Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
A mild winter and spring-like weather have allowed the Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF) to plant approximately 2 million seedlings in state forests, putting them ahead of schedule for the season. The seedlings, primarily Douglas Fir (74%), are part of…
COTTAGE GROVE – As the Cottage Grove Genealogical Society delves into the rich history of local servicemen and women, a heartfelt tribute is taking shape, honoring their bravery and sacrifice. CGGS is hosting a Military Open House on Wednesday, April…
Dear Editor: This in response to a letter calling some of the commissioners, one issue candidates. My response is the true one-trick pony in the Lane County commissioner race is incumbent Heather Buch. Her single, well-practiced trick is collecting more…
CRESWELL – The Creswell Middle School Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Chapter achieved remarkable success at the FBLA State Competition held from April 9-11, 2026, securing 1st place among all middle school chapters. The team earned a total of…
EUGENE – Health Care for All Oregon Lane County Chapter is hosting a Town Hall on Sunday, April 19, from 2-4 p.m. at the Unitarian Universalist Church, 1685 W. 13th Ave. The discussion will center on Oregon’s potential transition to…
SPRINGFIELD – Springfield is in full bloom, as captured by Chronicle photographer Adon Eccles. The pink-flowering trees that bloom in early spring along Centennial Boulevard and nearby areas in Springfield are primarily ornamental cherry trees (Prunus genus), including deep-pink “Kwanzan”…
By ANGELINE ROWE and STEWART WINDERFOR THE CHRONICLE SPRINGFIELD – Peeking out above the trees and tucked into a bend of the McKenzie River is a white spire. And at its base? The recently completed Willamette Valley Temple of The…
This story was updated after print deadlines. Creswell School District Superintendent Mike Johnson posted a letter on the school’s Facebook page in response to coverage and community interest. BY ELI THOMAS THE CHRONICLE CRESWELL – Creswell High School’s baseball field,…
■ SPRINGFIELD hosts Churchill in a dual meet on Wednesday. In the Millers other dual meet so far this season, against Marist, it dominated the throwing events, led by Noah Solo and Sailor Hall. ■ On Saturday, THURSTON will be…
PLEASANT HILL – Jacob Neely and Landen Melvin, two of the Pleasant Hill Billies’ standout senior athletes this past season, have committed to play for George Fox University next year, the largest private university in the state. Attending college together…