Roots go deep at the Bohemian Club Tavern
Outside, the sun playing a cordial role in the evening’s temperature, patrons gathered around makeshift tables propped up by old whiskey barrels, tossed bean bags in a…
LATEST NEWS
Community demand for food programs on rise, commissioners learn
By Alex Paul Linn County Communications Food programs sponsored by the Oregon Cascades West Council of Governments are experiencing increased use, Executive Director Ryan Vogt told Linn County…
COMP-NW to be named after donor Jeff Heatherington
Western University of Health Sciences’ College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific-Northwest in Lebanon will be named the Heatherington College of Osteopathic Medicine in honor of Jeff…
Commissioners approve transportation funding for east Linn County
By Alex Paul Linn County Communications Linn County Commissioners Roger Nyquist, Sherrie Sprenger and Will Tucker on Tuesday, July 22, approved agreements with area providers who will use…
Planning meeting for would-be volunteers Sweet Home Rodeo Saturday
A planning meeting for the Sweet Home Rodeo will be held at 10 a.m. Saturday, July 26, at the Sweet Home Events Center (Rodeo Grounds), 4100 Long St. Anyone interested in volunteering for the…
Brownsville brush fire burns about 30 acres
Firefighters’ “quick” response to a rapid-moving brush fire south of Brownsville limited it to about 30 acres, Zach Lincoln, training captain for the Brownsville Fire…
Willamette National Forest implements fire restrictions
As hot, dry temperatures continue, the Willamette National Forest will implement fire restrictions starting July 18, 2025. The Fire Danger Level across the forest remains “Moderate” and the…
SPORTS
Landtroop scores wins at Fargo national wrestling tournament
Jesse Landtroop was the top finisher for Sweet Home at the 2025 U.S. Marine Corps Junior Nationals wrestling tournament held July 12-19 in Fargo, N.D. Landtroop, who will be a junior this…
After two one-run losses, SH fifth at JBO State
Sweet Home’s Junior National Green team finished fifth in the state tournament held July 11-13 at Meldrum Bar Park in Gladstone. The Huskies opened the tournament facing Oregon City Coyle, the…
U10 Softball State Winners
Sweet Home’s U10 tournament softball team shows off their hardware after winning the USA Softball state “C” tournament June 27-29 and will not move on to a national tournament on Jamboree…
Huskies hold Volleyball Camp
Some 70 prospective volleyball players braved the heat last week for Sweet Home High School’s volleyball camp in Sweet Home High School’s Main Gym.
COMMUNITY
OSP traffic stop yields 100-plus pounds of illegal drugs
Two Washington men were arrested Wednesday morning, July 30, after an Oregon State Police dog located more than 100 pounds of illegal narcotics in their vehicle on Interstate 5 near Albany. At…
Municipal Court: Aug. 6, 2025
All information presented herein is obtained from publicly available Oregon court and law enforcement records. The Oregon Public Records Law, as detailed in the Attorney General’s Public…
From Our Files: Aug. 6, 2025
Aug. 10, 1950 City Council approved the purchase of a new one-ton flatbed truck to replace the water department’s 1941 truck. Cost of the vehicle after trade-in allowance was $1,478.75.…
OPINION
Editorial: Recent government processes prompt questions about timing, motives
In 40-some years as a newspaper journalist, I’ve covered a lot of politics. And I’ve spent a lot of time observing and analyzing the actions of political bodies. One thing I’ve appreciated…
Dear Editor: The Sweet Ride Charity Car Show for Kids was a success
Editor: This year was great – music by DJ Michael was right on, and the weather was perfect. Many thanks to the founders Larry and Susan Angland, the Board of Directors and the 28 volunteers…
FROM OUR FILES
From Our Files: July 30, 2025
Aug. 3, 1950 City Manager Jess Parker announced the widening of Highway 20 through Sweet Home is expected to begin next month. The state acquired all property and structures that will…
From Our Files: July 23, 2025
July 27, 1950 The second application of anti-mosquito spray (DDT) is scheduled this week in the early morning to prevent spray from damaging items on clotheslines and softening wax on…
OREGON JOURNALISM PROJECT (OJP)
GOP official responds to allegations stemming from Inaugural Ball
“Other than a couple sponsorships, I paid for everything.” BY NIGEL JAQUISS Oregon…
Internal GOP investigation finds party official diverted proceeds from an inaugural celebration
Don Powers organized a big bash in D.C. His colleagues are trying to follow the money. BY…