Jeanette Maples: Failed by DHS By Emily G. Thompson Children are among the most vulnerable within our communities. There are systems in place whose sole purpose it is to protect these children. One would expect that when child abuse is reported to these systems, it is thoroughly investigated, even more so if multiple similar reports come in. In Eugene, Oregon, the Department of Human Services received numerous reports about a girl being abused in her home. Time and time again, they failed to do their jobs and as a result, the abuse victim paid the ultimate price Jun 2, 2023 • 19 min read
The Strange Disappearance of Derrick Engebretson By Emily G. Thompson In December 1998, 8-year-old Derrick Engebreston and his family set off to the Winema National Forest in Oregon in search of a Christmas tree. As snow began to fall, Derrick vanished. Jun 2, 2022 • 7 min read
