VOLUME 6, NUMBER 137
Thursday, July 10, 2025
Editor’s Choice
Philomath Frolic and Rodeo celebrates major arena upgrades
Beyond new grandstands and restrooms, the project included several other improvements, including the network of stock pens, lead-ups and exit alleys
When fans enter the Philomath Frolic and Rodeo arena this week on one of the three rodeo nights, plenty of visuals will catch their attention — the grandstands addition on the west side, the rebuilt announcer’s stand and rodeo office, and just outside of the structure, attractive-looking restrooms with a wood carving of a cowgirl […]
News
Gallery: Philomath Frolic and Rodeo Arena Ribbon-Cutting (July 8, 2025)
A collection of images from a Philomath Frolic and Rodeo arena project ribbon-cutting event on Tuesday.
Philomath School Board reorganizes with 2 new members
The Philomath School Board welcomed new leadership Monday evening as members reorganized following the May election with Erin Gudge unanimously elected as board chair and […]
BCSO Log: Two vehicle-deer collisions, stolen pickup among recent calls
A rundown of recent responses from the Benton County Sheriff’s Office included two deer vs. vehicle collisions, the recovery of a stolen pickup and a […]
Obituary: Wendy Rae Wyatt (1952-2025)
Wendy Rae Wyatt, age 73, of Philomath, passed away peacefully at home on Sunday, June 22, 2025, with her family by her side. Born April […]
Historian to give presentation at July 15 Rotary Club meeting
The Philomath Rotary Club will explore the extraordinary leadership lessons of polar explorer Sir Ernest Shackleton at its upcoming meeting at noon Tuesday, July 15. […]
Merkley will run for re-election
U.S. Sen. Jeff Merkley (D-Ore.) told the Oregon Journalism Project in an interview Thursday morning that he will run for a fourth term next year. […]
Republican tax and spending cut megabill expected to take billions from Oregon Health Plan
The Oregon Health Authority expects that up to 200,000 Oregonians could lose their health insurance coverage through Medicaid in the next decade due to new […]
Movies and TV shows casting in Oregon
The glitz and glam of Hollywood captures the attention of Americans starting from an early age. Beyond celebrities’ Instagram Stories and red carpet poses, there […]
Philomath in Photos
In Case You Missed It
Vintage vehicles to take over Philomath City Park on Saturday
Vintage vehicle enthusiasts from across Oregon and the Pacific Northwest will gather Saturday for the annual Philomath Classic Car Show, an opportunity to swap stories, […]
Philomath firefighters head to Rogue Valley
A Philomath Fire and Rescue crew was among those headed to the Rogue Valley Tuesday as part of an operation to support firefighting efforts in […]
Mount Union Stories: Leeman W. Hill (1859-1913)
In this week’s Mount Union Stories, read about Leeman W. Hill, a 53-year-old Philomath resident who worked in a family business as a merchant and […]
Four-county economic development plan’s public comment period opens this week
A comprehensive five-year economic development strategy for Benton County and three other counties in the region will be available for public review and comment beginning […]
Community Calendar
Thursday, July 10
• Philomath Frolic and Rodeo Cornhole Tournament, 5 p.m.
• Philomath Frolic Fish Rodeo, 5:30 p.m.
• Philomath Frolic and Rodeo’s NPRA Rodeo, 7 p.m.
• Philomath Frolic and Rodeo Dance, 9:30 p.m.
Friday, July 11
• Philomath Frolic and Rodeo – Chalk Roundup, 9 a.m.
• Philomath Frolic and Rodeo Slack Performance, 11 a.m.
• Mary Peak Search and Rescue Barbecue Chicken Lunch, 11 a.m.
• Philomath Frolic and Rodeo Cornhole Tournament, 5 p.m.
• Summer Concert Series with Robert Meade at Cardwell Hill Cellars, 6 p.m.
• Bingo at the Grange, 6 p.m.
• Philomath Frolic and Rodeo’s NPRA Rodeo, 7 p.m.
• Philomath Frolic and Rodeo Fireworks Extravaganza, 9:30 p.m. (approx.)
• Philomath Frolic and Rodeo Dance, 9:30 p.m.