Good morning, Eugene.

The Chronicle, Springfield's oldest independent weekly newspaper, closed Tuesday, Aug.

11 due to rising SBA loan payments and fewer subscriptions & ad revenue. Owners said the paper could not keep up after pandemic relief ended, ending 117 years of service.

Firefighters worked to contain a five-acre wildfire in timberland 16 miles south of Cottage Grove Tuesday (DFPA and forestry resources used engines, helicopters and dozers) while officials reported no threat to homes.

Lane County Clerk’s Office announced that registration will start on Sept.

1 for Halloween marriage ceremonies set for Oct. 31 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. + Only 35 30-minute slots are available, and couples can email [email protected] to get a reminder.

On Aug. 11 at the Ford Alumni Center in Eugene, Sen. Ron Wyden held his first hearing on reimagining health care to discuss local provider shortages and his Medicare-for-all plan, affecting 250,000 residents at risk of losing coverage in Jan.

2027; future hearings are set in Salem, Portland, and Medford.

Blue is this week’s featured pet (celebrated for his friendly charm) who brings warmth to local life in a community spotlight available today.