After Oregonians reject gas tax, governor’s transportation workgroup fixates on messaging, not math
In their first meeting since Oregon voters rejected a gas and payroll tax increase to pay for roads and transit services, Gov. Tina Kotek’s transportation workgroup seemed less focused on finding new funding mechanisms for the state’s beleaguered transportation agency than the agency’s perceived marketing failures. The 12 member workgroup…
Retirement calculator: How much do you really need to retire?
When you think of your bucket list, what does it include? International adventures? Courtside tickets to watch your favorite team? No matter your dreams, one essential item probably sits at the top of your list:…
Oregon petition to ban hunting and fishing moves closer to November ballot
Last week, petitioners hoping to ban fishing and hunting in Oregon reached a milestone in their attempt to change state law. Initiative Petition 28, led by Portland-based animal rights activists, aims to expand animal cruelty…
Philomath Rotary meeting Tuesday to cover peace poles, parade, veterans park project
The Philomath Rotary Club invites community members to its next meeting at noon Tuesday, June 2, at Peace Lutheran Church. The club’s meeting agenda includes updates on upcoming community service initiatives. Leadership anticipates providing information on Rotary peace pole installations…
Park Advisory Board to discuss Music in the Park, exercise equipment ribbon-cutting
The Philomath Park Advisory Board plans to meet Tuesday for an agenda that includes Music in the Park planning and determining a date for a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new exercise equipment at Philomath City Park. The meeting is scheduled…
Philomath Police Log: Crashes, DUII arrests, missing meds
The Philomath Police Department log for May 22-28 includes two DUI arrests, criminal mischief, a possible burglary and a trespassing incident.
Fire and Rescue Calls: Three fires, scooter crash among recent calls
Philomath Fire and Rescue’s weekly call log includes a porch fire at a manufactured home, a one-acre wildland fire, a structure fire in Alsea and an electric scooter crash.
Philomath 2050 visioning project seeks community input
The Philomath 2050 long-range visioning project is accepting public input as organizers say the engagement process is approaching its midpoint. The project, designed to develop a 25-year roadmap for the city’s future, has included stakeholder interviews, an online survey and…
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…
Oregon Supreme Court to hear case that could reshape attorneys fees in public records suits
The Oregon Supreme Court has agreed to hear a case that could set precedent over the type and amount of monetary relief Oregonians who successfully sue public agencies for records could win. The state’s highest court last week agreed to…
Free fishing days returning to Oregon next weekend
Oregon residents and out-of-state visitors can enjoy free fishing days across the state’s waterways June 6 and 7. The Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife is offering free fishing days so anyone can fish, clam or crab without a license…
Most affordable states to buy a house in 2026
The cost of buying a home varies significantly across states. The most holistically affordable option isn’t always the place with the cheapest home price tags. The most affordable states to own a home are the ones where your dollar goes…
Election update: Philomath psilocybin ban falls behind for first time in latest ballot count
A proposed permanent ban on psilocybin-related businesses in Philomath fell behind for the first time in updated May 19 primary returns, with opponents now holding a narrow 15-vote edge as ballot counting continues. Measure 2-147, which would prohibit psilocybin-related businesses…
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 May 29. Oregon by the numbers- Gas current price: $5.26- Week change: -$0.08 (-1.5%)- Year change: +$1.24 (+30.7%)- Historical expensive gas price: $5.55…
With ‘Kinder Grads’ and $100, Oregon treasurer hopes to double number of college savings accounts
The 18 graduates of Ms. Womack’s kindergarten class at Beaverton’s Vose Elementary are preparing to become firefighters, soccer players, astronauts and doctors, they said. Going on to college before all that, however, drew some shock and disbelief. “Kindergarten has been…
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