VOLUME 6, NUMBER 101
Wednesday, May 21, 2025
Editor’s Choice
Klipfel, McMullen leading for seats on Philomath School Board
It appears that a board member who previously served for 10 years will be back at the table and a local farmer and business owner is winning by a large margin in a three-candidate race
A familiar face and a newcomer won the two contested seats on the Philomath School Board, according to unofficial results from Tuesday’s special district election. Based on numbers that were originally released by the Benton County Records and Elections Department at 8 p.m. and updated after 10 p.m., Tom Klipfel appears to be in position […]
News
City moves forward with Façade Improvement Grant Program
The Philomath City Council recently gave the city manager its approval to move forward with the city’s Commercial Building Façade Improvement Grant Program. A pilot […]
Volunteers to place flags at gravesites of veterans at Mount Union Cemetery
The Mount Union Cemetery Association invites the community to participate in the placing of American flags at the grave sites of veterans beginning at 9 […]
Mount Union Stories: Dollie Stovall (1859-1929)
In this week’s Mount Union Stories, read about Dollie Stovall, who was born in Mississippi, got married in Texas and came to Oregon around 1889.
Benton County seeks to fill seats on boards, committees
Benton County is on the lookout for qualified individuals to serve on various advisory boards and committees. The following advisory boards and committees have vacancies: […]
Oregon bill, headed to governor, sets homeownership goals by 2030
Saying homeownership is crucial to building wealth and stability, Oregon lawmakers want more than 30,000 more Oregonians to own homes by 2030. The Oregon Senate […]
Philomath in Photos
In Case You Missed It
An evening to celebrate some of the best in Philomath’s athletics history
Twenty-five years ago, Philomath High’s girls basketball team beat then-rival Marist Catholic, 35-31, to win the Class 3A state championship. Coached by Terry Thomas, it […]
Philomath to enter 4A baseball playoffs as No. 6 seed
In a game that meant very little to Philomath in the win-loss column while serving as an opportunity to recognize the team’s six seniors, the […]
Toledo man dies in Highway 20 head-on collision
A two-vehicle crash on Highway 20 Thursday afternoon near Eddyville claimed the life of a Toledo man, Oregon State Police reported. Troopers responded to the […]
Philomath Police Log: Vehicle break-ins, found bicycles, DUIIs highlight recent incidents
A rundown of recent responses from the Philomath Police Department included a number of bicycles that have been found and vehicle break-ins.
Fire and Rescue Calls: Railroad tie on fire, hazmat incident among recent responses
A rundown of recent Philomath Fire & Rescue fire and medical calls include a couple of small fires and a hazardous materials incident.
PHS boys volleyball team preparing for 4A tournament
The Philomath High School boys volleyball team ended its regular season Saturday with tournament victories over Molalla and Junction City and will now prepare for […]
School bands kick off Music in the Park series Thursday evening
Music in the Park will launch its 2025 summer concert series at 6 p.m. Thursday at Philomath City Park with a performance by the local […]
BCSO continues investigation into May 17 shooting
Law enforcement continues to search for a woman who allegedly shot a man in the back Saturday south of Corvallis, the Benton County Sheriff’s Office […]
Community Calendar
(A rundown of events in or near Philomath over the next few days; click on links below to see a listing’s full details)
Wednesday, May 21
• City of Philomath Budget Committee Meeting, 5:30 p.m.
• Glory Days: Fab + Collab Work Party at Maxtivity, 5:30 p.m.
Thursday, May 22
• Yoga at Dance With Me Studio, 9 a.m.
• Music in the Park Series, 6 p.m.
Friday, May 23
• PHS track and field at Oregon West Conference Championships, 3 p.m.
• PHS baseball vs. South Umpqua, 4 p.m.