Articles from the December 6, 2018 edition
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'And now, here's your host, Drew Carey!' - Creswell woman is contestant on'The Price is Right' Dec. 14
A Creswell woman will be a contestant on the longest-running game show of all time, "The Price is Right," on Friday, Dec. 14. Tune in to CBS at 10 a.m. to watch Haley Lupinski, 25, of Creswell, "come...
African Children's Choir graces Creswell Dec. 9
On Sunday Dec. 9, Creswell will have the opportunity to hear a collaboration between Western Hymns and Ugandan style music, as the African Children's Choir lists the Church of Nazarene to perform...
GENERAL ELECTION UPDATE - Council write-in candidate revealed
Official election results from the Nov. 6 general election were released on Nov. 26, and so was the name of the previously undisclosed write-in candidate champ for Creswell City Council. There were...
Family Relief Nursery - Creswell 'harvests the magic' for FRN
When children and families at risk for child abuse or neglect receive services from the skilled and caring professionals at Family Relief Nursery of Cottage Grove, magic happens in their lives....
Tree Lighting 2018 recap
Mrs. Santa Claus stopped by Creswell Library during the Tree Lighting event on Saturday, Dec. 1. She read Christmas stories and took some time to color with some of her fans....
Doris M. Bichsel
Doris M. Bichsel, long time resident of Creswell, passed away Nov. 6, 2018 at the age of 91. She is survived by her husband of 71 years, Edwin Bichsel, with all those years having lived in Creswell. Ed and Doris had five children: Letha Paille of...
Help Family Relief Nursery, help local families
Residents can help Creswell’s Family Relief Nursery help families put gifts under the tree for Christmas. A Christmas Gift and Clothing Drive will be held now through Dec. 18 for children 10 to 18 years old. This drive is being coordinated by...
Mayor's Message - On council culture
Editor’s Note: This is a speech presented by Mayor Dave Stram to Creswell City Council on Nov. 26. I want to talk with you tonight about the subject of council culture. As my service as mayor winds... Full story
Passion for wildlife shouldn't override progress, survival of human race
I am amazed at times when I read about freedom of animals. Contention is that all animal life should be free and not encumbered in any manner shape or form. I can understand some of the reasons even...
Letter to the Editor - Thank you, sir
I am fortunate to have retired Colonel Richard Heyman as a neighbor here in Creswell. I consider an iron-jawed icon of the American fighter pilots of yesteryear. Today he is enjoying his well-earned retirement with his beautiful English bride. During...
House catches fire on 10th Street Dec. 4
A fire broke out at a residency on South 10th Street on the eastside of the street in the early afternoon of Tuesday, Dec. 4. The fire was called in around 12:10 p.m. Neighbors and onlookers...
Cottage Theatre Presents: 'The Fantasticks'
Since its inception in 1960, "The Fantasticks" by Tom Jones and Harvey Schmidt is the longest-running production in American theatre. From the creative and unique storyline to the beautifully written...
Sweet Lorane Community News
We’re already halfway through “the holidays,” I can’t believe it. It’s amazing how much days, weeks, months and years accelerate as we get older. I can remember, as a child, what seemed...
5 Flying Monkeys
With Christmas right around the corner, the time to finish up that holiday shopping is now - and 5 Flying Monkeys in Cottage Grove has something for everyone, offering 24 different vendors and an...
Elite Game Spot
Offering twelve 55" high-definition televisions, ample seating and the most popular gaming systems, Elite Game Spot is the premier gaming center in Southern Lane County. Elite Game Spot also features...
Kalapuya Books
From children's books to all types of fiction, Kalapuya Books has something for the bookworm in all of us. Kalapuya Books also has unique, interesting and quirky gifts lining their walls, such as...
The Flower Basket
Winter apparel, Christmas ornaments and decorations, The Flower Basket in Cottage Grove has plenty to offer this year. Great stocking stuffers and gift items include their extensive line of Naked Bee...
Sears Hometown Store
Sears Hometown Store in Cottage Grove carries all the biggest brands of washers, dryers, refrigerators and ovens. Whether that old refrigerator has gone kaput, or there's a friend or family member...
Coast Fork Feed Store
Starting Dec. 15, Coast Fork Feed Store is having their Christmas specials throughout their store. These discounts will run through the holiday season and offer exciting deals on a variety of popular...
Rogers & Son
Between the extra company traipsing in and out of our homes to dragging that Christmas tree across the floor, the holiday season can be tough on floors. The professionals at Rogers & Son offer...
Roundball Dawgs 3-1 after season-opening week on the road
Preseason boys' basketball opened with the Bulldogs besting host Waldport 79-60 on Nov. 28, then edging host Horizon Christian 65-62 on Nov. 29 before competing in the Beau Classic Tournament hosted b...
Lady Dawgs basketball opens 3-1 after tough road week
Preseason girls' basketball kicked off with a busy week on the road for the Creswell Lady Bulldogs. The Lady Dawgs opened with a 32-26 win over host Waldport on Nov. 28 and a 32-29 victory over host H...
Pleasant Hill girls' basketball team loses but puts up a good fight
Billies guard Hannah Way gets pinned by Cavaliers Ana Coronado (left) and Hailey Ostby for a jump ball during first quarter of the Pleasant Hill vs Blanchet Catholic game on Nov. 28. Way scored 10...
Billie boys' win against the Cavaliers
Billies Steven Parmenter takes a shot to put up points in the paint in the first quarter of the Pleasant Hill vs. Blanchet Catholic game on Nov. 28. The Pleasant Hill Billies won against the Blanchet...
Nutritionally speaking: Why do we all need salt?
As this calendar year winds down, I am sure many of you are considering New Year's Resolutions for a healthier 2019. I am exploring a Ketogenic diet for myself, and will be offering a free six-week...