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Three Things: Downtown parking, ballot measure and speed radar signs
Philomath’s downtown parking debate, the fire district’s May ballot levy pitch and new speed radar signs and a city park readerboard upgrade.
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Pausch, Hernandez go 1-2 in 3,000 to lead Philomath’s track boys at John Oliver Invite
Seniors Leo Pausch and Lukas Hernandez ran to a 1-2 finish in the 3,000 meters to headline Philomath High School’s performance at the John Oliver Invitational Saturday at Central High School in Independence. Pausch crossed in 9 minutes, 6.96 seconds with Hernandez less than 2 seconds behind at 9:08.49. The…
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OSP Log: Eleven lives lost in 9 fatal crashes from April 11-16
Oregon State Police responded to nine fatal crashes from April 11-16 across the state that claimed 11 lives, including a double-fatality head-on collision near Lebanon.
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Two public hearings set for April 20 Planning Commission meeting
The Philomath Planning Commission will hold two public hearings at 6 p.m. Monday at Philomath City Hall on applications involving properties in the city’s light industrial zone. The first hearing involves The Shop at 134 S. 10th St. The applicant, Joe Noble, is proposing to construct an approximately 7,200-square-foot automotive…
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City Council adopts new utility rates after months of deliberation
The Philomath City Council unanimously approved new utility rates early this week, setting in motion a series of phased increases for water, sewer and storm drain services that will roll out between July 1, 2026, and July 1, 2027. The 7-0 resolution vote came three months after the council delayed…
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Benton County Sheriff’s Office to host drug take back event April 25
The Benton County Sheriff’s Office will host a Drug Take Back Event on Saturday, April 25, giving the public an opportunity to safely dispose of expired or unused medications. The one-day drive-thru event runs from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. in the parking lot of the Kalapuya Building at 4500 SW Research…
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Warriors ride strong serving to boys volleyball sweep over Toledo
The Philomath High boys volleyball team snapped a four-match losing streak Thursday night with a 25-16, 25-13, 25-21 sweep of visiting Toledo. The Warriors (3-4 overall, 2-4 Special District 3) used strong serving to build comfortable leads in the first and third sets, allowing coach Helen Bennett to work the…
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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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Philomath in Photos
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SATURDAY, APRIL 18, 2026: Trees line Applegate Street looking west from the sidewalk in front of Philomath City Hall. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
FRIDAY, APRIL 17, 2026: A side view of Philomath Museum behind College United Methodist Church. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
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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By Kevin Ahern
SECRET TO LIFE
I found the secret to life
It’s certainly worth a try
Odd that more don’t know it —
Don’t die
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U.S. SENATE
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U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
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OREGON LEGISLATURE
Sen. Dick Anderson
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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