Congratulations to the Class of 2023
Santiam Junior/Senior High School says good-bye this June to the largest class of seniors ever to graduate. “We have 50 scholars who will be walking across the stage on June 9 allowing their families, friends […]
Optimism prevails as Memorial Day looms
The Detroit Lake area is gearing up for Memorial Day weekend with all signs seeming to point toward a successful one. First, the lake itself should be at or close to full pool. There were […]
Lebanon man dies in tanker crash
A Lebanon man is dead following the crash of a tanker truck near Lyons May 23 that resulted in fire damage to two abandoned homes and a hazmat response for spilled fuel. According to the […]
County gets feedback on parks restoration plan
Marion County has finished two rounds of public outreach on a Santiam Canyon parks restoration and recovery plan, and the draft proposal is set to go before the Board of Commissioners as early as August. […]
In Memoriam: Brad Iverson (Nov. 1, 1968 – May 9, 2023)
Brad Iverson, 54, died May 9, 2023. Brad was born Nov. 1, 1968 in Salem to Irvin and Carol (Michele) Iverson. He graduated from McNary High School in 1986 Brad was married to Jennifer Phillips, […]
In Memoriam: Joann Fohl (Sept. 10, 1931 – May 19, 2023)
Joann M. Fohl, 91, died May 19, 2023, joining her husband who passed away in 1988. Joann was born Sept. 10, 1931, and raised on a farm in Clements, Minn. The oldest of seven children, […]
In Memoriam: Harriet Aline Schoppert (Oct. 7, 1927 – May 12, 2023)
Serving the family, North Santiam Funeral Service, Stayton.
Hawaii-themed choral show set for Mill City
Santiam Hearts to Arts is hosting a Hawaiian-themed choral concert on June 11 at 4 p.m. at Stewarts Hall, 158 SW Broadway in Mill City. There is no admission charge, but donations will be accepted […]
County to name successor to Sheriff Kast
Marion County Commissioners expect to appoint a new county sheriff in the coming days ahead of Sheriff Joe Kast’s retirement June 30. Kast announced his retirement May 4 and commissioners expect to make an appointment […]
Be careful in the water during early hot spells
The Mill City Volunteer Fire Department wants to remind everyone to be careful during spring and early summer heat waves. The temptation when hot weather strikes this time of the year is to seek relief […]
