VOLUME 5, NUMBER 111
Friday, May 31, 2024
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Good afternoon. In the newsletter today: The Philomath Youth Activities Club honored Ralph Hull and Denny Bennett for their contributions to youth sports during a dedication ceremony at the new fields in Skirvin Park. Also, we have a report from Philomath Fire and Rescue on an apartment fire that was contained to a stovetop, the latest in the Mount Union Stories series and information on those who may want to file for mayor or a city council seat. Plus, we have an Oregon Capital Chronicle story that’s difficult to read concerning a young man’s death at Oregon State Hospital and an interesting piece by Stacker about which fast food chains have hiked their prices the most.
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Brad Fuqua, publisher/editor
Top Stories
Philomath’s 2 newest ballfields formally dedicated
Located in Skirvin Park adjacent to the rodeo grounds, the fields were named in recognition of the late Ralph Hull and longtime volunteer Denny Bennett
While youngsters in uniform warmed up to play baseball games on Philomath’s two newest ballfields Wednesday evening at Skirvin Park, the Philomath Youth Activities Club led a small crowd that […]
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Gallery: PYAC’s Frolic Fields Dedication (May 29, 2024)
A collection of photos from a Philomath Youth Activities Club dedication ceremony at two new ballfields on Wednesday.
Fire contained to apartment’s stovetop, hood
A neighbor’s quick actions played a key role Thursday morning in the containment of an apartment fire to a stovetop and hood, Philomath Fire and […]
Filing period for Philomath mayor, 3 councilor seats opens next week
Local citizens interested in serving the city as mayor or city councilor can throw their names in the hat beginning June 5 to appear on […]
Mount Union Stories: Anna Jane Norton (1879-1928)
In this week’s Mount Union Stories, read about Annie Norton, the daughter of Benton County pioneers who died at age 49 in 1928 after a […]
A young man’s death exposes holes in Oregon’s mental health system
On March 1, Skye Baskin was in a crisis along a highway in Douglas County, wandering in and out of traffic. The 27-year-old from Portland […]
Oregon lawmakers will seek community feedback as they plan a transportation package
Oregon lawmakers are mapping out a transportation package for the 2025 legislative session to address the state’s long-term needs, from sustainable funding to new projects […]
Fast food inflation: Which chains are hiking their prices the most?
It’s no secret that things just keep getting more expensive. From home prices to personal goods, the cost of living in the U.S. has increased […]
Philomath in Photos
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Philomath could be getting up to $1.9 million in name of affordable housing
Philomath could be on the receiving end of up to $1.9 million in federal funding to be used toward infrastructure-related needs in future phases of […]
Things To Do This Weekend in Philomath: May 31-June 2, 2024
Take the kids out to Clemens Field at Philomath High on Friday evening for a bouncing good time, follow up with a visit on Saturday […]
BCSO Log: Memorial Day weekend enforcement nets 5 DUIIs plus high-speed citations in Blodgett vicinity
A rundown of recent responses from the Benton County Sheriff’s Office plus results of Memorial Day weekend enforcement.
Obituary: Patricia Ladell Ayers (1930-2024)
In loving memory of Patricia Ayers. She passed peacefully the morning of May 12, 2024 at the age of 93. Pat was born in DeWitt […]
Death Notice: Linda Laine Lee (1949-2024)
Linda Laine Lee, 75, of Philomath, died Monday, May 27, 2024. McHenry Funeral Home is handling arrangements. Share thoughts and memories on the Tribute Wall […]
From the Past: Veterans reunion in 1899, graduation in 1924, Wren school in 1949
150 years ago1874 Church conference: The U.B. Conference, Bishop Edwards presiding, closed its session, at Philomath, last Tuesday. We have not been furnished with proceedings […]
Community Calendar
• Friday, May 31: PYAC Community Kids Carnival, 5:30-8:30 p.m.
• Friday, May 31: Maxtivity Arts and Crafts Creative Space: Graphic Activism, 7 p.m.
• Saturday, June 1: Non-Profit Garage Sale at Philomath Scout Lodge, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Sunday, June 2: Philomath Farmers’ Market, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
• Monday, June 3: Philomath TOPS meeting, 9 a.m.
• Monday, June 3: Moonlight Country Mixer at Marys River Grange Hall, 7-10:30 p.m.