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New Lane County Sheriff Appointed

Creswell, Oregon · Creswell

New Lane County Sheriff Appointed

The Lane County Board of Commissioners has unanimously selected Carl Wilkerson as Lane County’s newest Sheriff. He was sworn into office on June 11. Wilkerson will serve as the Sheriff through 2026. He could begin a four-year term in 2027, if voters elect him. Wilkerson has served as Chief Deputy of the Lane County Sheriff’s Office since 2019 under former Sheriff Clifton Harrold, who officially retired on May 16. As the Chief Deputy, Wilkerso…See the Story

Mill Street constriction forces ‘Light of Liberty’ into hiatus - The Chronicle

Creswell, Oregon · Creswell

Mill Street constriction forces ‘Light of Liberty’ into hiatus - The Chronicle

SPRINGFIELD – Springfield Utility Board announced today that due to major construction on Mill Street, the utility will not be holding this year’s Light of Liberty Celebration. SUB, in coordination with its Team Springfield partners – the City of Springfield, Springfield Public Schools and Willamalane Park and Recreation District – made this difficult decision after Read Article

#Another Creswell native to lead Lane County Sheriff’s Office - The Chronicle

Creswell, Oregon · Creswell

#Another Creswell native to lead Lane County Sheriff’s Office - The Chronicle

EUGENE — Carl Wilkerson, a native of Creswell and a 30-year veteran of the Lane County Sheriff’s Office, was appointed Sheriff on Wednesday afternoon. “This is truly one of the most humbling times of my life,” Wilkerson said. “I am honored to have the opportunity to serve our community in this regard, and I’m honored to get to serve our staff. To quote others, ‘I’m not a hero, but I work with a few,’ and they’re pretty amazing people. I could n…Read Article

Death Notices: Jones, Burchfield, Flores, Thalhamer - The Chronicle

■ Clifford Burchfield, 73, of Eugene, died May 13. Arrangements: Sunset Hills. ■ Robin Flores, 86, died May 18 in Cottage Grove. Arrangements: Smith-Lund-Mills. ■ George Thalhamer, 62, of Eugene, died May 28. Arrangements: Sunset Hills. ■ Neal W. Jones, 75, of Pleasant Hill, died May 28.Creswell, Oregon · Creswell Read Article

Thoughts on Father’s Day - The Chronicle

“This, then, is how you should pray: ‘Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name, your kingdom come, your will be done, on earth as it is in heaven. Give us today our daily bread. And forgive us our debts, as we also have forgiven our debtors.And lead us not into temptation,but deliver us fromCreswell, Oregon · Creswell Read Article

Recycling competition puts a charge into county-wide waste prevention - The Chronicle

There is something uplifting – even soul-nourishing – when I see young folks mobilize for a good cause. It makes me feel confident about the future when I see these community members stand up for what they believe in, even in the face of adversity, and have their voices heard through words and actions. TheCreswell, Oregon · Creswell Read Article

Eugene Hotel reaches historic 100 - The Chronicle

CRESWELL – Back in the day, you never knew who might just show up at the Eugene Hotel … or what might just happen … or when … or if you’d be lucky enough to be there to see it. That was the kind of mystique that hovered over the Eugene Hotel for quite some time. And when the landmark hotel celebrates its 100th anniversary on Saturday, June 14, it will escort many residents on an extraordinary trip down memory lane. Located at the corner of Br…Creswell, Oregon · Creswell Read Article

Postscript: ‘We will … be ready next year’ - The Chronicle

EUGENE — In its first state appearance in program history, the Thurston softball team was taken down by the Ridgeview Ravens from Redmond in a 9-0 shutout at Jane Saunders Stadium Saturday night. The veteran Ravens, who sealed their season 27-1, added a second 5A title trophy to the case among the 2019 title. “I look forward to the future,” head coach Jeff Litle said about earning state-runner up and recording their first appearance in the progr…Creswell, Oregon · Creswell Read Article

Ridgeview Takes Advantage of Errors, Rolls Past Thurston for Class 5A Softball State Championship

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At 11 a.m. on Saturday, Ridgeview High School held its graduation. Seniors Kinnedy Scott, Anahi Ornelas-Diaz and Bre Johnston walked across the stage in their caps and gowns and were handed their diplomas.Creswell, Oregon · Creswell See the Story

Lane assesses homelessness - The Chronicle

Chronicle news service On the last Wednesday of January, the Lane County Human Services Division, in collaboration with various local agencies and organizations, conducted its annual Point-in-Time (PIT) Count, an effort aimed at measuring the scope of homelessness in the region. This count is mandated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD)Creswell, Oregon · Creswell Read Article

Pupke, 101, leaves behind lasting legacy in Cottage Grove - The Chronicle

By Dana Merryday – Special to The ChronicleEditor’s note: Dana Merryday, a former Chronicle columnist and current Cottage Grove City Council member, wrote a series on Pupke in 2022. Following Pupke’s passing, The Chronicle invited him to submit this column.COTTAGE GROVE – On May 16, 2025, Ronald Irving Pupke passed away at the age of 101, leaving behind a lifetime of accomplishments and joining his beloved co-conspirator, “Sim.” Together, they s…Creswell, Oregon · Creswell Read Article

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