VOLUME 6, NUMBER 144
Saturday, July 19, 2025
Editor’s note: In an effort to improve scheduling issues and staff efficiency, the newsletter will switch to morning distribution beginning Tuesday. Email subscribers should receive the newsletter on most mornings at around 9 a.m. — Brad Fuqua
Editor’s Choice
Three Things: Chainsaw carving, fireworks ban and ‘Philomath moment’
Artist at Frolic creates wooden chainsaw with the real thing; City Council reacts to request to get rid of personal fireworks in town; and mayor shares an experience at a recent farmers’ market
The roar of the chainsaw drew curious onlookers at last week’s Philomath Frolic and Rodeo as Joey Wallace worked his artistic magic on a piece of wood. His final carving turned out to be something uniquely meta — a wooden chainsaw carved with an actual chainsaw. “The irony is thick and I’m looking forward to […]
News
Philomath to add bike lanes in stretch that includes elementary and high school
A city project to add striped bike lanes on Applegate Street between South 15th to South 21st has come in under budget and ahead of […]
Local Government: Public hearing on city’s island annexations among coming week’s meetings
The city of Philomath will be busy with meetings early next week with the Planning Commission getting together Monday and both the Inclusivity Committee and […]
OSP Log: Motorcyclist killed near Dallas in collision with log truck
A rundown of recent highway fatalities from around the state as reported by Oregon State Police.
Oregon AG Rayfield not involved in hiring firms who donated to his campaign, Justice Department says
Oregon Attorney General Dan Rayfield on Thursday said he had no role in the Department of Justice hiring two out-of-state law firms with ties to […]
Top reasons cars experience break downs and how to prevent them
A car breakdown rarely happens at a convenient time. Whether you are rushing to work, stuck on the side of the highway, or picking up […]
Philomath in Photos
In Case You Missed It
Philomath’s expanded rodeo draws big crowds, reveals new challenges
The Philomath Frolic and Rodeo’s three-night performance in an expanded and upgraded arena appeared to provide a positive experience for most of those involved. Fans […]
City Council OKs revised inclusivity proclamation after religious reference debate
A Philomath city councilor’s recommendation to add a reference to God in the city’s inclusivity proclamation was revisited during the council’s July 14 meeting after […]
Free Saturday ice cream social offers sweet introduction to local grange
Marys River Grange No. 685 will host a free ice cream social and open house from 3-5 p.m. Saturday, the organization announced. The community event […]
City’s planning services strained as Philomath associate planner resigns
The city of Philomath is evaluating its options for city planning services after receiving a notice of resignation Monday from associate planner Michael Bidwell. City […]
Community Calendar
Saturday, July 19
• Marys River Grange Open House and Ice Cream Social, 3-5 p.m.
• Sip & Stroll, 3-7 p.m.
• Piano in the Vineyard at Lumos Wine Co., 6 p.m.
Sunday, July 20
• Philomath Farmers’ Market, 11 a.m.
Monday, July 21
• Philomath TOPS Meeting, 9 a.m.
• Bodyweight Strength Training at Dance With Me Studio, 9 a.m.
• Dementia Warriors Coffee Connections, 10 a.m.
• Philomath Planning Commission, 6 p.m.
• Country Dance at Marys River Grange, 7 p.m.
Tuesday, July 22
• 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.
• Philomath City Council Special Meeting, 7 p.m.