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Philomath cheerleaders celebrate state runner-up performance
Competing in a new category with several newcomers on the squad this season, Philomath High’s cheerleaders pulled off a stunning performance in the Class 4A state championships Friday at Oregon City. The Warriors missed winning the state title in the Game Day competition by just one point — the program’s best-ever finish. “We really thought that we didn’t place at all … once they announced fifth- and fourth-place, and then third,” cheer coach Kathy Kohler said. “Those other teams had…
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Nuño sets tone early as Philomath boys wallop North Marion
Philomath High’s No. 4 simply couldn’t miss — and the early barrage of points pushed visiting North Marion off the cliff in what ended up as a 78-61 Oregon West Conference victory on Friday night. Dreyton Nuño wears that uniform number and as a sophomore getting accustomed to a starting…
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Three Things: Harriet’s newest housing, city park project, coaching legacy
Harriet Hughes celebrates new ADU, City Park bridges planned for 2027, and former Philomath volleyball coach Denee Newton joins mentor on podcast.
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OSP Log: Fatal crashes claim 4 lives across state
Oregon State Police responded to four fatal crashes from Feb. 8-11 in Lane, Jefferson, Columbia and Clackamas counties that claimed four lives, including a pursuit-related crash.
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Planning Commission returns Tuesday to elect leadership, review activity
The Philomath Planning Commission will meet for the first time since last summer at 6 p.m. Tuesday at City Hall. The meeting will serve as an introductory event for new members while the group elects a chair and vice chair for 2026. According to the meeting agenda, the city’s staff…
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Patrick Lumber announces leadership promotions, industry appointments
Patrick Lumber Co. announced a series of leadership promotions and industry appointments this week, elevating three employees to new roles within the company and the broader lumber industry. Chelsea Zuccato has been promoted to vice president of sales and marketing, where she will lead the company’s trading team and marketing…
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Gallery: PHS boys basketball vs. North Marion (Feb. 13, 2026)
A collection of photos from Philomath High’s 78-61 boys basketball victory over North Marion on Friday.
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Philomath swimmers ready to make splash at districts
The Philomath High School swim team heads into the 4A/3A/2A/1A Special District 4 championships at Albany Community Pool Friday and Saturday with a mix of veteran leadership, competitive relay teams and high hopes for multiple state qualifications. Senior captains Cameron McLennan and Mason Stevens have both overcome significant adversity this…
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Philomath in Photos
VIEW PHILOMATH IN PHOTOS GALLERIES FROM PAST MONTHS
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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