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Clarification, August 30, 2026 4:30 pm: This story was updated to clarify common fuel for wildfires.
Five things to know about Oregon’s record wildfire season

Correction, August 28, 2026 10:47 am: This story originally identified volleyball players Brooklynn Logan and Chloe Pedder as a freshmen, based on information provided during reporting. They are both sophomores.
Girls volleyball season preview: Warriors navigating retooled roster, league

Clarification, August 17, 2026 1:31 pm: This guest viewpoint was updated to include a reference to the Philomath Community Meal, which was inadvertently omitted from the version originally submitted.
Guest Viewpoint: A community table — when faith takes practical form

Correction, August 17, 2026 11:28 am: This story was updated to correct the official deadline dates for candidates to file for Philomath City Council. A date that had been published previously was only the recommended date by the city for candidates to submit documents.
Only one candidate has filed for three open City Council seats with deadline approaching

Correction, August 6, 2026 7:28 am: This story originally misstated when Rep. Janelle Bynum dined with critics and inaccurately described her ownership interest in McDonald's restaurant franchises. OJP regrets the errors.
Splinter group of Multnomah County Democrats calls for U.S. Rep. Janelle Bynum’s resignation

Correction, August 5, 2026 7:24 am: This story originally said Oregon ranked 37th in higher education funding. The correct ranking is 46th.
Medicaid shortfall follows decade-long growth in state spending

Clarification, August 1, 2026 10:49 am: This story was updated Aug. 1 to more accurately describe how the McLennan twins manage their pigs' pre-competition diet. In addition, the story was updated with photos that were received after deadline.
After nearly a decade in 4-H, McLennan twins close out their run at the Benton County Fair

Correction, July 11, 2026 4:29 pm: A previous version of this story reported Patrick John Stubblefield's age as 43 based on an Oregon State Police report on the crash.
OSP Log: Crashes claim 2 lives near Sandy, Otis

Correction, July 8, 2026 9:59 am: This story was updated at 10 a.m. Wednesday, July 8, to report that the July 13 City Council meeting will not include a public hearing on the ordinance, although there will be an opportunity for public comments. Also, funds raised through the fee will not go entirely toward police salaries but police operations.
Renamed city fee heads to council for vote on July 13

Correction, July 2, 2026 12:14 pm: This story was updated at 12:14 p.m. July 2 to clarify that Tucker was in a military program, not the military, and to correct Petersen's role as an apprentice.
A hernia, a freezer full of beef and the birth of Soul Shine Ranch

Clarification, July 1, 2026 2:42 pm: This story was updated at 2:45 p.m. July 1 to include additional context provided by Superintendent Susan Halliday. While the story credited college and career specialist Leslie Adams for her work compiling the post-graduation data, Halliday has since noted that longtime PHS school counselor Kim St. Clair also deserves recognition. "Thanks to Kim for shepherding these students — the class of 2026 — through their four years of high school," Halliday said.
Philomath School Board gets first look at post-graduation plans for Class of 2026

Correction, July 1, 2026 12:33 pm: This story was updated on July 1 at 12:34 p.m. to correct a quote from Robert Baker of the Benton County Health Department. For further clarification — the public should never handle a bat with their bare hands.
Bat tests positive for rabies in Benton County

Correction, May 22, 2026 12:35 pm: This story was updated at 12:35 p.m. May 22 with corrected vote totals for Measure 2-155 (Philomath Fire and Rescue local operating levy).
Election update: Just 7 votes separate Philomath’s psilocybin ban from defeat

Correction, May 18, 2026 6:40 am: This story was updated at 6:40 a.m. May 18 to correct the date of this year's Mount Union Cemetery flag-placement event to Saturday, May 23.
Three Things: Thirty years on the job, quilt not needed and flags for the fallen

Correction, May 14, 2026 1:30 am: This story was updated at 1:46 p.m. May 14. A previous version reported that the motion passed on a 6-1 vote. Councilor Teresa Nielson confirmed that she voted yea and not nay.
Council approves Landmark Drive LID assessments

Correction, May 4, 2026 10:40 am: A previous version of this story had the wrong day of the week with the date. The reception is on a Friday, not a Thursday. The News regrets the error.
New exhibit at Philomath Museum explores themes of shelter, survival

Correction, May 2, 2026 3:28 pm: A previous version of this column stated the a building that houses an acupuncture business on Main Street was for sale. The owner has stated that the building is not for sale. The News regrets the error.
Three Things: Downtown parking, ballot measure and speed radar signs

Correction, April 9, 2026 8:16 am: This story was updated at 8:16 a.m. April 9, 2026, with a corrected time for Sienna Bushnell in the 3,000-meter run.
Warriors dominate competition at Cascade track and field meet

Correction, April 4, 2026 6:59 am: A previous version of this story included a photo that misidentified a player and has been replaced.
Philomath softball sweeps Marshfield behind big bats, Smith’s arm

Correction, March 18, 2026 7:11 pm: This story was updated at 7:10 p.m. March 18 to remove references to a player that may not be on the team.
Team preview: New season, familiar goals for Philomath boys volleyball