SPRINGFIELD – Last week, the Pump Cafe hosted a ribbon cutting celebrating its new ownership — Chloe Nossaman, 19, a recent Thurston High School gradate. “I just graduated high school; I didn’t want to go to college, I wanted something creative,” Nossaman said modestly. “When the opportunity arose, I said[Read More…]
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In their own words: Springfield mayor Sean VanGordon, uncontested
Since 2021, I’ve had the privilege of being your mayor. I am thankful for the support of my community and the trust of people that have let me into their lives. We’ve done so much to move our city forward. I am excited because we still have so many opportunities[Read More…]
Colts maintain supremacy in cross-town rivalry
SPRINGFIELD – The bragging rights for best football team in Springfield will remain with the Thurston Colts after their 47-20 win against the Springfield Millers last night. Thurston had a slow start, but was led by a rushing attack that racked up 325 yards and 4 touchdowns. “Just proud of[Read More…]
Springfield handles Crater in league opener
SPRINGFIELD – The Springfield Millers dominated on both sides of the ball at home Friday in their league opener against Crater, taking down the Comets 33-15. The Millers keys to victory were winning the turnover battle by a whopping +5 (6 Comets turnovers to 1 Millers), as well as continually[Read More…]
Springfield violinist hits right notes
CHRONICLE PHOTO David Burham, Springfield resident, gestures as he explains how he crafts instruments out of his home workshop in Springfield. SPRINGFIELD – When David Burham first decided to become a luthier, he wanted to pick the brains of all of the world’s elite violin makers. Of course, that wasn’t[Read More…]
Ebbert pastor ready to serve spirit, bellies
ERIN TIERNEY-HEGGENSTALLER / THE CHRONICLE Pastor Liv Gibbons in her favorite dress on the steps of Ebbert Memorial United Methodist Church. SPRINGFIELD – On the corner of 6th and C streets in Springfield, stands Ebbert Memorial United Methodist Church, a quite large and peculiar brick building. The architecture is asymmetrical[Read More…]
Environmental insight, art beautifies Springfield
BOBBY STEVENS / THE CHRONICLERae Matagora is all smiles as she works on her colorful “under the sea” creation. SPRINGFIELD – Next time you’re in downtown Springfield, take some time to glance down at the sidewalk. You might be surprised at what you see. A Street is the new home[Read More…]
Drifters struggle, fall to first-place Knights
SPRINGFIELD – Close, but no cigar may as well have been the Drifters’ motto on Wednesday, July 27 when they hosted the first-place Corvallis Knights at Hamlin Field. The Drifters fell 9-6 on a scorching hot evening, but had chances to win slip through their fingers. “I think one thing[Read More…]
Passerby in Springfield shot in face with shotgun
SPRINGFIELD – Someone was shot with a shotgun while driving on McGowan Creek Road on July 31, just before 9 p.m. The victim, an unidentified 29-year-old man, said that he and his vehicle were shot multiple times by birdshot from a shotgun while driving on McGowan Creek Road. Despite numerous[Read More…]
Blueberries a plentiful harvest in Willamette Valley
Beautiful blueberries ready to be picked at Adkins Blueberry Farm. They’re round. They’re sweet. They’re good for your health and for the local economy. With the blueberry season in full swing, Oregon nearly leads the pack of production harvest nationwide. Next to Washington, Oregon is second in the nation for[Read More…]
