SPRINGFIELD – All five volleyball coaches agreed on one thing about the inaugural North Star Jamboree at Springfield High School on Aug. 29. It was a smashing success. “Jamborees really are a unique opportunity to play good ball and also play with your lineup a little bit and take[Read More…]
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WasteWise: Lane County educators now equipped with sustainability, waste prevention curriculum
The other day, I came across a magazine article articulating the disconnect between the science of climate change and environmental sustainability and our education system. Specifically, the Education Week article examined teachers’ low confidence levels when tackling sustainability-related topics in the classroom. “More so than their colleagues in other countries,[Read More…]
Here to Help: Local youth helps nonprofits with his own cat toy business
SPRINGFIELD — Who doesn’t love watching a playful cat? The way they wind up their hind legs and… POUNCE! At 13, Brett Boehme began making and selling cat toys for a school project, and hasn’t had the heart to stop. Not only does he make creative catnip toys, he donates[Read More…]
Here to Help: Catholic Community Services report strong numbers helping unhoused, others in Lane
SPRINGFIELD — After Gov. Tina Kotek’s state of emergency declaration regarding homelessness in January 2023, Lane County received roughly $18.5 million to work toward three initiatives: preventing homelessness, rehousing unhoused citizens, and increasing the number of available shelter beds. Nonprofit Catholic Community Services (CCS) of Lane County has made significant[Read More…]
Here to Help: Nonprofit cares for pets when patients can’t
SPRINGFIELD — When a patient in hospice care is lost, what happens to their pets? Ruth Helle, a medical social worker, and Thea Peck, a hospice nurse, were faced with that very question when they were left with the dog of a patient who passed away. The two took care[Read More…]
At a Glance: Southern Willamette Valley high school football preview
COTTAGE GROVE (0-0) AT #5 NORTH MARION (0-1) ■ Just the facts: The Lions are on the road for their season-opener against the Huskies … Both schools classifications are 4A, but both football teams compete in Class 3A … Game is at 20167 Grim Rd. NE, Aurora, Ore. ■ Kicking[Read More…]
HSSZ: New turf, same Thurston Colts dominance
SPRINGFIELD – When Noah Blair connected with Matt Newell on a 65-yard touchdown pass during Friday night’s season-opening drive, it quickly became apparent that the Thurston teammates are going to be frequently mentioned in the same breath this season. Blair, a senior, accounted for 429 yards and five touchdowns while[Read More…]
Public Notices: Edition of Sept. 5, 2024
TRUSTEE’S NOTICE OF SALE T.S. No.: OR-22-914340-SW Reference is made to that certain deed made by, DIANE M. MART as Grantor to FIRST AMERICAN TITLE, as trustee, in favor of MORTGAGE ELECTRONIC REGISTRATION SYSTEMS, INC. AS DESIGNATED NOMINEE FOR FREMONT INVESTMENT & LOAN, ITS SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS, as Beneficiary, dated[Read More…]
Global brands supporting hyper-local news
We can’t repeat it often enough: Our north star is “hyper-local” news and information. It’s why we’re hosting the North Star Volleyball Jamboree this week – bringing together the volleyball teams from Springfield, Thurston, Cottage Grove, Creswell and Pleasant Hill to shine a spotlight on the schools, players, and communities. [Read More…]
BLOCK out Sept. 6 for fun in downtown Springfield
SPRINGFIELD — Ambiguous signs posted around Springfield read: “What is The BLOCK Party?” Well, we’re here to tell you. On Friday, Sept. 6, downtown Springfield will be bustling during the annual The BLOCK Party in the downtown area. Chronicle archive photo / Bob Williams Between 4-9 p.m., downtown will be[Read More…]
