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Philomath secures $2.65 million from state to expand sewer capacity in north end
The Oregon Legislature’s short session wrapped up last week with a significant win for Philomath — $2.65 million in funding to extend the city’s sewer infrastructure to the north end of town. It’s a project that the city manager and mayor said will unlock housing development capacity that has been stalled for years. The capital grant, sponsored by Sen. Dick Anderson (R-Lincoln City), will fund a sewer main line to serve an area that the city sees as future residential…
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‘Full circle’: Benton County’s rodeo queen carries on 25-year tradition
Philomath resident Jessica McLennan was officially crowned the 2026 Benton County Fair and Rodeo Queen on Feb. 7, during an evening at the Benton County Event Center and Fairgrounds where community members gathered to honor royalty, volunteers and the tradition behind the fair and rodeo. Behind the scenes, Kristi Schrock…
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Genealogical society to present ‘Moses & Me’ program Saturday at Philomath Museum
The Benton County Genealogical Society will host a free public program Saturday exploring the Moses Family Papers held by the Benton County Historical Society. “Moses & Me” is scheduled for 11 a.m.-noon March 14 at Philomath Museum. Presenter Walter Frankel, a longtime volunteer with the Benton County Historical Society, will…
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Philomath housing committee to weigh 14th and Main development proposals
The Philomath Housing and Economic Development Committee plans to meet at 6 p.m. Tuesday at Philomath City Hall with members set to review two competing proposals for a long-anticipated mixed-use development at the corner of 14th and Main streets. The city purchased the property in 2020 and an environmental cleanup…
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Fire and Rescue Calls: Possible structure fire prompts response on North Seventh
Philomath Fire & Rescue’s weekly call log for Feb. 27–March 5 includes a possible structure fire and a bicycle crash response.
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Philomath Police Log: Calls range from a bicycle crash and school threat report to a stolen ‘no parking’ sign
The Philomath Police Log for Feb. 27–March 5 includes a school threat report, bicycle crash, stolen sign, trespassing and other local calls for service.
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Philomath girls rout Molalla to extend state tournament streak to 8
MOLALLA — The state tournament streak continues. For the eighth straight season, the Philomath High girls basketball team will be among the final eight teams in Class 4A competing for a championship. The Warriors took care of business Saturday night at Molalla with a convincing 55-24 victory. “You know, that’s…
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Gallery: PHS girls basketball at Molalla (March 7, 2026)
A collection of photos from Philomath High’s 55-24 girls basketball win over Molalla in the first round of the 4A playoffs on Saturday.
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Philomath in Photos
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TUESDAY, MARCH 10, 2026: Philomath City Park with Marys Peak in the background on Saturday morning. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
SATURDAY, MARCH 7, 2026: Restrooms at the rodeo grounds. (File photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 2026: An "Alice in Wonderland" cast member serves lemonade at Thursday's Philomath Middle School Tea Party, which provided not only treats but a preview of next week's play performances. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
THURSDAY, MARCH 5, 2026: Gathering Together Farms produce at the Corvallis Indoor Winter Market at the fairgrounds. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4, 2026: A lunar eclipse produces a blood moon over Philomath earlier this week. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2026: Daffodils bloom in front of Philomath Middle School. (Photo by Eric Niemann)
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FALLING OUT
Here is an observation
That no one will dispute
Every skydiving duo
Requires a pair o’ chutes
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U.S. SENATE
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U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
Rep. Val Hoyle
OREGON LEGISLATURE
Sen. Dick Anderson
Rep. David Gomberg
BENTON COUNTY COMMISSIONERS
Commissioner Pat Malone
Commissioner Gabe Shepherd
Commissioner Nancy Wyse
PHILOMATH CITY COUNCIL
Mayor Christopher McMorran
President Teresa Nielson
Councilor Jessica Andrade
Councilor Diane Crocker
Councilor Spencer Irwin
Councilor Brent Kaseman
Councilor Rich Saalsaa
PHILOMATH SCHOOL BOARD
Chair Tom Klipfel
Vice Chair Erin McMullen
Director Ryan Cheeke
Director Erin Gudge
Director Sandi Hering