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Emergency manager pushes preparedness in Philomath talk
When disaster strikes, Benton County Emergency Manager Bryan Lee wants residents to be ready — and that starts with two simple steps. “Really the No. 1 thing is making sure folks are registered for Linn-Benton Alert because that is the tool we’re going to use,” Lee said. “And then being two weeks ready — getting some preparedness together in a plan.” Lee spoke at the Philomath Rotary Club meeting Tuesday before sitting down for an interview to discuss local hazards…
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Warrior girls escape with double-OT win at Cascade
Senior Isabelle Muir hit a big 3-pointer and Philomath High’s defense made a stop on the opponent’s final possession to post a 49-47 double-overtime victory Tuesday at Cascade. The victory improves the Warriors to 12-9 overall, 4-2 in the Oregon West Conference. Philomath trails league leader Stayton by one game…
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Philomath, Newport tied atop league standings in boys basketball
With two games left to be played in the Oregon West, Philomath and Newport are now tied atop the conference standings after the Cubs won at home 69-59 over Stayton and the Warriors lost at Cascade, 70-51, on Tuesday night. Philomath (12-8 overall, 6-2 Oregon West) will host Stayton at…
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Samaritan Awards set for Friday evening at Scout Lodge
The Philomath Area Chamber of Commerce will highlight exceptional service to the community by recognizing volunteers, organizations and businesses during the annual Samaritan Awards at 6 p.m. Friday at Philomath Scout Lodge. The public is invited to join the celebration, which is a free event. Coffee and desserts will be…
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Oregon House clears bill to alert school, university communities of immigration activity
Oregon public universities and schools would have to promptly notify their communities when federal immigration agents step onto campus under a bill the Oregon House passed Tuesday. Federal policy has long blocked immigration enforcement at “sensitive areas” including schools, churches and hospitals, but the Trump administration rescinded that policy last…
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Mount Union Stories: Nathan W. Allen (1819-1900)
Published as it appeared on April 3, 1900, in the (Portland) Morning Oregonian, Page 4, Column 6. Rev. N.W. Allen. CORVALLIS, Or., April 2. — Rev. N.W. Allen, for many years a resident of the vicinity of Philomath, and an Oregon pioneer, was buried this afternoon. The funeral was from…
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Philomath boys qualify in 5 events for state swim meet
The Philomath High School boys swim team qualified for state in five events Saturday at the 4A/3A/2A/1A Special District 4 Championships at Albany Community Pool. Junior Lucas Brandt will defend his state title in the 100-yard breaststroke after breaking the district meet record and winning the championship in 1:01.16. Brandt’s…
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District wrestling: Mulberry gets redemption, Barrett, Compton win titles
NEWPORT — Nine days earlier on Senior Night in Philomath High’s final home wrestling match of the season, Lake Mulberry walked off the mat angry with himself after getting pinned midway through the third period by Sweet Home senior Jeremiah Steagall. The opportunity for a rematch materialized Saturday in Newport…
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Philomath in Photos
VIEW PHILOMATH IN PHOTOS GALLERIES FROM PAST MONTHS
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 18, 2026: Philomath Rotary Club President Fred Shaub goes through various notes with members at the organization’s Tuesday meeting. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
TUESDAY, FEB. 17, 2026: Two women walk Tuesday at Marys River Park and Natural Area on a morning that saw light snow. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
SATURDAY, FEB. 14, 2026: A “Happy Valentine’s Day” inflatable decoration on North 19th Street. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
FRIDAY, FEB. 13, 2026: The sun rises behind Philomath High School’s Forestry building, highlighting one of the school’s signature career and technical education programs. (Photo by Barb Davis) 
THURSDAY, FEB. 12, 2026: Open space under a blue sky at Marys River Park and Natural Area. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 11, 2026: A view of Philomath Community Library after the removal of the large American elm, which had been designated by the city as a Heritage Tree. The tree was removed because of Dutch elm disease. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
TUESDAY, FEB. 10, 2026: The Corvallis Indoor Winter Market at the Benton County Fairgrounds on Saturdays draws Philomath-area vendors and shoppers. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
SATURDAY, FEB. 7, 2026: Evening traffic along Main Street. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
FRIDAY, FEB. 6, 2026: The Shipley Family Homestead Marker in Newton Creek Park. Black History Month is observed in February. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
THURSDAY, FEB. 5, 2026: A piece of Philomath High’s old gym floor before the high school’s remodeling project in 2012. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 4, 2026: The Independent Community Center on the corner of Fern Road and Airport Avenue. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
TUESDAY, FEB. 3, 2026: A snow moon on Groundhog Day over Philomath. (Photo by Eric Niemann)
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