Fun, surprises on display at science fair
Henry Scott wanted to know what the dirtiest thing in his house was. After a little experimentation, he shared the answer with his classmates: his sister’s foot.…
LATEST NEWS
Linn County offers services to combat problem gambling, increase awareness
Linn County is making an effort in March, which is Problem Gambling Awareness Month, to increase understanding of problem gambling – a serious but often misunderstood mental health condition.…
Body found in Lebanon, identified as Sweet Home man
By Sarah Brown Of The New Era A man who was found unresponsive near a walking trail in Lebanon yesterday afternoon has been identified. According to Police Chief Frank Stevenson, a pedestrian…
Sodaville replaces ‘Frankenstein’ work truck
Mayor Brian Lewis, of the City of Sodaville, donated a used work van to the city to replace an old truck that could barely leave town. Before accepting the gift, the council held a work…
SH hand crew filling out the full body of the fire district
According to what Fire Chief Nick Tyler has to say, it sounds like the year is starting out pretty well for the Sweet Home Fire and Ambulance District as he reported on the district’s wildland…
Commissioners approve Health Services contracts
By Alex Paul Linn County Communications Linn County Commissioners Roger Nyquist, Sherrie Sprenger and Will Tucker approved several contracts for the Linn County Health Services Department at…
Scio farmer Ivan Maluski announces run for District 11 seat
Ivan Maluski, a farmer and rancher from Scio, is running for House District 11 to represent rural Linn County in the Oregon House of Representatives. The candidate is making his second run for…
SPORTS
Husky girls capture third wrestling regional title in four years for Sweet Home
By Ryker Burr For The New Era In front of a crowd of nearly 500 at Cottage Grove High School, Sweet Home’s girls won their third 1A/2A/3A/4A regional wrestling title in the last four seasons…
ELCA boys finish perfect run through league, ready for playoffs
Capping a 10-0 run through the Valley Coast League boys basketball competition, East Linn Christian warmed up for the state playoffs with a 66-42 win over second-place Toledo in the league…
Sports Roundup: Feb. 25, 2026
Basketball roundup: East Linn girls move on to state East Linn Christian’s girls will open the 2A state basketball playoffs Saturday, Feb. 28, on the road at No. 6-ranked Bandon after…
Huskies deliver two state swimming runner-up medals
By Satina Tolman For The New Era Ten Sweet Home High School swimmers closed their season with a series of personal bests, podium finishes and program-building momentum at the 2026 OSAA…
COMMUNITY
Pamela “Pam” Ruth Ringheimer
Pamela Ringheimer Aug. 20, 1962 – Feb. 26, 2026 Pamela “Pam” Ruth Ringheimer, known for her resilience and loving heart, passed away Feb. 26, 2026 at the age of 63 in Sweet Home,…
Raymond Thomas (Tom) Browning
Raymond Browning Jan. 8, 1932 – Jan. 8, 1932 Raymond Thomas (Tom) Browning, 94, of Sweet Home, passed away Feb. 19, 2026, at Wiley Creek Senior Living community, where he lived with his…
John Thorndyke Davis Jr.
John Davis Jr. April 9, 1955 – Feb. 10, 2026 John Thorndyke Davis Jr., 70, of Sweet Home, passed away Feb. 10, 2026, after being diagnosed with stage 4 lung cancer in September of 2025.…
OPINION
Opinion: Individualists rugged, not frigid
By Lucian Gideon Conway III “We will replace the frigidity of rugged individualism with the warmth of collectivism.” – New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani, in his Inaugural Address…
Opinion: Why FFA matters in Oregon
By Tricia Mooney In a state where agriculture remains the cornerstone of our economy and culture, Oregon FFA has been cultivating the next generation of leaders for nearly a century.…
FROM OUR FILES
From Our Files: March 4, 2026
March 8, 1951 A snow storm left nearly 16 inches of the white stuff in the city, appearing in about four layers in as many days. The snowfall, believed to be a record for this time of year – at least,…
From Our Files: Feb. 25, 2026
March 1, 1951 Three ministers, armed with petitions bearing 385 signatures (many of which came from the east Albany area), successfully argued their anti-liquor cause before the city. The City Council…
OREGON JOURNALISM PROJECT (OJP)
Some members of Kotek’s Prosperity Council unhappy about tax change
The governor says she wants to stimulate new investment in Oregon. A prominent critic says a pending bill would do the opposite. By Nigel Jaquiss Oregon Journalism Project One of the…
Amid housing crisis, Oregon issuing building permits for multifamily units at slowest pace in 12 years
Investors are wary and public subsidies are not enough to move the needle. By Khushboo Rathore Oregon Journalism Project Oregon is in a housing crisis. The state needs to build 95,000…
Longtime state Sen. Rod Monroe dies at age 83
The East Portland Democrat left a mark on Oregon that reflected his focus on health. By Nigel Jaquiss Oregon Journalism Project Former state Sen. Rod Monroe (D-East Portland) died Feb. 20 at…