Kesey mural milestone highlights Block Party
SPRINGFIELD – “You’re either on the bus or off the bus,” according to Ken Kesey, and The Block Party is just the kind of bus you’re going to want to take a ride on. The heart of downtown Springfield is…
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Bohemia Food Hub plans back on track
COTTAGE GROVE – Federal funding freezes led to temporary delays in local programs for food makers and creators in Cottage Grove such as Bohemia Food Hub – which supports the growth and development of food and beverage businesses. Kim Johnson,…
‘Upstream Art’ mural adds splash of color at Guy Lee Elementary
SPRINGFIELD – Last Thursday, a City of Springfield traffic team installed the 45th storm drain mural in Springfield. Local artist Rae Matagora designed the painting in celebration of the city’s 10th anniversary of “Upstream Art” storm drain mural projects. According…
Crolly promoted to deputy chief role
SPRINGFIELD – The City of Springfield and the Springfield Police Department on Aug. 27 announced the promotion of Lieutenant George Crolly to the position of Deputy Chief of Police following a national competitive recruitment process. Crolly brings more than 25…
Labor Day thoughts on work
Labor Day: a holiday to honor and recognize laborers… OK, I can understand the need to honor those who work; after all, many cannot work. God put humans “in the Garden to work it and take care of it.” From…
Laughs, luggage for foster children
TLC giving back during Color Blindness Awareness Month EUGENE — In honor of September as Color Blindness Awareness Month, Travel Lane County is taking steps to enhance the experience of visitors with hidden disabilities, including color blindness. The organization is…
New coaches debut at jamboree
PLEASANT HILL – Building a successful volleyball program is never easy. You have to install a system and build a culture. Every great program has to establish a sense of continuity that brings good players into the mix every year. …
Drake’s ‘Untamed and Indomitable’ exhibition at EAC
SPRINGFIELD — The Emerald Art Center will soon present “Untamed and Indomitable,” an exhibition of recent works by California-based painter Robyn Drake, on view from Sept. 2 through 26. A public reception will be held on Friday, Sept. 12, during…
Showcase draws 40+ teams to Springfield
SPRINGFIELD – More than 40 high school soccer teams played at the 2025 Les Schwab Soccer Showcase last week, a two-day jamboree-style tournament on Aug. 28-29. The girls’ teams played Thursday, followed by the boys teams on Friday at Les…
Fall sports recaps & previews; local soccer teams kick off the season with Showcase
RECAPS PREVIEWS Football Football Mountain View 42, Springfield 13■ Recap: The Millers opened their season on campus against the Cougars last Friday. The Millers had strong opening performances from several top returners in the loss – particularly from Colby Kasperek…