VOLUME 4, NUMBER 24
Good Afternoon. It’s Tuesday, January 31, 2023
The Latest …
Bouncing for fun on a Saturday in the middle of a wet winter
‘Oregon’s Largest Indoor Bounce Park’ to operate for a 6-hour stretch on Feb. 4 at the Benton County Fairgrounds
For the past 20 years, Philomath resident Rick Bennett’s life has revolved around fun. Through the business that he runs with wife Danielle, many children in the region have bounced around on and inside of their inflatables at birthday parties, school events or the local carnival. Those opportunities to bounce typically take place during the […]
Cheer squads to showcase their talents at PHS exhibition fundraiser
Local cheerleaders reaching the pinnacle of their season with state championships following Philomath’s first-ever ‘Go For Gold’ event on Feb. 5
In an effort to raise money for the program’s needs while celebrating the season and getting revved up for state, the Philomath High School cheer program will host for the first time a multi-team showcase event on Sunday. PHS coach Kathy Kohler said that the event, which begins at 9 a.m. Feb. 5, will be […]
Brad’s Blog: A chance to share ideas for your city
Students in grades 4-12 have 8 weeks to get in their ‘If I Were Mayor’ contest entries
Mayor Chas Jones wants to hear from local students. Yes, kids, this is your chance to share your thoughts on how you would govern the city of Philomath. The “If I Were Mayor” contest is now open with your entries due by March 31. The Oregon Mayors Association each year hosts the statewide contest, which […]
Law Enforcement Report: Jan. 20-26, 2023
A rundown of calls from the Philomath Police Department and Benton County Sheriff’s Office for the period of Jan. 20-26.
Fire & Rescue Calls: Jan. 20-26, 2023
A rundown of Philomath Fire & Rescue fire and medical calls for the period of Jan. 20-26.
Saathoff makes the dean’s list at Linfield University
Philomath High School graduate Mikaila Saathoff earned dean’s list honors at Linfield University in McMinnville for the fall term. To qualify for the dean’s list, […]
Oregon lawmakers propose bills to tamp down prescription costs
Oregon lawmakers are considering legislation to rein in soaring prescription drug prices for Oregonians and help rural independent pharmacies stay open. Prescriptions are an expensive […]
Willamette Valley butterfly once considered extinct is back in strong numbers
A butterfly native to the Willamette Valley and that was once thought to be extinct has returned in strong numbers. The Fender’s blue butterfly will […]
How Benton County, OR feels about climate change
According to the Pew Research Center, about two-thirds of Americans feel the federal government is not doing enough to counteract the effects of climate change. […]
Philomath in Photos

In Case You Missed It …
Inside Philomath: High school Assistant Coach Trey Ecker
A graduate with Philomath High School’s Class of 2015, Trey Ecker enjoyed competing in athletics with the Warriors and proved to be a standout in […]
Philomath wrestlers 3rd at West Albany tournament
Philomath High School senior Ben Hernandez, freshman Riley Barrett and senior David Griffith emerged unscathed from Saturday’s Tod Surmon Mid-Valley Classic on Saturday at West […]
Philomath’s Hirte wins 2 events at Blanchet swim meet
Philomath High senior Carrson Hirte took first place in two events Saturday at the Blanchet Catholic Invitational and both the Warrior boys and girls placed […]
Community Calendar
• Tuesday, Jan. 31: PHS girls basketball at Stayton, 5:30 p.m.
• Tuesday, Jan. 31: Philomath Community Meal, 6 p.m.
• Tuesday, Jan. 31: PHS boys basketball at Stayton, 7 p.m.
• Wednesday, Feb. 1: Philomath Area Chamber of Commerce Greeters, 8:30 a.m.
• Wednesday, Feb. 1: Quilts from Caring Hands, 9-11:30 a.m.
• Wednesday, Feb. 1: Dementia Warriors Support Group Meeting, 2:30 p.m.
• Wednesday, Feb. 1: PHS wrestling at Sweet Home Duals with Cascade, Newport, 5 p.m.
• Wednesday, Feb. 1: Marys River Grange Meeting, 6:30 p.m.
• Thursday, Feb. 2: PHS girls basketball at Cascade, 5:30 p.m.
• Thursday, Feb. 2: Kings Valley Charter School Board Meeting, 6:30 p.m.
• Thursday, Feb. 2: PHS boys basketball at Cascade, 7 p.m.
• Friday, Feb. 3: PHS girls wrestling at 4A/3A/2A/1A Special District 2 meet, 3 p.m.
• Friday, Feb. 3: Omelet Dinner at College United Methodist Church, 5-7 p.m.
• Friday, Feb. 3: Country Dance at Marys River Grange Hall, 7-10 p.m.
• Saturday, Feb. 4: PHS wrestling at Sherwood Wrestling Invitational, 10 a.m.
• Saturday, Feb. 4: Oregon’s Largest Indoor Bounce Park, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Saturday, Feb. 4: Meet and Greet with Rep. David Gomberg, 1-2:30 p.m.
• Saturday, Feb. 4: PHS girls wrestling at 4A/3A/2A/1A Special District 2 meet, 10 a.m.
• Sunday, Feb. 5: Go For Gold Cheer Exhibition Showcase Event, 9 a.m.












