SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — Organizers of this year’s Springfield Spring Clean-Up said people were lined up hours before the gates opened Saturday morning. This was the free event’s 25th year. Participants had to show proof of their Springfield residency to drop off all their unwanted items. While organizers take just about everything, they say they shoot for … Continue reading »
Suspected Drunk Driver Crashes into Tree
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. – An apparent drunk driving crash landed one man in the hospital. The accident happened a little after 8 p.m. Wednesday, near the intersection of Centennial and Anderson. Paramedics tended to the passenger at the scene before taking him to the hospital. Police say the driver was drunk and speeding. That’s when the … Continue reading »
EPD Sees Increases in Weapon Offenses
EUGENE, Ore. — The Eugene Police Department reported a big jump in weapons offenses, and the number for those possessed illegally even bigger. EPD released a report revealing a 33-percent increase in weapons offenses, with an 89-percent increase in those possessed illegally and a 19-percent increase in concealed weapons. As to why this might be, … Continue reading »
Hazmat Crews Respond to Home
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — Hazmat crews were called to a Springfield home Wednesday night. However, it’s still not clear what they were called for. They were working in the 4300 block of Forsythia for most of the night. The state Fire Marshal’s Office also responded. Emergency crews said they were called out by officers. “There was … Continue reading »
Explosion Sends Man to Hospital
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — An explosion in Springfield sent a man to the hospital. Fire crews were called out to an explosion on Parker Street, Wednesday night. When officers arrived, medics were treating 35-year-old Allen Walker for extensive burns, but the injuries don’t appear to be life threatening. Springfield Police say it appears the explosion was … Continue reading »
Possible New Springfield Superintendent
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — The Springfield Public Schools Board of Education will announce its offer to fill the vacant superintendent seat at Monday’s meeting. The school board will announce its offer to Dr. Hertica Y. Martin, to fill the position of superintendent starting July 1, 2013. Dr. Martin earned her doctorate in educational leadership and change … Continue reading »
Former Springfield Mayor Turns 100
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — Former Springfield mayor Claude Gerlach turned 100 Thursday and celebrated his birthday with leaders from the Springfield community. He was all smiles during the milestone celebration. Friends sang him Happy Birthday and played him guitar. “It’s a very significant recognition of Claude’s 100th birthday, which is a momentous event in anybody’s life. … Continue reading »
Cougar Sightings In Springfield
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — The Hayden Bridge area of Springfield has been the site of several reported cougar sightings in the past week. The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife says if you live close to a heavily wooded area, there’s a strong possibility that a cougar could come on to your property. According to police, … Continue reading »
Pedestrian Hit by Car, Injured
SPRINGFIELD, Ore. — A Eugene man is in the hospital after getting hit while crossing the street. Officers say the 25-year-old ran across Mohawk near 18th Street on Monday night. There was significant damage to the car. The victim complained of leg injuries before going to the hospital. Officers cited him for crossing the street … Continue reading »
Russell Named Gatorade National POY
Springfield forward Mercedes Russell: WNBA Champion Maya Moore: Springfield head coach Bill Wagner: Courtesy: Fleishman-Hillard Inc. SPRINGFIELD, Ore.– In its 28th year of honoring the nation’s best high school athletes, The Gatorade Company, in collaboration with USA TODAY High School Sports, today announced Mercedes Russell of Springfield High School (Springfield, Ore.) as its 2012-13 Gatorade … Continue reading »
