VOLUME 5, NUMBER 218
Thursday, October 31, 2024
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Top Stories
Philomath School District decides it can’t offer gym time to Willamette Valley Jaguars
City Council approves letter of support to basketball team and its owner plans to reapproach the school to see if some games could be played at PHS
The Willamette Valley Jaguars, a professional basketball team that plays in a national developmental league, received both good news and bad news earlier this week when it comes to its […]
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Warrior Watch: Playoff previews, district cross-country, Sage Kramer and mountain bikers
For the second straight season, the Philomath High School volleyball team will travel to Crook County for the first round of the Class 4A state […]
BCSO Log: Restraining order, DUII following crash among recent arrests
A rundown of recent responses from the Benton County Sheriff’s Office.
Surf and Turf: Oregon State researchers to study feeding seaweed to cattle
BURNS — Oregon State University researchers have received a $1 million grant to study the impact of adding seaweed to the diets of beef cattle […]
Alyrica announces broadband improvement project in Yamhill County
Alyrica Networks, a Philomath-based internet services provider, announced plans for a project in Yamhill County to improve broadband infrastructure. Company officials said Alyrica was identified […]
Pile burning begins on Siuslaw National Forest
The onset of cool, damp fall weather allows firefighters to initiate pile burning on the Siuslaw National Forest, officials announced. Starting late last week and […]
Groups demand state and federal action on nitrate pollution in letters to Oregon governor, EPA
Nonprofit community groups in Oregon and nationwide are calling on elected leaders and officials at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to exercise their regulatory power […]
Why did your homeowners insurance go up?
Around a month before homeowners insurance renewal, your insurer will notify you of any changes to your coverage or rates for the coming year. If […]
In Case You Missed It …
Weeklong event helps guide PHS seniors, juniors through options after graduation
Standing in the hallway Tuesday at lunchtime, Philomath High School Principal Mark Henderson monitors students as they grab some food or make their way around […]
City invites community to streetscapes ribbon-cutting on Friday
The city of Philomath invites the community to celebrate the near-completion of the Philomath Downtown Safety and Streetscape Project with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 3 […]
Death Notice: Irene Louise Oleman (1934-2024)
Irene Louise Oleman, 90, of Philomath, died Saturday, Oct. 26, 2024. McHenry Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Share thoughts and memories on the Tribute Wall […]
Philomath, Newport soccer matchup ends in 1-1 tie
A starter in Philomath High’s boys soccer lineup since his freshman year, senior Silas Pittman has certainly accumulated a lot of memories in a Warriors […]
Philomath scores 2 quick goals to defeat Newport in girls soccer
The Philomath High School girls soccer team broke a scoreless tie early in the second half with back-to-back goals six minutes apart to defeat Newport […]
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Community Calendar
• Thursday, Oct. 31: Philomath Trunk or Treat, 3-5 p.m.
• Friday, Nov. 1: Philomath Downtown Safety and Streetscapes Project Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony, 3 p.m.
• Friday, Nov. 1: Omelet Dinner at College United Methodist Church, 5-7 p.m.
• Friday, Nov. 1: PHS Football vs. Marist Catholic, 7 p.m.
• Friday, Nov. 1: Day of The Dead Dance and Concert at the Summit Grange, 7 p.m.
• Saturday, Nov. 2: Philomath Frolic and Rodeo Holiday Craft Fair, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
• Saturday, Nov. 2: Lego Saturday at the Library, 11 a.m.
• Saturday, Nov. 2: PHS Cross-Country at Oregon West Conference Championships, 11:15 a.m.
• Saturday, Nov. 2: PHS volleyball at Crook County, 2 p.m.
• Saturday, Nov. 2: PHS Boys Soccer vs. Scappoose (at Crescent Valley), 4 p.m.
• Sunday, Nov. 3: Philomath Frolic and Rodeo Holiday Craft Fair, 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
• Sunday, Nov. 3: Witch Walk at Beazell Memorial Forest, 11 a.m.