Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
Lonnie Jay Davis, born in Kalispell, Mont., passed away at home in Pocatello, Idaho at the age of 70. Lonnie moved with his family to Oregon as a young boy and spent most of his life in Creswell, Ore. He…
Chere Darlene Johnson, 82, passed away at her home in Myrtle Creek, Oregon due to cancer. Chere was born in Toledo, Washington to Frank and Mae Parnel. They moved to Blue River, Oregon in 1942 and then to Springfield in…
Tina Marie (Chartier) Mercurio, 48, of Springfield, passed away Dec. 4, 2020, due to complications with epilepsy. Tina was born Feb. 1, 1972, in Gold Beach, Ore., to Diana Melvin and Jerry R. Chartier, Sr. She graduated from high school…
EMMA ROUTLEY/THE CHRONICLE Candy Coop, on her front porch with pugs Phoebe, dark fur, and Bruce, who was a constant companion for Mike and was in the truck when the accident happened. CRESWELL – It’s a new year, but not…
PHOTO PROVIDED Whether the cargo is a Teddy Bear or set up for a crane, Tonka trucks were a hallmark of childhood, and always a good Christmas gift. The coronavirus has certainly changed the habits of many of us. Personally,…
EMMA ROUTLEY/THE CHRONICLE Volunteers and workers gather outside at Ebbert Memorial United Methodist Church. SPRINGFIELD – Members of the Ebbert Memorial United Methodist Church at 532 C St. in Springfield on Jan. 11 broke ground for a new elevator project…
For people of all generations looking to keep active, supplement their income, meet people and learn new things, the “gig economy” provides opportunities, and many of the jobs can be done remotely. Consider these popular gigs suggested by Mark Silverman,…
Oregon Parks and Recreation Department is accepting public comments on a Americans with Disabilities Act Transition Plan that will guide the agency in removing barriers to park access over the next 25 years. The ADA Transition Plan identifies barriers and…
DANA MERRYDAY Dogs and cats seem to have it pretty good in Cottage Grove. I see many dogs being led by their owners on walks all over town. We have LuLu’s Dog Park, where canines can romp off-leash and socialize…
FILE PHOTO Residents in Springfield attend a flag-raising event in November 2020 for Veteran’s Day. Statement from Lane County Board of Commissioners Chair Joe Berney in response to today’s events in Washington, D.C.: Berney What we are witnessing in…