Toxic algae chokes Portland lagoon as a $20 million fix stalls in the Legislature
The algal bloom that forms each summer around Ross Island in the Willamette River south of downtown Portland is expected to be especially bad this year. A potent combination of high temperatures early in the season and ongoing drought made worse by limited snowpack have water already hitting 67 degrees…
How gas prices have changed in Oregon in the last week
Stacker compiled statistics on gas prices in Oregon using data from AAA. Gas prices are as of June 26. Oregon by the numbers- Gas current price: $4.75- Week change: -$0.14 (-2.8%)- Year change: +$0.69 (+16.9%)-…
Fewer teen drivers could mean fewer young voters, advocates warn
American teens are driving less than in previous decades, prompting civic advocates to warn that fewer young people may register to vote. Yet at least one state — New Hampshire — offers insight into how…
OSP Log: Man trying to catch his dog killed on Highway 97
A rundown of recent highway fatalities from around the state as reported by Oregon State Police.
Philomath represented on LBCC’s spring 2026 honor roll
Linn-Benton Community College released the names of students who made the honor roll for the completed spring term. The list includes 26 students that in LBCC records show Philomath as their hometown or address: To be included on the honor…
Numerous scholarships awarded this year to PHS graduates
The Philomath High School Class of 2026 walked across the stage at Clemens Field on June 6 and into whatever comes next — 122 graduates bound for colleges, trade programs, the workforce, military service, church missions and, for some, a…
Why some women keep waking up at 3 a.m., and what perimenopause has to do with it
Charity Jones was a heavy sleeper her whole life. Then, about two years ago, everything changed. “I could not get my brain to turn off at night,” she told Ivim Health. “And when I did fall asleep, it was so…
Here’s how Oregon is celebrating America’s 250th year of independence
Bigfoot is officially helping Oregon celebrate the country’s 250th birthday. This September, the Dallas Area Visitors Center will host its second annual Bigfootstock, a one-day festival rooted in local folklore and the town’s rural identity that brings together educators, agritourism…
Prosperity Council’s report challenges Kotek to signal that Oregon is open for business
Gov. Tina Kotek’s Prosperity Council Thursday issued a clear challenge to the governor — make a package of relatively small changes to the state’s tax code and replace the controversial Climate Protection Program — or risk the state’s further slide.…
Philomath Rotary Club marks leadership transition at upcoming meeting
The Philomath Rotary Club will hold its annual “Changing of the Guard” meeting at noon Tuesday at Peace Lutheran Church. All Rotarians and community members are welcome to attend. Outgoing president Fred Shaub will open the June 30 program with…
Ribbon-cutting set for new exercise area at Philomath City Park
Local residents are invited to lace up their sneakers — and maybe even dig out the leg warmers — for a ribbon-cutting and workout party at 6 p.m. Monday celebrating the new outdoor fitness area at Philomath City Park. Mayor…
City moves to clarify Frolic and Rodeo lease before this summer’s event
The Philomath City Council on Monday directed City Manager Chris Workman to execute an amendment to the city’s lease agreement with the Philomath Frolic and Rodeo with officials noting the changes needed to be in place before this year’s event.…
Familiar face to serve as student representative on School Board
A Philomath High School student with recent experience presenting to the board has been appointed to serve as the district’s student representative for the upcoming school year. Superintendent Susan Halliday announced at the June 18 School Board meeting that Wyatt…
Skip Jones and the Spirit of New Orleans bring ‘boogified’ sounds to Music in the Park
Philomath’s Music in the Park series continues Sunday with Skip Jones and the Spirit of New Orleans, bringing a high-energy blend of rhythm and blues, classic rock and authentic New Orleans boogie-woogie to Philomath City Park. The concert runs from…
5 places you should never use a debit card
Picture this: A parent signs their kid up for summer camp and puts the $1,300 deposit on a credit card. A few days later, they notice the rec center charged them twice. One tap in the card app to dispute…
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