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Though ‘toxic,’ with proper preparation lectins can provide great nutrition
Cathryn Arndt I remember it distinctly. Three years ago I received a lot of questions regarding a certain…
School return sees boost in enrollment
Benny Westcott Sweet Home School District saw a jump in enrollment numbers at the beginning of this year,…
Planners seek input on future of Lewis Creek Park
Scott Swanson The planning process has begun on a master plan for Lewis Creek Park on Foster Lake,…
Despite COVID hurdles, SHHS notches record graduation in 2019-20
Kelly Kenoyer Sweet Home High School’s Class of 2020 graduation ceremonies were unique in many ways: Graduates finished…
Campers snap up local spots
Thinking about spending a weekend at one of the local campgrounds this summer? Better move fast or you…
Sweetheart Run this Saturday
The Seventh Annual Sweetheart Run will be held starting at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 13, at Weddle Bridge…
Update: Linn County’s COVID risk level drops
Gov. Kate Brown announced Tuesday that 12 counties improved in risk level, with 10 including Linn County, improving…
Staffers practice at Hawthorne for students’ return
Kelly Kenoyer In the hustle and bustle of preparing to bring students back, teachers and staff at Hawthorne…
Chamber game puts focus on businesses
Kelly Kenoyer Supporting local businesses has the potential for a payoff thanks to a new campaign by the…
Council discusses homeless issues
Kelly Kenoyer City Council members heard an impassioned presentation about the state of homelessness in Sweet Home at…
Steelhead reopens after state adjusts restrictions opens door to limited gym usage
Kelly Kenoyer It’s once again permissible for patrons to exercise at Steelhead Fitness. On Tuesday, Jan. 26, Gov.…
County employee arrested on embezzlement charges
The office manager for the Linn County Planning and Building Department was arrested Tuesday, Jan. 19, on suspicion…
County’s COVID vaccinations progressing, but supplies lacking
Kelly Kenoyer Samaritan Health has begun administering the COVID vaccine at the Linn County Fairgrounds, and has so…
OSU researchers find eDNA method trumps electrolysis in fish counts
By Molly Rosbach Oregon State University Writer Delivering a minor electric shock into a stream to reveal any…
SHFAD storage bay takes shape
Kelly Kenoyer More than six months later than expected, construction has begun on the new Sweet Home Fire…
Schools gear up for return of students
Kelly Kenoyer It’s been nearly a year, but the day has finally arrived for Sweet Home students to…
Retired Librarian Rose Peda leaving legacy of love
Kelly Kenoyer Sometimes it’s best to start at the beginning. Once upon a time, in Cupertino, Calif., a…
Neighborhood contemplates forming district to solve street, water problems
Kelly Kenoyer Neighbors on Willow and Yucca streets are working to form a Local Improvement District with the…
Tree sale set for Feb. 6
By Bonnie Marshall LCSWA director The Linn County Small Woodlands Association will host its 26th annual seedling sale…
On-the-ground veterinary work sometimes question of who pays whom whome
D E Larsen DVM Johnnie Miller was waiting at the old barn when I pulled off the road.…
Couple leave high-octane jobs for new life in Sweet Home
Sarah Brown John and Jane Suh spent their entire lives in cities, but for the past year have…
Museum harbors truths about lye and washerwoman blues
Roberta McKern We hear the phrase “The more things change, the more they stay the same,” and often…
Council gets new members as Richards, Sanchez are sworn in
Kelly Kenoyer A new group of city councilors have taken their seats. Incumbents Lisa Gourley and Dave Trask…