EDITOR’S CHOICE
Summer learning program shows reading gains in first grant-funded year
The Philomath School District’s expanded summer learning program delivered strong results for its most vulnerable readers in its first year under a new state grant, Clemens Primary School Principal Abby Moser told the School Board at its Sept. 17 meeting. “The kids we knew that were coming in that were already struggling in reading, 100% of those kids either met or exceeded,” said Moser, who led the program. Moser said the program came together on a tight timeline. “We had…
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NEWS
PYAC’s 19th annual Getaway Giveaway raffle underway
The Philomath Youth Activities Club is offering community members the chance to win vacation destinations while supporting local youth programs through its 19th annual Getaway Giveaway Raffle. This year’s grand prize is a one-week vacation at any Worldmark resort. The drawing is Oct. 19. Tickets are $10 each or three…
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School district in need of Budget Committee members
The Philomath School District continues to seek applicants to fill vacancies on its Budget Committee after the terms of three community members expired this past June. The deadline to apply is noon on Wednesday, Sept. 30. The Budget Committee is made up of five community members alongside the five School…
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Inclusivity Committee to hear from Corvallis for Refugees Tuesday
Philomath’s Inclusivity Ad Hoc Committee will meet Tuesday for an agenda that includes a presentation by Sarah Sims, programs manager for Corvallis for Refugees. The meeting begins at 5:30 p.m. at Philomath City Hall and will also be livestreamed on YouTube. Also on the agenda, the committee plans to discuss…
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Mount Union Stories: Rozella C. Shipley (1870-1908)
In this week’s Mount Union Stories, read about Rozella Shipley, daughter of John and Mary Wyatt who died at age 37 from heart failure.
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Siuslaw National Forest lifts fire restrictions
Campfires are once again allowed outside of developed campgrounds on the Siuslaw National Forest after the U.S. Forest Service rescinded public use restrictions Sept. 18. The agency cited recent rainfall and cooler temperatures for the reduced wildfire risk. In addition to campfires, restrictions on grills, chainsaws, off-highway vehicles and smoking…
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SPORTS
Astoria, Warrenton down PHS in girls volleyball
The Philomath High School girls volleyball team dropped matches to Astoria and Warrenton during a three-school event on the road Saturday. In the Warriors’ first match of the day, Astoria, the host school, posted a 25-10, 25-17, 25-16 win over PHS. Then Philomath came up short against Warrenton, 25-20, 25-19, 25-13. “We’re still working out the lineup and finding where everyone plays most confident and has success,” PHS coach Whitney Thomas said. “There were many bright moments during both matches.…
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PHS girls test themselves against elite field at Tillamook
Philomath High School’s girls cross-country team, ranked among the state’s top Class 4A contenders this fall, participated in a high-level competition Saturday at The Mook XC Invitational in Tillamook. The Warriors finished 11th in a stacked Elite Varsity field that included 123 runners on teams from Oregon, Washington, Idaho and…
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Simplified game plan powers Philomath to 35-18 football victory
After struggling through the first two weeks of the season, Philomath High’s coaching staff decided to strip things down to basics. On Friday night, that adjustment paid off in a big way. Powered by a passing attack that found its rhythm early and a run game that also had its…
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Gallery: PHS football vs. Molalla (Sept. 18, 2026)
A collection of photos from Philomath High’s 35-18 football win at home over Molalla on Friday.
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Philomath in Photos
VIEW PHILOMATH IN PHOTOS GALLERIES FROM PAST MONTHS
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 23, 2026: Philomath High graduate Rocco De La Rosa lines up on special teams Saturday night during Oregon State's 52-17 win over Montana. (Photo by Andy Cripe/Philomath News) 
TUESDAY, SEPT. 22, 2026: Seneca Sloan plants a tree during a celebration of life event Sunday in Philomath City Park in honor of her late husband and former mayor Rocky Sloan. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
SATURDAY, SEPT. 19, 2026: Philomath High cheerleaders carry the POW/MIA flag onto Clemens Field during a pregame presentation on Friday night. (Photo by Andy Cripe/Philomath News) 
FRIDAY, SEPT. 18, 2026: Benton Habitat for Humanity home under construction on Quail Glenn Drive. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
THURSDAY, SEPT. 17, 2026: Philomath High's spirit rock promotes the upcoming Glow Dance. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 16, 2026: Outdoor garden classroom at Clemens Primary School. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
TUESDAY, SEPT. 15, 2026: Annabelle Schultz from the Benton County Mounted Posse rides “Pistol” to help park vehicles at the Public Safety Chili Cook-off on Sunday. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
SATURDAY, SEPT. 12, 2026: A fire hydrant near the entrance to Philomath Middle School off Chapel Drive. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
FRIDAY, SEPT. 11, 2026: Musicians contribute to the atmosphere at the Philomath Farmers' Market. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
THURSDAY, SEPT. 10, 2026: A view from Neabeack Hill Road. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 9, 2026: Fall colors begin to appear in front of the Philomath Scout Lodge. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
TUESDAY, SEPT. 8, 2026: Lindsey Free, Philomath Area Chamber of Commerce board president, puts up flags with the Philomath Rotary Club on Labor Day. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
SATURDAY, SEPT. 5, 2026: PHS varsity volleyball players during the playing of the National Anthem at Thursday evening's home opener. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
FRIDAY, SEPT. 4, 2026: Footbridge in Marys River Park and Natural Area. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
THURSDAY, SEPT. 3, 2026: Blackberries along Newton Creek. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 2, 2026: Free "little library" at the corner of Sunrose Court and Neabeack Hill Drive. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
TUESDAY, SEPT. 1, 2026: The Root Vegetables, a Philomath-based group, plays to a packed house at the Willamette Grange on Saturday night. (Photo by Eric Niemann)
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