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Sportsman’s Holiday fireworks finale to pay tribute to crash victim
During the grand finale of the Sportsman’s Holiday fireworks display Saturday night, remember Caroline Huss. Western Display Fireworks…
Two SH men sentenced for tire slashing spree
Joshua David Robertson and Jason Alexander Dodge were sentenced on three counts of second-degree criminal mischief in connection…
Hoy’s brings in Stihl, new services to compete
Scott Swanson Need some serious work done on that chainsaw? Lawn mower? Hedge trimmer? Need any of the…
City charter ready for SH voters
Sean C. Morgan The Sweet Home City Charter Review Committee last week approved revisions to the city’s charter…
Cops’ ‘torch run’
Sweet Home and Lebanon police officers, led by Sweet Home Police Chief Jeff Lynn, center, run along Main…
Local photographer publishes Native American pow wow book
Natalie Grove Colorful traditional garb, beating drums, and swirling dancers leap from the cover of “Don” Gonzalez’ newly…
Sportsman’s Holiday Court : Isabelle Stratman
Isabelle Stratman, 16, is the daughter of Ray and Kari Stratman. She is one of five princesses on…
Repairs to Rio Theatre nearly complete after water damage
Sean C. Morgan The Rio Theatre is almost completely recovered from burst pipes following a winter cold snap…
Sheriff’s Office warns of phone scams in area
The Linn County Sheriff’s Office last week warned local residents to be wary of telephone scams that seem…
Local novelist produces second book in as many years
Sean C. Morgan When a Christian man advertises for a roommate, he is surprised when a rather strange…
SHFAD honors retiring chief, administrative assistant
Sean C. Morgan The Sweet Home Fire and Ambulance District said goodbye to retiring Fire Chief Mike Beaver…
Cheyenne Patton is top finisher in karaoke contest
Cheyenne Patton, center, placed first in the Double D Karaoke Contest held over the past three Saturdays at…
SHEM improvements
Pictured, Volunteers pour concrete during the first phase of a large improvement project at Sweet Home Emergency Ministries…
B&G Club golf
The Fifth Annual Robbie Melcher Memorial Golf Tournament was held Friday morning, June 27, at Mallard Creek Golf…
58 years of marriage
Clyde and Grace Brigham of Sodaville celebrated their 58th wedding anniversary on June 22. They were married June…
Local students graduate, earn college honors
Students from Sweet Home or with local ties, who graduated June 14 from Oregon State University, included: Leah…
Rookies, veterans prep for season at Fire School
Sean C. Morgan Friday morning was wet enough to keep fine fuels full of moisture, but live training…
SH man charged in drug fatality case
Sean C. Morgan A 40-year-old Sweet Home man was charged on June 23 in federal court for distribution…
Sweet Rides
The sixth annual Sweet Home Sweet Ride Car Show Saturday drew plenty of entries and car buffs to…
Sportsman’s Holiday Court : Lilly Parker
Lilly Parker, 16, is the daughter of Jeffery and Jodi Parker. Parker is one of five princesses on…
Council chooses to leave fluoride issue to voters
Sean C. Morgan The Sweet Home City Council Tuesday evening opted not to take action on a request…
Sweet Ride car show this Saturday
Sean C. Morgan Organizers of the Sixth Annual Sweet Home Sweet Ride plan to get the car show…
Local Northwest Steelheaders treat Wounded Warriors to day of kokanee fishing on Green Peter Reservoir
The Mid-Valley Chapter of the Northwest Steelheaders held their 1st annual Wounded Warrior Fishing Day June 21 at…
Drilling for danger: Cops practice their response to school shooting scenarios
Sean C. Morgan Police officers swarmed the hallways at Sweet Home High School amid bursts of gunfire, but…
Country Lane residents vs. railroad case to go to trial
Sean C. Morgan Following a June 13 ruling, Country Lane residents and the Albany and Eastern Railroad will…