VOLUME 4, NUMBER 195
Thursday, September 7, 2023
Good afternoon. In the newsletter today: We don’t usually stray too far from Philomath when it comes to stories on organizations but the Corvallis Elks Lodge wants to extend more of its reach into our community, whether that involves new members or opportunities for local charities. Plus, they have the gun range out in Wren. We have that feature along news about a fatality on Highway 20 and a piece on efforts to restore federal forests.
Thanks for reading!
Brad Fuqua, publisher/editor
Top Stories
Corvallis Elks Lodge hoping to connect with Philomath
Service organization’s Tim Smith wants to see more members from the community and also mentioned possible benefit to local charities
WREN — Taking over as the exalted ruler of Corvallis Elks Lodge No. 1413 early this year, Tim Smith has hopes of seeing a stronger Philomath connection within the organization. […]
More News
Alaska man dies in Highway 20 head-on collision
A head-on collision Tuesday claimed the life of a 70-year-old man from Wrangell, Alaska, on Highway 20 about 2 miles west of Toledo, Oregon State […]
Teacher contract on agenda for Thursday’s School Board meeting
The Philomath School Board’s annual retreat work session this year will include a vote on approval of a proposed collective bargaining agreement with the local […]
OSU research: Efforts to restore federal forests in eastern Oregon working
Forest thinning is improving the robustness of older trees and enhancing native biodiversity on federal lands in eastern Oregon, evidence that collaborative efforts to restore […]
Benton County’s transportation service to see upgrade
Benton Area Transit, a local transportation provider operated by Benton County, announced plans for a major software upgrade. Officials said the current dispatching software, which […]
Third of Oregon counties now in a drought emergency
Twelve of 36 counties, covering half the land in Oregon, are in a state of emergency over drought, with local officials calling for help. Gov. […]
Oregon Right to Life sues state over birth control, abortion insurance mandate
A leading anti-abortion advocacy group is suing state insurance regulators in a case that could hobble a landmark Oregon law requiring insurance companies to cover […]
15% of youth in the US were treated for mental health disorders in 2021
The kids are not OK. A growing portion of today’s youth are reporting that they struggle with mental health disorders. It’s a trend exacerbated by […]
Philomath in Photos
In Case You Missed It …
Popular chili cook-off in Philomath arrives Sunday afternoon
An event that has evolved into a must activity each September for a lot of folks in Philomath and the surrounding communities, the latest edition […]
PHS girls strike early, often in soccer rout over Cottage Grove
For those who love girls soccer and want to watch Philomath High on the pitch this season, just make sure you’re not late. Just over […]
Gallery: PHS girls soccer vs. Cottage Grove (Sept. 5, 2023)
A collection of photos from the Philomath High School girls soccer team’s 8-0 win over Cottage Grove on Tuesday.
Philomath posts volleyball victories over Junction City, Gladstone
The Philomath High School volleyball team swept two opponents Tuesday during an appearance at Junction City High School. The Warriors defeated Gladstone, 25-13, 25-14 and […]
A long night for Philomath High boys soccer
When a team goes down to defeat on the road, it’s natural for all involved to just want to get out of town and head […]
Community Calendar
• Thursday, Sept. 7: Philomath School Board Meeting, 4:30 p.m.
• Thursday, Sept. 7: PHS volleyball vs. Salem Academy, 6 p.m.
• Friday, Sept. 8: Omelet Dinner at College United Methodist Church, 5-7 p.m.
• Friday, Sept. 8: PHS football vs. Newport, 7 p.m.
• Friday, Sept. 8: Country Dance at Marys River Grange Hall, 7-10 p.m.
• Saturday, Sept. 9: Community Day of Service at Mount Union Cemetery, 8 a.m.-noon
• Saturday, Sept. 9: Mount Union Cemetery Work Party, 9 a.m.-noon
• Saturday, Sept. 9: PHS cross-country at Stayton XC Invitational, 11 a.m.
• Sunday, Sept. 10: Philomath Farmers’ Market, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
• Sunday, Sept. 10: Public Safety Chili Cook-Off, 2-6 p.m.