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Brad’s Blog: The Chip Ross fire of 2014
The recent town hall that the city of Philomath hosted on wildfire preparedness had a lot of interesting information from the panelists on hand that evening. One of the comments that especially caught my attention was Rich Saalsaa’s comments about the Chip Ross fire that broke out in Corvallis back in September 2014 — yeah, it’s been nearly eight years since that happened. It was a particularly stressful day or two for our family because my teenage son was at…
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North 11th Street improvements on hold indefinitely; city will pay to put in a sidewalks
The Philomath City Council’s long and intense debate on how to pay for recommended improvements to North 11th Street reached resolution at a June 27 meeting with approval of a plan that does not financially burden the neighborhood’s property owners through a special assessment. The decision scales back the scope…
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Local engineer establishes business to bring his talents to hometown neighbors
Growing up in Philomath and staying close to home to earn mechanical engineering degrees at Oregon State University, Mark McGuire places great importance on local connections. Beyond those strong bonds with his hometown, McGuire wants to help small businesses through mechanical work that might not be available to them otherwise. …
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Police on lookout for more victims of custom woodworker’s alleged scam
A local man who started a woodworking business in Philomath two years ago has allegedly taken more than 35 customers on a ride by charging…
Dirt Road Brewing brings back its street party for 2nd year
Dirt Road Brewing owner Chuck Cox could certainly be called a business success story in downtown Philomath. The local brewer opened his doors in 2019,…
Community steps up in aftermath of the grandstand fire
The Frolic has deep roots in Philomath. The name has varied through the years — it was called the Buckaroos and Loggers Frolic at its…
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SPORTS
Micah Matthews wins decathlon at state Junior Olympics meet
Running the 110-meter high hurdles in Eugene last month at the Class 4A championships, Micah Matthews celebrated the end of his junior campaign at Philomath High School with a state title. But there would be…
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Philomath High grads conquer Boston Marathon each in their own way
Once on the course after the race begins, runners settle into a pace to battle the physical and mental challenges of competing in the Boston Marathon. Left behind is the craziness over the previous couple…
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Cheer squad raising money for new mats
During a cheer routine that features stunting, the “flyer” is lifted high and typically includes a few flips and twists…
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Philomath High wins Class 4A’s OSAA Cup
On the strength of three state championships, high finishes by several other programs and an exceptional academic record, Philomath High…
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All-state baseball selections include Ordway on 1st team
Four Philomath High School baseball players, including senior shortstop Cameron Ordway on the first team, earned Class 4A all-state recognition.…
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PN News Tracker: Equestrian team, primary election results
The Philomath equestrian team had two top-five finishes in team events and will send participants to next week’s regional event.…
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Ellis, Silva reflect on state title seasons with Warriors
Philomath High School finished up a banner year in athletics over the past nine months with state titles in boys…
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By Kevin Ahern
Car Talk I like my cars quite fancy But cannot get my fill The Porsche was most expensive My favorite automobill Thinking Mink Mink wraps As it were Are things some people Like shopping fur
— Tuesday, July 5, 2022
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SAVE THE DATE
• July 7-9: Philomath Frolic & Rodeo (Skirvin Park and other sites around Philomath)
• July 21-23: Philomath Lions Club Book Sale (Skirvin Park)
• July 23: Philomath Sip & Stroll (downtown), 3-7 p.m.
• July 30: Philomath Schools Old-Timers Picnic (Philomath City Park)
• Sept. 11: Benton County Public Safety Chili Cook-Off (Skirvin Park)