Pioneer Connect completes acquisition of Monroe Telephone Co.
Pioneer Connect, the Philomath-based telecommunications cooperative, finalized its acquisition Tuesday of Monroe Telephone Co., extending its fiber, DSL and telephone network into the Monroe area. Monroe Telephone has operated in the community since 1912 when it was established as a mutual association providing telephone and telegraph service. The company’s service…
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…
Dirt Road Brewing’s expansion nears finish line
Dirt Road Brewing’s expansion project along 13th and Main is entering its final stretch. Owner Chuck Cox said Wednesday that the building under construction behind the popular pub, meant to house his brewery operation, should…
A hernia, a freezer full of beef and the birth of Soul Shine Ranch
KINGS VALLEY — Mike Tucker still remembers cutting his first cow alone. “I acquired a hernia and I hated the process emotionally,” he said. That single, difficult experience — processing a cow named T-Bone by himself, then tearing his own…
From 2024: Philomath-based lumber company embracing Oregon hardwoods
On a pleasant mid-October morning, Patrick Lumber’s Brad Mehl and Terry Haddix walk the grounds located just outside of Philomath to check on the construction progress of a new hardwood sawmill. The clear blue skies and sun shining overhead seemed…
After nearly 4 decades, Gathering Together Farm founders ready to ‘pass the carrot’
After nearly 40 years of growing organic vegetables along Grange Hall Road, John Eveland is ready to pass the carrot — he just wants to make sure the right hands are there to catch it. “There’s been some definite sadness…
Business: Philomath Emporium plans live auction on Saturday
The Philomath Emporium will host its first live auction Saturday beginning at 10 a.m., the business announced. A professional auctioneer will lead the event with items hand-selected from the collections of vendors who have booths at the store. Admission and…
Applegate Door’s Merlin Theurer named Door Technician of the Year
Merlin Theurer of Applegate Door Co. has been named Door Technician of the Year by the International Door Association, the company announced. The award recognizes an outstanding technician employed by an IDA dealer member who demonstrates skill, professionalism and dedication…
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