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Lillian Schrock-Clevenger, Springfield Correspondent
Since moving to Oregon in 2016, Lillian Schrock-Clevenger has reported for The Register-Guard and the Corvallis Gazette-Times. Formerly a small business manager at Run Hub Northwest in Eugene, Lillian is also passionate about how individuals and their interests shape their communities. Learn more about Lillian here.
Springfield starts campaign in response to concerns about e-motos
If an electrified bike goes faster than 20 mph using just a throttle, it’s classified as an e-moto. E-motos are not allowed to be ridden on public streets, sidewalks or paths…
After curriculum scrutiny, Springfield will keep an eye on fifth grade science proficiency
The district’s choice to put its fifth grade science scores under the microscope is meant to measure the effectiveness of its new elementary science curriculum after the state ruled the district’s…
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Springfield History Museum hosting talk about ‘Youth Harvest Memories’
The Springfield History Museum is holding a community conversation Wednesday, Sept. 16, as part of its “Farm Labor in the Valley” exhibit. Three people, Marta Lu Clifford, Karen Meats and Nancy…
Help fight hunger and play a free round of mini-golf at Camp Putt
Donate three cans of food and play a free round of mini-golf this weekend at Camp Putt in Glenwood.
Photos: Springfield Block Party
Photos from the annual Springfield Block Party on Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026.
Life after layoffs: Teachers find varied new paths after losing jobs in 4J, Springfield
Educators have had to make hard decisions about where to work, where to live and whether to stay in teaching.
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Merkley, Hoyle hear from constituents during ‘Stop the Corruption’ town hall in Springfield
Community members brought up concerns including presidential immunity, loss of birthright citizenship, money in politics and election integrity.
Rain or shine: What to know if you’re going to the Springfield Block Party
With rain in the forecast, Block Party organizers say that unless it is unsafe to do so, the party will go on.
Willamalane director apologizes to Native American community for ‘living history’ program
Willamalane heard concerns from the Native American community about its program at Dorris Ranch.
First day of school at Douglas Gardens Elementary in Springfield: A photo gallery
Wednesday, Sept. 9, was the first day of school for most students across Lane County, including at Douglas Gardens Elementary School in Springfield.
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