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EDITOR’S NOTE: In Case You Missed It is a digest of recent Register-Guard articles of interest to Springfield readers. The standing ovation that Hertica Martin received after officially becoming Springfield School District’s new superintendent Monday morning was the warmest reception she said she’s ever received at a school district.

André Davids didn’t have to think long about what to write about when confronted with an essay competition asking contributors to address this theme: “In a challenging situation, what did you do?” Davids, who goes by the first name of Dre, wrote about working through the death of her good …

If you’re a business owner in Springfield, you probably know Bill Kievith. Since becoming business development director at the Springfield Chamber of Commerce in 2008, Kievith has brought in more than 250 new members.

Outstanding students honored at reception A total of 59 students were recognized Monday night at the Springfield School District’s fourth annual Student Achievement reception held in the gym at Maple Elementary School.

Jail must do with less Regarding the Lane County jail levy on the May 21 ballot: Why is it that government continues to constantly raise the cost of providing service? Knowing the cost of many services, one should look into costs before raising more money.

Events scheduled by Willamalane Park and Recreation District for the week of May 10-16. Friday, May 10 Messy Art — Ages birth to 5. Make room on your walls for new artwork. Expand creativity and artistic developments through paint, glue, glitter and more. Plan on getting messy.

Rabbi to present stories about moms Springfield Public Library’s Storytelling Celebration, “A Year of Stories,” will continue with storyteller Rabbi Boris Dolin presenting “Stories About Mothers” at 3:30 p.m. today in the library’s Children’s Area. The program is recommended for preschool and older.

Incidents FRIDAY, APRIL 26 Disorderly party: 7:30 p.m., 200 block West I Street. A caller said about eight teenagers were seen jumping off of a roof and onto a mattress. Police made an arrest after responding to the house.

The Springfield Millers once again will play host to the Midwestern League district track and field meet next Wednesday and Friday at Silke Field where athletes will compete for qualifying spots at the OSAA Class 5A state championships later this month.

The Portland State softball team is back in the postseason once again. With sophomore Brittany Hendrickson leading the way, the Vikings are set to open the Big Sky Conference tournament this afternoon where they’ll face No. 3 seed Southern Utah in Pocatello, Idaho, for a 1 p.m. contest.