Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
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…
Blum I received this note from two Italian friends. It reminds me how important America is – not just to us, but to many around the world. In light of Covid, perhaps a celebration of democracy could happen by July…
Richard Heyman From the desk of the Colonel. “In all my 90 years out of the 96 I have lived, never did I witness anything to embarrass, enrage me or make me so ashamed as the large numbers of Citizens…
FILE PHOTO Veteran’s Day 2020 had a different feel as veterans and residents physically distanced at a ceremony in front of the Creswell memorial and fire station. “I do solemnly swear that I will support and defend the Constitution of…
CRESWELL – Residents have voiced concern around bright orange tents across the undeveloped property across from BiMart on Melton Rd. Lane County Sgt. Scott Denham said it is not a homeless camp, but vacant tents pitched by one person. “A…