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Sip and Stroll on Saturday to feature 20 tasting stops
The Philomath Area Chamber of Commerce’s Sip and Stroll returns from 3-7 p.m. Saturday and will offer 20 tasting stops at 19 locations along Main Street and Applegate Street. Chamber Executive Director Nikki Hasley said this year’s event features 20 tasting vendors, up a few from last year. The list includes 13 wineries, four breweries, two distillers and one cidery. Hasley said she’s hoping to top last year’s attendance of 311, which was based on the number of wine glasses…
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NEWS
Obituary: Ian Robert Tully (1998-2026)
Ian Robert Tully was born in Corvallis, Oregon, to Connie M. Ash and Charles D. Tully. During his short time on earth, he was thrown many curve balls, yet he continued on, enjoying life and bringing laughter to those around him. Ian had it figured out. He lived simply. He…
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City renames park in memory of longtime volunteer
The Philomath City Council voted unanimously Monday evening to rename Dale Collins Park to Dale Collins Memorial Park in honor of the longtime volunteer and former mayor who died June 14 at age 81. City Manager Chris Workman asked councilors at the July 13 meeting to add the renaming as…
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BCSO Log: Collision with cow, reckless driving, fraudulent rental listings
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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Oregon CASA Network terminates Voices for Children contract
The nonprofit organization that advocates for children in Benton and Lincoln county courts has been terminated by the statewide board that oversees its work. Voices for Children is no longer authorized to operate as a court-appointed special advocate organization after the 15-person Oregon CASA Network board voted July 6 to…
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Philomath council approves prosecutor contract reassignment
The Philomath City Council voted 6-0 Monday to authorize the city manager to sign an assignment of contract for prosecutor services to shift the agreement from Ivers and Miller Law to Miller, Castleton and Flinn LLC. The change comes as Ivers & Miller Law separates into two distinct firms. The…
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SPORTS
Every rep counts as Philomath coach develops baseball players
Watching from the home team’s dugout Wednesday evening in a D1 baseball game against Corvallis, longtime Philomath High coach Levi Webber shouts out encouraging words to Henry Bennett, one of the youngest pitchers competing with the Les and Bob’s summer program. It’s a small moment, but one that captures how Webber runs his summer program. D1 baseball isn’t built around chasing wins. It’s built around reps, patience and figuring out what each player — from the youngest prospects to those…
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Philomath’s Smart wins heat, places 4th in steeplechase at Nike Outdoor Nationals
Philomath High cross-country and track standout Cassidy Smart added another exceptional athletic accomplishment to her résumé this past Friday by winning her heat and placing fourth overall in the 2,000-meter steeplechase at the Nike Outdoor Nationals. Competing against 50 other girls in the Championship division, Smart was first in Heat…
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PYAC opens fall sports registration for flag football, volleyball and cheer
The Philomath Youth Activities Club has opened registration for its fall sports programs with a deadline of July 10 for families to secure spots in flag football, volleyball and recreational cheer. Volleyball is open to students in grades 4-8. Grades 4-6 will compete in the Valley League, while seventh and…
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After years of fundraising, Philomath turf project within striking distance
After years of fundraising, the effort to install artificial turf at Philomath High School’s baseball and softball fields is closing in on its goal with organizers now roughly $70,000 to $80,000 short of what’s needed to move forward. “We are actually really, really close to getting everything that we need,”…
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Philomath in Photos
VIEW PHILOMATH IN PHOTOS GALLERIES FROM PAST MONTHS
THURSDAY, JULY 16, 2026: Bike lanes on Applegate Street get a fresh coat of paint Wednesday morning. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
WEDNESDAY, JULY 15, 2026: A flower basket hangs in front of Philomath Community Library. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
TUESDAY, JULY 14, 2026: Work is underway on Philomath's new water treatment plant. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
SATURDAY, JULY 11, 2026: The Philomath Frolic and Rodeo's annual fireworks display on Friday night. (Photo by Andy Cripe/Philomath News) 
FRIDAY, JULY 10, 2026: A John Deere tractor drags the arena at the Philomath Frolic and Rodeo ahead of Thursday's performance. The rodeo continues Friday and Saturday nights. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
THURSDAY, JULY 9, 2026: The Philomath Frolic and Rodeo's Home Run Derby took place Wednesday evening at the PHS softball field. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
WEDNESDAY, JULY 8, 2026: A view of the Frolic's arena as it appeared Monday ahead of this week's NPRA rodeo performances. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2026: Recently installed natural playscape equipment at Flossie Overman Park on North 11th Street. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
SATURDAY, JULY 4, 2026: Happy Fourth of July from an inflatable on the corner of South 13th and Applegate. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
FRIDAY, JULY 3, 2026: A 13-star centennial flag from 1876 along with a satin dress from the same period are displayed at the “Centuries of Celebration” exhibit at Philomath Museum. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
THURSDAY, JULY 2, 2026: The historic Philomath College building against the Wednesday evening sky. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
WEDNESDAY, JULY 1, 2026: A strawberry moon rises over Philomath June 29 on the evening of its peak. (Photo by Eric Niemann)
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BUFFERIN SUFFERIN'
Aspirin won’t help
Though readily available
So I’m afraid your pain
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