Pets of the Week: An adventure dog, a resilient cat and two playful cats...
Greenhill Humane Society Chucky is a 1-year-old mixed breed dog who is very playful and friendly. With a little positive reinforcement training and love, Chucky will learn proper manners and be a great adventure buddy. He enjoys going for walks, playing with squeaky toys and...
Old-School Fiddle Tunes
The distinctive ring of fiddle music fills the small, one-room 1888 schoolhouse near Junction City, Oregon, as musicians tune up and prepare to jam. But before an outburst of jigs and reels gets toes tapping, a few preliminary instructions from organizer Amy Burrow are in order...
Will the Willamette Valley get snow next week? Here’s what we know
Willamette Valley cities could see some snow in the air early next week but are unlikely to see major accumulations on the valley floor, according to the National Weather Service. A combination of cold air and moisture off the ocean will provide the chance for low elevation...
Oregon Nurse Faces Charges for Withholding Patients’ Prescribed Pain Meds
A Springfield nurse, Cari Lin Mallette, who worked at Marquis Care, a Springfield assisted living and rehabilitation facility, has appeared in the Lane County Circuit Court on claims that she took medication meant for patients at the facility. Mallette was charged with...
Neighbors Feeding Neighbors fights back, threatens lawsuit against City of Eugene
Members of the local nonprofit Neighbors Feeding Neighbors claim the City of Eugene is violating their constitutional rights by increasing permit fees and harassing volunteers to seize operations at the Washington Jefferson Park in downtown Eugene. NFN, formerly known as the...
MBB: Another uninspired loss
Whatever Dana Altman’s crew had discovered back in December, it appears to have completely evaporated over the month of January. With a bundle of big wins and a Top 10 ranking nationally, Oregon looked primed to compete for the conference title in 2025. Instead, they’ve taken a...
Cozy living redefined with Apple Valley Cottage house plan
EUGENE, ORE. – The Apple Valley Cottage is a two-story house plan that redefines modern tiny living by blending traditional craftsman charm with contemporary design. Perfect for those seeking a cozy yet stylish home, this thoughtfully crafted plan is ideal for downsizing,...
Advocacy in Action: Chamber Submits Testimony on House Bill 3119
On January 28, the Springfield Chamber reported that they were watching House Bill 3119, which would delay the Oregon DEQ’s ‘Advanced Clean Trucks’ (ACT) rule until 2027. The ACT rule mandates the manufacturers of medium and heavy-duty vehicles must sell a growing percentage of...
Eugene Police Crack Down on Retail Theft with Multi-Store Partnerships, Multiple Arrests Made
In a concerted effort to crack down on retail theft, Eugene Police Department officers have partnered with multiple retailers across west Eugene. This initiative, fueled by an Organized Retail Crime Association grant, was distributed by the Oregon Criminal Justice Commission to...
Cheese fans brave rain for Grilled Cheese Experience kickoff
EUGENE, Ore. — The ooey gooey goodness so many love will take center plate at a record 48 restaurants for Food For Lane County's 11th annual Grilled Cheese Experience. On Friday, January 31, at St. Thomas Episcopal Church, FFLC kicked off the monthlong event, running from...
