active transportation to fill an open position on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC). BPAC plays a key role in advising the City Council and City staff on pedestrian and bicycle policies, programs, and infrastructure improvements. The[Read More…]
Colts lose 18-point lead; Stiffler injured during loss
SPRINGFIELD – Friday night’s 60-59 overtime loss to Sheldon was painful in a number of ways for the top-ranked Thurston Colts boys basketball team. For starters, they lost what seemed like an insurmountable 18-point lead. It was their second straight loss, and it came against their crosstown rival. Worst of[Read More…]