VOLUME 4, NUMBER 34
Good Afternoon. It’s Sunday, February 12, 2023
Warriors senior leaving his mark on swimming program
Carrson Hirte breaks own 100 backstroke record at Saturday’s district meet; PHS boys finish 3rd in team standings
ALBANY — Glancing up at the electronic scoreboard after finishing the 100-yard backstroke on Saturday, Philomath High’s Carrson Hirte reacted to his time by slapping the water hard. But the Warriors senior was not angry. It was a moment of excitement after discovering that he had bettered his own school record in the 100-yard backstroke […]
Inside Philomath: City volunteer Rose Bricker
Local resident’s wide range of interests include parks and inclusivity committees, youth development, dog park and establishing a Philomath Pride event
Philomath resident Rose Bricker has become a familiar face and voice around the community through her involvement with city committees and various activities. A 37-year-old state employee with the Department of Human Services, Bricker’s city-level volunteer involvement includes the Park Advisory Board and Inclusivity Committee. Going on six years as a Philomath resident, she’s originally […]
Three Things: Shot clinics at schools, geographic names and Benton County fatalities
In another sign that we’re finally coming out of this pandemic, those vaccination clinics at schools and the fairgrounds have ended
Through these many months of living with COVID-19, the Philomath School District provided space to the Benton County Health Department to bring walk-in vaccination events to the public. Those first few took place at Philomath High School before they were moved over to Clemens Primary School. In another sign that we’re finally coming out of […]
Philomath girls 3rd at district swim meet
ALBANY — Now the waiting begins. Philomath High’s girls swim team placed in several events at Saturday’s Special District 4 meet at Albany Community Pool […]
Gallery: PHS boys swimming at Special District 4 Championships (Feb. 11, 2023)
A collection of photos of Philomath High’s boys swim team at the Special District 4 Championships on Saturday.
Gallery: PHS girls swimming at Special District 4 Championships (Feb. 11, 2023)
A collection of photos of Philomath High’s girls swim team at the Special District 4 Championships on Saturday.
Highway 99W crash takes life of 18-year-old
An 18-year-old man lost his life on Friday evening on Highway 99W after a vehicle traveling in the opposite direction collided with his vehicle nearly […]
Insider chosen to lead Oregon Department of Environmental Quality
Leah Feldon’s stint filing in as director of the Oregon Department of Environmental Quality was made permanent Friday. The state’s Environmental Quality Commission voted unanimously […]
Best county to live in for every state
What makes the best county in each state? Often it involves a good mix of opportunities for fun outdoor activities and cultural attractions. Throw in […]
Philomath in Photos

In Case You Missed It …
Decked out for the holidays — and not just Christmas
Even on the cloudiest winter days, Sherry DeWall’s modest Philomath home on North 19th Street shines bright with decorations for the holidays. Leading up to […]
Seniors wrestle one last time on home mat in win over Central
Wrestling in the home gymnasium under the spotlight in a single-mat dual, Philomath High School’s 63-17 victory over Central featured nine pins, two technical falls […]
City Council to continue public hearing on rezoning at Monday’s meeting
A public hearing on a rezoning application for property on the corner of Chapel Drive and South 19th Street will resume on Monday, Feb. 13, […]
Community Calendar
• Monday, Feb. 13: Philomath TOPS meeting, 9 a.m.
• Monday, Feb. 13: Philomath Fire & Rescue Board of Directors Meeting, 3 p.m.
• Monday, Feb. 13: Philomath City Council Executive Session, 5:30 p.m.
• Monday, Feb. 13: PHS boys basketball at Sweet Home, 5:30 p.m.
• Monday, Feb. 13: Philomath City Council Meeting, 7 p.m.
• Monday, Feb. 13: PHS girls basketball at Sweet Home, 7 p.m.
• Tuesday, Feb. 14: Philomath Rotary Club Meeting, noon
• Tuesday, Feb. 14: Philomath Police Committee Meeting, 4 p.m.
• Tuesday, Feb. 14: Philomath Community Meal, 6 p.m.
• Wednesday, Feb. 15: Quilts from Caring Hands, 9-11:30 a.m.
• Wednesday, Feb. 15: Storytime at Philomath Community Library, 10:30 a.m.
• Wednesday, Feb. 15: Brown Bag Book Club, noon
• Wednesday, Feb. 15: Dementia Warriors Support Group Meeting, 2:30-4 p.m.
• Wednesday, Feb. 15: Philomath Area Chamber of Commerce’s Samaritan Awards, 6:30 p.m.












