Weekly Clips for December 19

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This week’s top highlights…

Hartzell closes book on iconic Kalapuya store
COTTAGE GROVE – For quite some time now, life has been one chaotic chapter after another for Betsy Hartzell. Now she gets to close the book on a very large…
Hartzell closes book on iconic Kalapuya store
COTTAGE GROVE – For quite some time now, life has been one chaotic chapter after another for Betsy Hartzell. Now she gets to close the book on a very large…
Little theater, big energy: Purdum looks to drive more engagement as new Wildish director
SPRINGFIELD –On Sept. 1, Wildish Theater welcomed a new theater director. Upon meeting the new director, Camron Purdum, it is obvious why he got the job. Despite being only 27-years-old,…
Little theater, big energy: Purdum looks to drive more engagement as new Wildish director
SPRINGFIELD –On Sept. 1, Wildish Theater welcomed a new theater director. Upon meeting the new director, Camron Purdum, it is obvious why he got the job. Despite being only 27-years-old,…
Creswell Winter Lights event dazzles attendees
Check back later for photos! CRESWELL — A fleet of pastel-hued Volkswagens enveloped in Christmas lights; the Grinch humorously wagging his finger at parade attendees; Santa and Mrs. Claus waving…
Creswell Winter Lights event dazzles attendees
Check back later for photos! CRESWELL — A fleet of pastel-hued Volkswagens enveloped in Christmas lights; the Grinch humorously wagging his finger at parade attendees; Santa and Mrs. Claus waving…
Local reading advocate leads state’s ‘Dolly Parton’ Imagination Library
SPRINGFIELD — Laurie McNichols has stepped into a new role as the state director of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, a nonprofit that promotes children’s reading proficiency nationwide. McNichols, previously an…
Local reading advocate leads state’s ‘Dolly Parton’ Imagination Library
SPRINGFIELD — Laurie McNichols has stepped into a new role as the state director of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, a nonprofit that promotes children’s reading proficiency nationwide. McNichols, previously an…
Column: Do something ‘wild’ this holiday season
Domestic and wild animals have been a massive part of my life. Born in a logging camp in Minnesota, neighbors such as bears, deer, moose, coyotes, and bobcats were a…
Column: Do something ‘wild’ this holiday season
Domestic and wild animals have been a massive part of my life. Born in a logging camp in Minnesota, neighbors such as bears, deer, moose, coyotes, and bobcats were a…

In case you missed it…

Soggy but spirited ‘Oldest & Coldest’ Springfield parade


Eliyah, Melody, Tiffany, Sadie, Johnny, and Peter Martindale won’t let the rain damper their holiday spirit. BOB WILLIAMS / CHRONICLE PHOTO

 For over seven decades, the Springfield Christmas Parade has served as a holiday season kickoff for residents and visitors alike. Even rainy conditions couldn’t damper the glow of glittering floats, triumphant high school marching bands pumping up the crowd, and the Coca-Cola Bear waving and wiggling in a cherry-red truck. 

The event’s theme was ‘Gingerbread Kisses and Christmas Wishes.’ Funds raised will benefit upholding Oregon Riders Society’s mission: “Every Child Deserves A Fighting Chance.”

ORS is comprised of motorcycle riders looking to make a positive impact on families in need while also coming together to ride. According to its website, ORS’ core values are respect, happiness, and loyalty. 

Brenda Hughey, a co-parade organizer, described how the organization has paid electricity bills, purchased Christmas toys for children, and assembled turkey dinners. 

 

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