Lebanon school board reviews state test scores, staffing and facility needs
The Lebanon Community School District school board reviewed declining test scores, staffing needs and aging school facilities during…
Local teens grow through racing at Willamette Speedway
For five teenagers at Willamette Speedway, the green flag is just the start of what it takes to…
Back to Hogwarts brought magic to Lebanon’s fall market
Downtown Lebanon was filled with Harry Potter magic, local vendors, and fall activities during Back to Hogwarts: Fall…
Lebanon girls soccer looks for positives after 1-0 loss to Springfield
The Lebanon Warriors girls soccer team fell 1-0 to the Springfield Millers on Sept. 29, with a first-half…
Prize-winning teacher helps Lebanon students find path in health care
Leah Rainey says her teaching journey began with a 30-minute phone call to her old high school health…
WesternU CHS research examines falls among older adults in rural Oregon
A researcher at Western University College of Health Sciences Northwest (CHS-Northwest) is studying falls among older adults in…
Willamette Speedway wraps up 2026 season with championship night
Saturday night at Willamette Speedway brought the 2026 racing season to a close, with six divisions competing and…
Glove has connected generations, spanned continents
Dr. Frank Girod came to Lebanon in 1946 after serving as a surgeon in World War II. He…
Sweet Home school board addresses gym repairs, immigration policy and millions in grant spending
At its Sept. 14 meeting, the Sweet Home School Board approved an emergency contract to repair the high…
Tanner wins Silver Bullet title on big night at Willamette Speedway
Championship racing took center stage Saturday night at Willamette Speedway as drivers from six divisions competed for feature…
Lebanon school board weighs facility priorities
Facility needs dominated the Lebanon Community School District Board’s Sept. 10 meeting, with board members discussing aging school…
WesternU HCOM researchers explore new treatment for muscle injuries
A researcher from Western University of Health Sciences in Lebanon is leading a study that may help doctors…
Tanner, Wyatt, Pagel and Kuhl Take Feature Wins at Willamette Speedway
On Saturday, Sept. 5, Willamette Speedway hosted a night of unpredictable track conditions and intense racing. Four divisions…
Warriors looking to turn competitiveness into results
Lebanon girls soccer coach Mike Guilliot is looking for his seniors to take the next step this season.…
‘Come From Away’ production in Albany inspired by 9/11
Sarah Munk was just 13 when she first asked her mom to audition with her for “Tom Sawyer:…
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…