Thurston, Marist, Creswell chase prep baseball titles

Eugene police must recommit to serving the public. It can start with new leadership. | Letter to the editor

The purpose of this letter is to condemn the actions and behaviors of Martin Siller, a former officer of seven years with the Eugene Police Department, who was exposed by body-cam footage expressing racist and inappropriate views.  The footage showcases the disparity between shared values of EPD officers versus community members, from Siller’s excitement as […]

Out of compliance: A brief history lesson of Springfield Public Schools

Reading and math dominate the school day, leaving only minimal time for all the other subjects. We need to go back to a time when all state-required subjects were taught, when there was sufficient time scheduled every day for these subjects. It will remain the responsibility of the community to be sure more changes are coming.

Man sentenced to 17 years in prison for sexual assault of child

A 24-year-old man was sentenced Friday, May 29, to 17 years and one month in prison after sexually assaulting a child.

Data shows record low vaccine compliance for Oregon kindergarteners this school year

Among the most commonly refused vaccines among families are those for measles, diphtheria, tetanus and whooping cough.

4J leaders cut valued programs in their rush to reduce costs | Letter to the editor

As education has been devastated by massive budget cuts, important local programs are on the chopping block. One program at South Eugene High School is the Integrated Outdoor Program, known as IOP. This program gives students the opportunity to earn both English and P.E. credits, practicing reading and writing skills while being outside.  In this […]