VOLUME 5, NUMBER 213
Thursday, October 24, 2024
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Pioneer Connect launches $33 million connectivity project in rural area
By the end of next year, perhaps the end of June for those in Kings Valley, folks in this project’s service area will have access to high-speed internet
KINGS VALLEY — In the evolving world of digital technology, internet connectivity has grown beyond cool streaming services and keeping up with family and friends through social media. Many of […]
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BCSO Log: Crashes on Fern Road, Kings Valley Road and Highway 20
A rundown of recent responses from the Benton County Sheriff’s Office.
The Philomath 5: Covered bridges closest to Philomath
There’s something rewarding about a visit to a covered bridge — the cool interior, often with a damp feel from water flowing below; the picturesque […]
Banking on Oregon Forests: Carbon markets could offer middle road in divide over forest management
When the Astoria City Council got the results of a forest inventory in the Bear Creek Watershed about a decade ago, councilors learned the city […]
Oregon DMV needs more accessible website, higher security, audit finds
The Oregon Driver and Motor Vehicle Services Division needs to do a better job translating its online web portal for people who don’t speak English […]
Discover 12 underrated national parks that are brimming with adventure
Beyond the well-trodden paths of Yellowstone and the Serengeti lies a number of lesser-known, yet equally majestic national parks. These are the underdogs of the […]
In Case You Missed It …
Public responds with excitement about Philomath proposed library expansion
On the way out of the library after visiting an expansion project open house event last week, a local resident called out in support of […]
Philomath completes impressive climb to top of league volleyball standings
Playing under a new head coach and losing its first seven matches of the season, Philomath High School’s volleyball season got off to a suspect […]
Gallery: PHS volleyball vs. North Marion (Oct. 22, 2024)
A collection of photos from Philomath High’s Senior Night volleyball appearance vs. North Marion on Tuesday.
Philomath pulls out 1-0 boys soccer win over Cascade
Only a freshman, Philomath High’s Sammy Hernandez has made his mark already this season not only on his own team but in the Oregon West […]
Warriors overcome slow start for girls soccer win over Cascade
The Philomath High School girls soccer team extended its unbeaten streak to nine straight Tuesday afternoon with a 4-1 victory at Cascade. The Warriors (8-2-2 […]
PHS students preparing to haunt visitors
Philomath High School’s Associated Student Body hopes to put a scare into visitors on the evening of Oct. 26 with its annual Haunted Halls fundraiser. […]
Philomath in Photos
Community Calendar
• Thursday, Oct. 24: PHS Girls Soccer vs. North Marion, 3:30 p.m.
• Thursday, Oct. 24: PHS Boys Soccer at North Marion, 6 p.m.
• Thursday, Oct. 24: PHS volleyball at Newport, 6:30 p.m.
• Friday, Oct. 25: American Red Cross Blood Drive, noon-5 p.m.
• Friday, Oct. 25: PHS Football at Junction City, 7 p.m.
• Friday, Oct. 25: Nerf Night at Philomath Community Library, 7 p.m.
• Saturday, Oct. 26: Go 4 Game Day Gold Cheer Fundraiser, 9 a.m.
• Saturday, Oct. 26: Philomath Open Studios Art Tour and Sale, noon-5 p.m.
• Saturday, Oct. 26: Haunted Halls at Philomath High, 7-9 p.m.
• Sunday, Oct. 27: Philomath Open Studios Art Tour and Sale, noon-5 p.m.