Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
Hyper Local News I Springfield, Cottage Grove, Creswell, & Pleasant Hill
Dear Editor, It was my honor to attend the ceremony marking the 50th anniversary of Creswell’s Duane Hodges’ death in the attack on the United States Naval vessel Pueblo on Jan. 23, 1968. As City Council president, it was a…
I received an email from a retired USAF brigadier general recently. The man was a new lieutenant when he was assigned to my squadron to fly combat in F105s during the Vietnam Conflict in 1968. I wish to share it…
Patriotism is a word that most of us hear and use on a regular basis. Most people, like me, truly believe that it means loyalty and devotion to our country, admiration of those who serve and dedication to the ideals…
I am amazed about the lack of painted pedestrian markings at the Oregon Avenue intersections. I asked the city public works supervisor about this, what I consider a safety problem. His reply was that the concrete slabs took care of…
CHS Athletic Hall of Fame members (from left) Dennis Whittington, Mike Towne, Randy Wheeler and Pat Towne, with framed copies of the state championship brackets and poster commemorating their 1969 2A State Champion boys’ basketball team’s title game victory over…
Sweets from The Flower Basket in Cottage Grove. MIKE ROTHGEB Valentine’s Day is a special holiday where couples can show one another how much they care. While this should be true of every day, it reminds us to take that…
Winter, Dr. Sheri Schlorman’s dog. DR. SHERI SCHLORMAN Ever heard or experienced that one’s pet gets sick only at night or on the weekend when we are not open? Well that happens to all of us, even veterinarians and their…
In response to ‘healthy meals’ article on Jan. 8 Dear Editor, This letter is in response to the article on Jan. 8 on the healthy meals at Creswell School District. Giving credit where credit is due. We continually hear that…
IMAGE PROVIDED There was a stabbing reported at Meadowlark RV Park at 298 E. Oregon Ave. last Friday involving two Creswell men, according to reports from Lane County Sheriff’s Office (LSCO). Deputies responded and identified Jacob Laskey, 37, of Creswell,…
Chronicle Editor Erin Tierney and LCSO Sergeant Scott Denham hang out for the day with patrolling in Creswell. Editor’s note: Lane County Sheriff’s Office offers ride-alongs to civilians. This is part two of a two-part story about Chronicle Editor Erin…