Kaseman moves up at Citizens Bank’s Philomath branch
Local resident Brent Kaseman has moved into the lead position at the Philomath branch of Citizens Bank, officials announced. Kaseman was promoted to vice president and branch manager and succeeded Kathi Harwood in the position. Harwood recently retired after nearly 45 years. “Brent has delivered outstanding service to his customers…
Grange donates to PCS out of recent event’s proceeds
Marys River Grange No. 685 donated $1,320 to Philomath Community Services out of proceeds raised from the recent Plant Sale and Seed Swap, the organization reported. The fifth annual event was held April 29 at…
The 50 places where homes are taking the longest to sell
The pace at which homes sell in the U.S. tends to ebb and flow over the calendar year, with homes selling fastest in the summer months and slowest in the winter. But this spring selling…
Recovery advocates say commission member should recuse herself from alcohol surcharge vote
A Portland-based recovery group wants a member of the Oregon Liquor and Cannabis Commission board to recuse herself from voting on a proposed surcharge on alcohol. Nathan Morales, a lawyer representing Oregon Recovers, said in a letter sent Thursday that…
Supporters of Oregon ‘right to rest’ bill vow to keep fighting
Supporters of a scuttled bill to allow homeless people to camp in any public spaces vowed to keep trying during a small rally outside the Oregon Capitol on Thursday. Rep. Farrah Chaichi, D-Beaverton, and her legislative assistant were among 14…
Mount Union Stories: Albert G. Payne (1881-1917)
In this week’s Mount Union Stories, read the historical obituary and some supplemental information on 33-year-old Albert G. Payne, a farmer who died in 1917.
Gomberg to host town hall meeting in Philomath
Rep. David Gomberg (D-Otis) plans to host a town hall meeting at 1 p.m. Saturday at Philomath City Hall, the House District 10 representative announced. This will be the representative’s second town hall-style event in Philomath this year. Gomberg participated…
OSU’s 154th Commencement: Celebrating with colleges and cultural centers
As the end of the academic school year approaches, Oregon State University is preparing for their 154th commencement ceremony. The university’s all college graduation ceremony will be held on June 17 at Reser Stadium; gates for guests will open at…
Most and least educated states in America
Each year, around 50 million young Americans attend public elementary and secondary schools, according to the National Center for Education Statistics, making the country’s educational system one of the farthest-reaching and most impactful government services. And while the debate over…
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will decide whether endangered Oregon beetle needs federal protection
In 2020, a nonprofit environmental group focused on biodiversity petitioned federal authorities to protect a bug-eyed beetle that used to thrive on West Coast beaches but now only exists in certain sites, mainly in Oregon. In 2021, officials at the…
Public safety bills, budgets await action amid Republican Senate walkout
Oregon lawmakers have worked to advance bills that would help people fight opioid overdoses, provide more public defenders to impoverished criminal defendants who cannot afford an attorney and give more compensation and help to crime victims. Now those proposals –…
Samaritan to recognize cancer survivors, loved ones at June 4 events
The Samaritan Cancer Program plans to host a National Cancer Survivors Day celebration to honor cancer survivors and their loved ones from 1-3 p.m. Sunday, June 4, Samaritan Health Services announced. Two events will be held — one in Corvallis…
U.S. House members to participate in farm bill listening session at LBCC
Linn-Benton Community College will host a farm bill listening session at 10:30 a.m. Friday, June 2, the Albany-based school announced. Five members of the U.S. House of Representatives will be on hand to solicit feedback from the local agricultural community…
Students raise money for Philomath Community Services
Art club students made the bowls, culinary arts students made the soup and Philomath Community Services ended up with a $245 check to help those in need. On Tuesday morning with the high school’s student body assembled in the auditorium…
City survey reviews proposed climate-friendly areas
The city of Philomath wants to hear from community members through an online survey to help identify mixed-use climate-friendly areas, a requirement put into motion through adopted climate goals from the state. The city in partnership with the Oregon Cascades…
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