Accreditation commission seeks answers from LCC

Keep Lane County's rural trash transfer stations open | Letter to the editor

Growing up in a rural community, I can say that closing transfer stations where residents take their trash, as Lane County is considering, isn’t a good option. If the Walton and Low Pass transfer stations were to close, it would just cause more problems, because many residents are too old, disabled and poor. People would […]

Fight for universal healthcare is about to heat up | Letter to the editor

I believe everyone deserves access to reliable, affordable healthcare.  A recent Oregon Health & Science University study found that when people with diabetes or other chronic conditions lose access to healthcare, their health gets worse. Managing chronic illnesses takes regular checkups, medication adjustments and consistent treatment. When that care is interrupted — whether because someone […]

Flush with potential: Junction City and Creswell consider joining regional wastewater organization 

Junction City and Creswell are eyeing a regional partnership for their future wastewater needs. Local leaders say it could spur more housing growth. 

A friend who knew and loved your person makes the difference in facing grief

Grief is a wild and unpredictable mix of memories, gut punches, laughter, love and fathomless pain. Friends help

Running, with a dose of patriotism, at annual Butte to Butte

From tutus, to American Flag tuxedos, this year's race drew an eclectic array of participants, giving runners an exhilarating start to their Independence Day.