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City of Springfield Bicycle Survey Open

SPRINGFIELD – The City of Springfield is once again seeking national recognition as a Bicycle Friendly Community (BFC) through the League of American Bicyclists. This designation evaluates and celebrates communities that are building safer streets and better biking networks to…
LRAPA Emite Aviso de Smog (Ozono) para el Área Metropolitana de Eugene/Springfield

CONDADO DE LANE — Con la ola de calor que se está desarrollando en la región, la Agencia Regional de Protección del Aire de Lane (LRAPA) está emitiendo un aviso de calidad del aire a partir del sábado 23 de…
LRAPA Issues Smog (Ozone) Advisory for Eugene/Springfield Metro Area

LANE COUNTY — With the developing heatwave across the region, the Lane Regional Air Protection Agency (LRAPA) is issuing an air quality advisory beginning Saturday, Aug. 23, 2025, for the Eugene/Springfield metropolitan area due to elevated levels of ozone pollution,…
I-5 fire contained between Cottage Grove, Creswell, power restored

This story is being updated frequently. Check back for more updates and photos. SAGINAW — A vegetation fire between Cottage Grove and Creswell is shutting down the northbound off-ramp for Saginaw while multiple battalions work to contain the five-acre fire.…
Local fisheries not yet feeling brunt of altering landscape

When the current Administration rescinded a directive from the previous Administration that would have allowed for the removal of the three lower Snake River dams, it sent shockwaves through the scientific and angling communities in the Pacific Northwest. Many believe…
Bushnell, Pine Ridge team up for golf facility

By Steve Mims The Chronicle SPRINGFIELD – Bushnell University president Joe Womack was bragging about the golf program’s new Player Development Center when he needed a little help clarifying just how elite it is. “An unbelievable facility,” Womack said during…
McDonald’s drives interest with new Creswell location

CRESWELL – Creswell gained a pair of golden arches in the spot that was once home to China Wok and Hot Shot Coffee. Construction has been brewing for months, but last Friday, a grand opening celebration welcomed a brand-new, top-of-the-line…
Infrastructure key to TLC master plan

Imagine throwing a huge party with all the best food, all the best drinks and all the best decorations and music, but neglecting to produce enough tables and chairs for all your guests? All your hard work could be undone…
Holiday Farm victims receive ongoing help

EUGENE – The Holiday Farm Fire tore through the McKenzie River valley five years ago. For some area residents, the trauma remains fresh in their memories. Kelly Shaw, a licensed professional counselor at PeaceHealth, is based at the McKenzie River…
