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Philomath council wants flexibility, community fit in development RFP
The Philomath City Council on Monday directed staff to prepare a request for proposals for mixed-use development of a city-owned lot on the southwest corner of Main and South 14th streets, with councilors expressing a preference for flexibility while still setting parameters around parking, building height and community aesthetics. The 7-0 vote came after the council and members of the Housing and Economic Development Committee conducted 40-minute interviews earlier in the evening with two development firms that responded to a…
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Philomath’s Hernandez clears 6-2 in high jump at midweek meet in Newport
Sophomore Sammy Hernandez won the high jump and junior Bryce Hruska swept both hurdles events to highlight the Philomath High’s appearance Wednesday at a tri-meet in Newport. Hernandez cleared 6 feet, 2 inches in a personal-record performance in the high jump, a mark that ties for eighth-best in the school’s…
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BCSO Log: Five arrested at Blodgett Elementary, reckless driving, illegal dumping
Editor’s note: This report is based on information submitted by the Benton County Sheriff’s Office. All calls for service may not be included. The status of incidents might change after further investigation. Locations are approximate and may not be included if it could identify victims of certain crimes of a…
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Letter: IAFF Local 4925 asks community to back Philomath fire levy
Letter to the Editor: IAFF Local 4925 urges Philomath residents to vote yes on Measure 2-155, a levy renewal that would sustain staffing and emergency response services.
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County to mark Crime Victims’ Rights Week with April 20 event at Corvallis library
The Benton County District Attorney’s Office will host a public event at 2 p.m. Monday at the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library to recognize National Crime Victims’ Rights Week. The event will feature remarks from community leaders, a resource fair with local service providers, recognition of survivors and a proclamation read…
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Philomath School Board to review district objectives, safety procedures
The Philomath School Board is scheduled to meet at 7 p.m. Thursday at Philomath High School with an agenda that includes discussions on district objectives and safety procedures along with possible votes on the 2027-28 academic calendar and policy updates related to student transportation. The meeting’s agenda also includes several…
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PHS boys volleyball drops match at Willamette Valley Christian
The Philomath High School boys volleyball team went up against a formidable opponent on the road Tuesday evening and fell to Willamette Valley Christian in three sets. The Crusaders, a private school out of Brooks north of Salem, posted a 25-15, 25-20, 25-19 win to improve their season record to…
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Boys golf team finishes 5th at Mallard Creek event
The Philomath High School boys golf team finished fifth Monday in a tournament at Mallard Creek Golf Course near Lebanon. Cascade won the team competition with a score of 329, followed by Sweet Home at 343, North Marion at 360 and Newport at 368. Philomath finished with a team score…
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Philomath in Photos
VIEW PHILOMATH IN PHOTOS GALLERIES FROM PAST MONTHS
THURSDAY, APRIL 16, 2026: A slide in the main playground at Philomath City Park. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 15, 2026: Wood rounds are stacked at Philomath High School's Forestry and Natural Resources outdoor classroom. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
TUESDAY, APRIL 14, 2026: California poppies grow outside the Philomath Youth Activities Club. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
SATURDAY, APRIL 11, 2026: Sunset on Friday evening at Skirvin Park's Horse Plaza. (Photo by Kendra Gillman) 
FRIDAY, APRIL 10, 2026: Construction progress has become more visible in recent weeks at Tall Timber RV Park along North 19th Street. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
THURSDAY, APRIL 9, 2026: Crack-and-seal street project along Applegate Street. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2026: A pink sunset over Philomath on Sunday evening. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2026: High school golf is in its second year at Philomath. Here, Roman Robins walks the course Monday at Trysting Tree Golf Club in Corvallis. (Photo by Andy Cripe/Philomath News) 
SATURDAY, APRIL 4, 2026: Several different people of all ages helped move shovels of dirt during a tree-planting ceremony Friday afternoon in front of Philomath Community Library. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
FRIDAY, APRIL 3, 2026: Public art in Dale Collins Park. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
THURSDAY, APRIL 2, 2026: Spring tree blooms along North 17th Street. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1, 2026: An Easter bunny pickup in the PHS parking lot. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News)
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MOVING SALE
I went into a store
To see what they’ve got
A sign said “We’re Moving!”
I looked out and said, “No you’re not.”
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