VOLUME 6, NUMBER 126
Wednesday, June 25, 2025
Editor’s Choice
Philomath City Council adopts $35.2 million budget for 2025-26
The Philomath City Council unanimously adopted a $35.2 million budget for fiscal year 2025-26 on Monday evening. The budget, which takes effect July 1, allocates $27.47 million in direct appropriations across various city departments and services with the remainder designated for unappropriated fund balances and reserves. Police services received the largest allocation within the General […]
News
Financial coach offers free classes after mill closure inspired career change
A Philomath resident who experienced firsthand the financial stress of a mill closure is now helping others in her community navigate money challenges through a […]
New Benton County Crisis Center opens doors to community this weekend
The new Benton County Crisis Center will welcome the public for its first look this Saturday to offer a glimpse into what officials say represents […]
Mount Union Stories: Alfred C. Brigham (1851-1928)
In this week’s Mount Union Stories, read about a retired farmer, Alfred C. Brigham, a Michigan native and longtime Idaho farmer who died at age […]
Oregon lawmakers tuck $1 billion into late-session ‘Christmas tree’ spending bill
Oregon lawmakers on Tuesday approved $1 billion in an end-of-session budget bill, adding some last-minute cash for employee raises, natural disasters, parks and more. House […]
Measure expanding foster youth rights passes Oregon Senate again, overriding Kotek veto
Oregon senators rebuked Gov. Tina Kotek on Wednesday, voting overwhelmingly to override her veto of a bill that would strengthen and expand protections for Oregon’s […]
See the most extreme temperatures in Oregon history
On July 9, 2021, California’s Death Valley reached 130 degrees Fahrenheit, according to an automated measuring system there, representing one of the highest temperatures ever […]
Sports
Philomath hosting summer baseball tournament Friday through Sunday
Philomath High School’s summer team, Les and Bob’s, will host its annual tournament Friday through Sunday at Terry Stephenson Field. The home team will play […]
Philomath in Photos
In Case You Missed It
Lift assists top call list for Philomath Fire and Rescue
Philomath Fire and Rescue responds to many types of emergencies throughout the year, but their most frequent call isn’t fighting fires or rushing to car […]
Philomath Police Log: DUIIs, offensive littering among recent arrests
A rundown of recent responses from the Philomath Police Department included two DUII arrests and an offensive littering arrest for discarded pallets.
Fire and Rescue Calls: Recent incidents include garbage truck fire on Evergreen
A rundown of recent Philomath Fire & Rescue fire and medical calls included a garbage truck fire on Evergreen Drive.
Service Notice: Frank Twiss Babcock (1953-2025)
A gathering in memory of Frank Twiss Babcock, who died May 7, 2025, will take place at 1 p.m. June 28 at Tyee Wine Cellars. […]
Church group holding car wash fundraiser Saturday at Beaver Auto Sales
Beaver Auto Sales in Philomath will host a charity car wash from 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Saturday to benefit youth activities. The fundraiser, organized by the […]
Community Calendar
Wednesday, June 25
• Braver Angels Debate at Philomath Museum, 6 p.m.
Thursday, June 26
• Yoga at Dance With Me Studio, 9 a.m.
• World’s Largest Swimming Lesson at Clemens Community Pool, 10 a.m.-noon
• Jugglemania! at Philomath Community Library, 10:30 a.m.
• Terry Robb – American Roots and Blues at Lumos Wine Co., 6 p.m.