VOLUME 6, NUMBER 159
Thursday, August 7, 2025
Good morning, Philomath.
The work that Diane Crocker and Jane Sherwood have done to establish a resource group for seniors is commendable and we have a story. Marys River Grange is getting ready for its annual rummage sale event and is hoping folks will donate items. Plus, we have the latest BCSO Log.
Included in our partner content today is a guest viewpoint from Robert Kentta of the Siletz tribe. One of the stories that I published on launch day of Philomath News in November 2020 was about Kentta and his history-filled visit to Philomath. — Brad Fuqua, Publisher/Editor
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New senior gathering aims to connect the Philomath area’s older residents
The idea sparked several months ago during a Philomath Inclusivity Committee meeting when the group took on a discussion about marginalized groups in the community. […]
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BCSO Log: Felony arrest, stolen car and more in rundown of recent calls
Editor’s note: This report is based on information submitted by the Benton County Sheriff’s Office. All calls for service may not be included. The status […]
Marys River Grange seeks donations of rummage sale items for annual fundraiser
Marys River Grange volunteers are gearing up for their annual Amazing Grange Day fundraiser, scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 16 from 9 a.m.-2 p.m., and they’re […]
Guest viewpoint: Veto pen could upend years of collaboration at Willamette Falls
The recent narrative about the Willamette Falls Trust and a $45 million state grant paints a picture of tribal tensions and controversy. But that narrative […]
Oregon governor signs series of laws to strengthen behavioral health system
Kate Gekeler, a La Grande resident and mother of two, graduated this spring from the inaugural class of Eastern Oregon University’s Clinical Mental Health Counseling […]
Oregon’s US Rep. Cliff Bentz outspent every House member on Trump inauguration weekend
President Donald Trump’s January inauguration became a pared-down affair due to freezing weather, but that didn’t stop the office of Oregon’s lone Republican congressman from […]
Where Americans are moving to in 2025, and why that can make reconnecting harder
Americans aren’t moving residences quite as often as they used to, but an estimated 40 million did so in 2023. Of those 40 million, nearly […]
Philomath in Photos
In Case You Missed It
National Night Out breaks down barriers between police and community
Situated in front of a Benton County Sheriff’s Office vehicle at Philomath City Park, Deputy Aaron Gevatosky sees a consistent stream of community members stopping […]
Warrior Watch: Cross-country, Gerding’s honor and scouting Babcock
Philomath High’s fall sports programs are gearing up for the coming season and the cross-country teams expect to be in the trophy hunt again. The […]
Mount Union Stories: Clarence Chapman (1898-1926)
In this week’s Mount Union Stories, read about Clarence Chapman, a 27-year-old man who died of leukemia in February 1926.
Matsutake mushroom permits available for Central Coast harvesting
The Central Coast Ranger District of the Siuslaw National Forest is accepting applications for commercial matsutake mushroom collection permits with the deadline for submissions approaching […]
Community Calendar
Thursday, August 7
• Yoga at Dance With Me Studio, 9 a.m.
• Philomath Community Services: Celebrating 50 Years of Service, 5-8 p.m.
Friday, August 8
• Cooper Hollow Sextet at Cardwell Hill Cellars, 6 p.m.
• Bingo at the Grange, 6 p.m.
• Nerf Night at Philomath Community Library, 6:30 p.m.
Saturday, August 9
• Non-Profit Rummage Sale at Philomath Scout Lodge, 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
• Mount Union Cemetery Work Party, 9 a.m.
• Winterize Your Apiary Class at Shonnard’s, 10 a.m.
• Plaehn & Hino Blues Band at Lumos Wine, 2 p.m.
• Philomath Community Library’s Pool Party at Clemens Community Pool, 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. (two sessions)
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