Number 22 keeps Betker family racing at Willamette
For Mike Betker, the No. 22 on his race car is more than just a number. It stands…
Young Entrepreneurs offers new path for SH teens
Riley Casey started out with a piece of wood, an idea from his dad, and a strong desire…
Sarah Council shines on national roller rink stage
When Sarah Council came back to artistic roller skating in the fall of 2022 after several years away,…
When wildfire strikes, Watch Duty aims to give Oregonians information before it’s too late
As wildfires continue in Oregon, the Watch Duty app provides real-time updates on active fires, evacuation risks, and…
A&W celebrates 65 years in Sweet Home
Owners Josh and Patty Hankins hosted a celebration of their A&W eatery’s 65th year in Sweet Home Saturday,…
SH School Board starts process of issuing bonds
On August 10, the Sweet Home School Board unanimously approved two resolutions to help fund upcoming district projects,…
Debunking wildfire myths: What Oregon residents should know before fire strikes
With the wildfire season underway in Oregon, some common beliefs about fire danger can leave people unprepared when…
Warriors kick off football season with end-of-summer camp
Lebanon High School’s football team got things rolling last week with their Football Camp. Coming off a league…
Fifty years later, skateboard pioneer returns to Lebanon where epic trip began
Fifty years after beginning a cross-country skateboard journey in Lebanon, Jack Smith is returning to retrace portions of…
Lebanon School Board discusses student outcomes, accountability
What does success mean for the Lebanon Community School District? That question guided much of the Lebanon School…
SH School Board approves board goals following governance discussion
During a special meeting on Wednesday, Aug. 5, the Sweet Home School District Board of Directors approved new…
Fan Night puts fans in the spotlight at Willamette Speedway
On Saturday night, Aug. 1, kids climbed into race cars, collected autographs, and met their racing heroes as…
First summer without the Oregon Jamboree costs school sports
After 34 years (with the exception of the COVID year), the Oregon Jamboree did not occur in Sweet…
2026 Sportsman’s Holiday Logger Olympics Winners
Editor’s note: Thanks to space issues and some camera troubles, we’re late publishing these. Also, some of the…
Hazard trees prompt closure of Yellowbottom Campground
Yellowbottom Campground has been closed permanently for overnight camping due to a determination by the Bureau of Land…
PNW Showdown Smokeshow & Shine draws crowds
The Mill Drift Track came alive Saturday, July 25, with the smell of burning rubber, polished chrome, and…
Local film project brings Hollywood experience to Lebanon
A quiet afternoon in Lebanon recently became the backdrop for a local film production as streets, businesses, and…
Native American Cultural Encampment
The annual Native American Cultural Encampment took place Friday through Sunday, July 24-26, at Waterloo County Park, and is…
Jesus Festival comes to Sankey Park in SH
Several family-friendly activities featured were during Saturday’s Jesus Festival celebration. The event drew an estimated several hundred people…
Sweet Home School Board elects officers, discusses bond plans
The Sweet Home School District school board opened its July 13 meeting by electing new leadership for the…
Lebanon School Board of Directors sets leadership, student representatives
The Lebanon Community School District Board of Directors met July 9 to prepare for the 2026-27 school year.…
Aerospace to rainforests: Local engineer brings the jungle home
When Bill Rodman first started keeping orchids and poison dart frogs, he was looking for a hobby that…
Christmas in July event brings holiday spirit, hope to SH families
Although Christmas is still months away, Sweet Home got an early dose of holiday spirit on Saturday as…
Royer seeks replacement to lead Kids Food Pak effort
Toy Royer is looking for someone to take over Kids Food Pak as she prepares to step down…
Speedway action heats up Saturday
Willamette Speedway: Debban sweeps Limited Late Models, Emry earns first career feature victory during Modified Mayhem A night…