Make the McKenzie Connection!
Make the McKenzie Connection!
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Lane Commissioner Candidates From left: Kevin Matthews, Heather Buch, James Barber and Tim Laue. FINN ROCK: Four of the six people on the May primary for East Lane County Commissioner attended a McKenzie Chamber Candidates Forum last Monday. James Barber, Heather Buch, Tim Laue and Kevin Matthews were there. Unable to attend was Frank King, who was doing standup comedy on cruise ships, and incumbent Gary Williams, who was dealing with a family medical crisis. "Why I'm Running": James Barber Heather Buch Tim Laue Kevin Matthews More: Questions...
OCF award will match donations dollar-for-dollar Discovery Park logo LEABURG: Plans to build a world-class facility to honor the McKenzie River got a big boost this month, thanks to the award of a $25,000 gift. To date, the Friends of the Old McKenzie Fish Hatchery has acquired over $1.2 million in cash and physical assets for the “McKenzie River Discovery Park” project at Leaburg Lake. The MRDP Interpretive Center has been planned to offer education and experiential learning, featur-ing themed areas - including movie theaters, trails, cul...
Plastic and glass won’t be recovered Plastic recycling WALTERVILLE: “Effective December first our company will no longer take plastic or glass through our recycling program.” That’s not something she wanted to do, according to Cheri Fuller, who along with her husband Darin, owns McKenzie Disposal. They aren’t alone. Last month Lane County let people know that due to disruptions in the global recycling markets it would not be accepting most plastics at the Glenwood Transfer Station in Eugene as well as at all the other outlying transfer...
"Abe Lincoln spoke out last Sunday" Lincoln WALTERVILLE: “In giving freedom to the slaves, we guarantee freedom to the free.” Those words were spoken last Sunday by actor Steve Holgate who was wearing makeup and a period costume to portray Abraham Lincoln. Channeling the 16th U.S. President, he reflected that the Civil War had, “Begun as a conflict of our Union and became a revolution for men’s souls.” Holgate’s appearance at the Walterville Community Center was a fundraiser for the Leaburg Library. A twelve-score crowd (about 125 people) fil...
Work began on Tuesday Goose logs MCKENZIE BRIDGE: The start of logging at the Goose Timber Sale in the Willamette National Forest north of McKenzie Bridge has generated a response from environmentalists. The Cascadia Forest Defenders (CFD) have maintained a tree sit protest inside the Goose Timber Sale since late May and CFD reported evidence of logging on Tuesday, October 17th. The group said their tree sit was searched and extensively photographed this Wednesday by Lane County Sherriff’s Deputies and Forest Service Officers with a promise t...
AZUL pic “Azul, A Venue For Art,” opened with a celebration on July 14th. The Blue River gallery highlights art, craft events and specialty workshops, The current show features sixteen upriver artists along with San Francisco painter Hailey Malaika O. Clarke. “Malaika is my sister, and has put her fair share into making Azul a reality” says co-owner Cricket Clarke. “My Mom was the instigator of the gallery as she wanted a show space for her new series of paintings that capture organic movement in vibrant colors.” Jane, co-owner of Azul says ...
Outdoor burning date pushed back to October 7th due to fire danger The fall outdoor burning season is expected to open on Saturday, Oct. 7 for many Lane County residents. The season, originally set to start Oct. 1, has been delayed a week. The Lane County Fire Defense Board decided to postpone the opening of the season due to the drier weather conditions and heightened fire danger still present in Lane County. “The little bit of rain we have seen has helped, but it is not quite enough to end the fire season,” said Lane Regional Air Pro...
Over the last 11 days the Lane County Sheriff’s Office has been assigning extra patrols to the McKenzie Bridge community due to the fire activity. This provided a law enforcement presence in areas that do not routinely see patrols. During several occasions, the deputy assigned used available time to follow-up on previously reported crimes that occurred prior to the fire activity. Several community members provided useful information and relayed concerns regarding people and specific residences believed to be involved in criminal activity. T...
Wildfire Near Potato Hill Closes Highway 20 Around 3:00 p.m. on August 29, a fire was reported on the Willamette National Forest near Potato Hill (approximately milepost 76 on Highway 20.) The fire began on the south side of the highway but has crossed and is burning near Lost Lake, prompting the closure of Highway 20. Willamette National Forest fire crews are responding, along with air resources. The fire is estimated at about five acres and is burning in the 2003 old B&B fire. The cause of the fire is under investigation. McKenzie River...
A privilege and a blessing Mary Sherman BLUE RIVER: Mary Sherman, well-respected family nurse practitioner at the McKenzie River Clinic, will be retiring at the end of August. Mary has practiced medicine at the Clinic almost since its beginning. The Clinic opened its doors in March, 1977, and Mary came to work three years later, in 1980. Mary was among the first nurse practitioners licensed in Oregon, after earning her Master’s in Nursing from the University of Washington. At the time, many people didn’t understand the exact role of family nur...
Closures include a large section of the Aufderheide Scenic Byway (FS Road 19) Wildfires and extreme fire danger have prompted new fire restrictions and closures on the Willamette National Forest. A campfire ban will go into effect across the Willamette National Forest on Saturday, August 12, due to increased fire danger. This temporary ban prohibits all campfires, even in developed sites and in campfire rings. The use of chainsaws and generators is banned and smoking is also prohibited, except in vehicles, trailers, and developed recreation...
EWEB project to begin July 15 Leaburg Forest map LEABURG: Area residents will gain a look at sustainable forestry next week. The Eugene Water & Electric Board has contracted with Trout Mountain Forestry to create a Stewardship Plan for the Leaburg Forest. As part of its Healthy Forests Clean Water Program, EWEB plans to actively manage 60 acres of the 900-acre property. The project was designed to demonstrate best forest management practices to protect water quality and improve forest health. Work will include protection of sensitive habitat...
RAINBOW: West King Road will be closed from July 24th to July 30th during the Belknap Covered Bridge rehabilitation construction project, which will include a new roof. There will also be bridge work before and after the week of July 24th, with traffic controlled by flaggers. The West King Road closure are extends from milepost 0.000 to milepost 0.078. The road and bridge will be closed from 8 a.m. on Monday, July 24th, until 5 p.m. on Sunday, July 30th. Alternate routes: Use McKenzie River Drive to Highway 126, to Cougar Dam Road (Aufderheide...
12 degrees could be a predictor Mountain Although volcanic eruptions are often quite hazardous, scientists have been unable to pinpoint the processes leading up to major eruptions – and one important limitation has been a lack of knowledge about the temperature history of the magma. A new study analyzed crystals of the mineral zircon – zirconium silicate – in magma from an eruption in the Taupo Volcanic Zone in New Zealand about 700 years ago to determine the magma’s history. The analysis shows the magma went through a c...
This Saturday, July 8th, is the day for the 2017 Annual McKenzie River Clean Up. There are still a few spot open and it is not too late to register. Below is the current list of assignments. Supplies can be picked up prior to the event if desired at the Council office located at 442 A Street in Springfield. Please call before coming to the office to pick up supplies to ensure there is staff present. Call 458-201-8150 for any questions. Boat Routes: - Ollalie to Paradise: US Forest Service - MRRD - Paradise to Bruckart: US Forest Service - MRRD...
Joshua Montez The Lane County Sheriff’s Office received a report on July 1st at 1:27 am that someone had been shot at the Mona Campground in Blue River. Deputies responded to the area along with medics. Initial investigation indicates that 48-year-old Steven Moody and his family were camping with 42-year-old Joshua Montez and his family. Montez reportedly woke up in the middle of the night and heard loud noises that he thought were gunfire and unknown people talking nearby. Montez retrieved his handgun when he saw a person cross through the c...
Cougar holds back 70 billion gallons Willamette flood By Tom Conning USACE Public Affairs Office BLUE RIVER: Roughly 70 billion gallons of water flows over Niagara Falls every 24 hours and the same amount sits ominously behind Cougar Dam. If Cougar were to completely fail, that water would rush 60 miles down the McKenzie River, washing away everything in its path, until it reached the Eugene and Springfield area. The deluge could make Eugene and Springfield look like Corvallis, Oregon City and Portland after the Flood of 1996; although no dams...
Doug Dunbar Scholarship Awarded to Matthew Brownlee Doug pic MCKENZIE BRIDGE: Each year the employees of the McKenzie River Ranger District and the friends and family of Doug Dunbar award the Doug Dunbar Memorial Scholarship to a college bound senior at McKenzie High School. This year, the recipient of the $1,500 scholarship is Matthew Brownlee, part of the 2017 graduating class of McKenzie River High School. Doug Dunbar was a 1990 McKenzie High School graduate and the son of Sandy Dunbar and former McKenzie River District Ranger, Randy...
Lightning ignites first (small) fires of the season Trail closure map Sunday night lightning has resulted in approximately 12 fires across the Willamette National Forest. One of the fires is already out and another is almost so. Crews are staffing nearly all of the remaining fires; the few that are not yet staffed are in cliffs and firefighters are looking for the safest access. The fires range in size from a single tree to two fires that are 2-3 acres; none threaten communities or roads. The largest fire is three acres; it is on the McKenzie...
New rule will take effect in 2019 A new law allowing the salvage of roadkilled deer and elk will not take effect until Jan. 1, 2019 at the latest. Salvaging roadkilled deer and elk remains unlawful until new rules are adopted to implement the new statute. The Legislature gave the Department up to two years to develop a safe, responsible salvage program. Until that time, current Oregon wildlife regulations remain in place and state “No person shall possess or transport any game mammal or part thereof, which has been illegally killed, found or k...
River cleanup The McKenzie River Guides Association, McKenzie Watershed Council, and the McKenzie Fly Fishers invite people to volunteer for this fun-filled annual family event. During the July 8th Cleanup people will protect and ensure the health of the river. After the work is done stay and enjoy food, prizes and more. To register for activities along boat routes or the land-based cleanup, or for additional information, contact the McKenzie Watershed Council at 458-201-8150. Litter bags and gloves will be available at sign-up on the day of...
Free summer entertainment for the entire family! O'Brien library logo" src="http://mckenzieriverreflectionsnewspaper.com/sites/default/files/small_O%27Brien_Library.jpg" style="width: 180px; height: 117px; margin: 5px; float: left;" The O’Brien Memorial Library (OBML) in Blue River is offering free summer entertainment for all ages with a diverse selection of books and movies. Adventure, suspense, western, sci-fi/fantasy, non-fiction, Oregon history and points of interest are examples of book collections at OBML. There is even a section of l...
Robert Connelly On 1/11/2017 the Sheriff’s Office responded to a report of a residential fire at the 56300 block of Hall Drive in the McKenzie Bridge area. When officials arrived on scene they located a deceased female in the home. The deceased was identified as 66-year-old Ronni Blair from Blue River. After a comprehensive investigation, 47 year old Robert Connelly of McKenzie Bridge was arraigned in court today on Murder for the death of Ronni Blair. Connelly has been lodged at the Lane County Jail since January 18, 2017 on related c...
by Sarah Craig Thursday, June 15th, marks the last day of the outdoor burning season for most Lane County residents. Lane County Fire Defense Board closes the spring outdoor burning season every summer as fire season approaches. High temperatures and elevated fire risk keep the season closed until the fall outdoor burning season begins in early October. Outdoor burning, also known as “backyard burning” or “open burning,” allows for the burning of woody yard debris, such as dry tree branches or brush. Outdoor burning differs from recreat...
Long table The McKenzie River Guides hosted 12 people in six boats last Saturday as part of the annual “A Family for Every Child” outing. Making the event memorable was Jon Payne, the camp chef deluxe and the guides; Steve Schaefers, Dick Evans, Gary Paulsen, Mike Reardon, Frank Armendariz, and Doug Caven - who donated their day to make it all a success. Bill Barrett from New Country 93.3 radio and his daughters also went upriver to help cook lunch, along with Janet Coleman who has been on the trip 11 of the last 15 years. The event is par...
