Volume 3, Number 88
Good Morning. It’s July 21, 2022
Tonight’s Music in the Park concert promises to be unique with Ancient Ways Tashinga Marimba. This is from the organization’s website: “The marimba is played all around the world. We study and play both contemporary and traditional music of the Shona people, who are one of the indigenous tribes of Zimbabwe, as well as original pieces in a Shona style.” And congrats to Jay Sexton for taking over as the Oregon State Grange president. Great guy, smart guy, I’m sure he’ll do very well.
Thanks for reading!
Brad Fuqua, publisher/editor
The Latest …
Three cars involved in Main Street crash Wednesday
No injuries reported; westbound lane had to be closed for 30 minutes for cleanup
A three-car crash that occurred early Wednesday afternoon resulted in no injuries, Philomath Fire & Rescue reported. Capt. Rich Saalsaa, public information officer, said Fire & Rescue was dispatched at 12:11 p.m. to the crash on Main Street just west of Landmark Drive. Saalsaa said a lot of fluid ended up on the ground from […]
Sexton takes over as Oregon State Grange president
Philomath resident previously served as vice president and has been involved with the Grange since 2010
Jay Sexton of Philomath was installed last month at the 149th annual Oregon State Grange Convention in Talent as the organization’s 30th president. Previous to his election, Sexton served as vice president for four years. Sexton’s Grange career started in 2010 when he and his wife, Toni Hoyman, joined the Marys River Grange. His first […]
Memorial Service: Norma Lee Chrastil (1933-2022)
Norma Lee Chrastil, 89, of Philomath, died June 9, 2022 at Timberview Care Center in Albany. A graveside service is planned for 11 a.m. Saturday, […]
Mount Union Stories: Elizabeth Gant (1846-1928)
Elizabeth Gant, who was born in Scotland and lived in Philomath for many years, died at age 82 in 1928.
Gun safety measure will appear on Oregon ballots in November
Oregonians will have the chance to decide in November whether the state should ban large ammunition magazines and require licenses for all gun owners, the […]
Oregon Rep. Kurt Schrader again bucks Democratic party to endorse Betsy Johnson for governor
Outgoing U.S. Rep. Kurt Schrader bucked the Democratic party again on Tuesday, announcing his endorsement of nonaffiliated gubernatorial candidate Betsy Johnson. Schrader, who was trounced […]
Where refugees in Oregon are arriving from
“Give me your tired, your poor / your huddled masses yearning to be free …” Such were the words of Emma Lazarus, written in 1883 […]
Philomath in Photos
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Animals, insects, birds, plants serve as theme for museum event
The Philomath Museum will come alive on Saturday with creepy critters and furry friends for the annual family day event, scheduled to run from 10 […]
COVID-19 pediatric drop-in vaccination clinic planned for Friday
The Benton County Health Department has organized a COVID-19 pediatric drop-in vaccination clinic to occur in Philomath on Friday, June 22. The clinic, which is […]
Community Calendar
• Thursday, July 21: Music in the Park with Ancient Ways Tashinga Marimba, 6-8 p.m.
• Saturday, July 23: Family Day at the Museum, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
• Saturday, July 23: Shipley Family Homestead Historical Marker Dedication, 11 a.m.
• Saturday, July 23: Sip & Stroll Philomath, 3-7 p.m.
• Sunday, June 5: Philomath Farmers’ Market, 11 a.m.3- p.m.
• Monday, July 25: Philomath City Council Meeting, 6 p.m.
• Tuesday, July 26: Sculpt and Create at Philomath Community Library, 10-11:30 a.m.
• Tuesday, July 26: Philomath Rotary Club Meeting, noon
• Tuesday, July 26: Philomath Inclusivity Committee Meeting, 5:30 p.m.