VOLUME 6, NUMBER 104
Saturday, May 24, 2025
Editor’s Choice
Three Things: Maxtivity’s new director, city’s updated website and Vinwood to be featured
Sarah Lench takes the reins at local nonprofit; Philomath launches new online home; and restaurant-taphouse will have a film crew on site
In a special event last week at Maxtivity Arts and Crafts Creative Space in Philomath, several folks turned out for a meet-and-greet with Sarah Lench, the organization’s recently-installed executive director. Lench, who has been in the job since April 1, said that coming in, she has been talking to a lot of people from families […]
News
OSP Log: Eight fatal crashes over 6-day stretch reported
Editor’s note: This report is based on information submitted by the Oregon State Police. All crashes with fatalities may not be included. The status of […]
Love of Learning: Before they were soldiers, they were Warriors
The Vietnam War ended in 1975 — 50 years ago. United States involvement in Vietnam stretched for 20 years between 1955 and 1975. During that […]
Government meetings: Inclusivity Committee to gather Tuesday; county plans several budget-related public hearings
The month’s final week features just one meeting in Philomath with the city’s Inclusivity Meeting planning to convene on Tuesday evening. Benton County has various […]
New initiative aims to support Black students across Benton, Linn counties
A coalition of schools and community groups in Linn and Benton counties has launched a three-year program designed to boost academic achievement and cultural connection […]
Philomath teen headed to the U.S. Naval Academy
Philomath teen Lucille Reinhart accepted an appointment to the U.S. Naval Academy as a member of the Class of 2029. Reinhart, who is part of […]
Sports
PHS track and field teams leading districts through Day 1
The Philomath High girls and boys track and field teams are both leading through the first day of the Oregon West Conference Championships. Individually, four […]
Gallery: PHS track and field at Day 1 of OWC Championships (May 23, 2025)
A collection of Philomath High track and field photos from the first day of the Oregon West Conference Championships on Friday.
Beckstead advances to semifinals at state tennis
Philomath High senior Adele Beckstead reached the 4A/3A/2A/1A semifinals Friday at the girls tennis state championships at the Oregon State University Tennis Complex. Beckstead opened […]
Philomath’s softball season ends with play-in loss at Scappoose
Philomath High School’s bid to reach the 4A state playoffs this season fell one win short with a 14-1 play-in game loss Friday at Scappoose. […]
Strong pitching, late rally leads PHS to baseball win
Philomath High juniors Caleb Babcock and Wylie Griffith combined for a four-hit 8-0 shutout Friday in a postseason tuneup game against South Umpqua, a Class […]
In Case You Missed It
Philomath Farmers’ Market opens 22-week run on Sunday
Back in 2020 when the Philomath Farmers’ Market launched as a 10-week pilot program to see if the community would support such an endeavor, Janel […]
BCSO: Two women allegedly involved in shooting now in custody
The Benton County Sheriff’s Office announced Thursday that it has apprehended two suspects in connection with a shooting incident that occurred last weekend. Julia Dell […]
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)
Saturday, May 24
• PHS track and field at Oregon West Conference Championships, 11 a.m.
• Nomadic Pizza Food Truck at Lumos Wine Co., noon
• The Wallace Band at Lumos Wine Co., 2 p.m.
Sunday, May 25
• Philomath Farmers’ Market, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
• Nomadic Pizza Food Truck at Lumos Wine Co., noon
Monday, May 26
• Memorial Day Flag Raising at Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, 8 a.m.
• Wild Hog in the Woods at Lumos Wine Co., 2 p.m.
Tuesday, May 27
• Yoga at Dance With Me Studio, 9 a.m.
• Philomath Inclusivity Committee meeting, 5:30 p.m.
• Wren Book Club, 5:45 p.m.
• Yoga at the Grange, 6 p.m.
• Philomath Community Meal, 6 p.m.