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Ear infections are common among young children — and if not properly treated can have long-term effects ranging from hearing loss to delayed speech development.

On the evening news recently, we learned of a couple who took in a young homeless man, found him a job and then rented him a room in their house.

Daniela Franco spent her childhood leapfrogging from Oregon to Mexico and back again. The cross-­cultural moves had their pros and cons.

M ore than 1,500 runners and walkers of all abilities from across the Northwest gathered at the starting line Sunday for the Biggest Loser RunWalk Half Marathon/5K at the Willamalane Center for Sports and Recreation.

Pearson, Nordholm finish combat training Army National Guard Pvt. Ivan Pearson and Spec. Ashley Nordholm have graduated from basic combat training at Fort Jackson in Columbia, S.C. Pearson is the son of Lowell and Shelley Pearson of Springfield and a 2012 graduate of Springfield High School.

Justices miss point The Supreme Court recently heard arguments on gay marriage. Two justices made some of the lamest arguments in the history of the court.

Events scheduled by Willamalane Park and Recreation District for the week of April 15-22. Tuesday, April 16 Chi Walking — Adults 50 and up. Chi walking is a balanced form of walking that focuses on body alignment. Good for low back and core muscle strengthening.

On Sunday, the Biggest Loser RunWalk Half Marathon/5K is coming to Springfield. This is a chance for new runners or walkers to enjoy a non-intimidating environment and celebrate their healthy lifestyle achievements.

Program looks at murals around world “A World of Murals” will be featured today at 1:30 p.m. at Willamalane Adult Activity Center, 215 West C St, Springfield. Denis Shelton will share his collection of art photos featuring murals from the United States, Canada, Latin America, Europe, Asia and India.

Incidents FRIDAY, MARCH 29 Suspicious conditions: 11:24 p.m., 3600 block Douglas Drive. A caller said she heard a loud bang, looked outside and saw what appeared to be blood on her front door. Suspicious conditions: 8:57 p.m., 600 block Sixth Street.