VOLUME 6, NUMBER 161
Saturday, August 9, 2025
Good morning, Philomath.
A Philomath golfer, a local organization’s fight for food and a winery’s anniversary were my topics for this week’s Three Things column. For those who enjoy the farmers’ market, take note that this weekend’s event was canceled because of the high heat coming our way. Plus, the latest OSP Log and a roundup of next week’s public meetings have been published. Have a great weekend. — Brad Fuqua, Publisher/Editor
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Three Things: Philomath golfer, PCS needs and winery’s story
Three Things: Selanée Henderson Pendleton is a former collegiate golf standout who lives in Philomath; the Philomath Community Services operation is going through challenging times; […]
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Organizers cancel Aug. 10 Philomath Farmers’ Market due to excessive heat
The Philomath Farmers’ Market scheduled for Sunday, Aug. 10 has been canceled due to excessive heat, organizers announced. The market, now in its sixth year, […]
National Weather Service upgrades heat watch to heat warning
The National Weather Service replaced its previously issued extreme heat watch with an extreme heat warning in many parts of Oregon, including Philomath and Benton […]
OSP Log: Two bicyclists and a pedestrian lose their lives on state’s roadways
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 […]
City Council, Fire and Rescue, School Board all have meetings scheduled next week
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Benton County program exceeds goal, helps 122 people transition from homelessness
A collaborative housing initiative in Benton County has successfully moved 54 households from homelessness into stable housing over the past year. The effort surpassed the […]
Mysterious ballot measure to privatize liquor sales crosses another threshold
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Oregon ethics commission pursues legislative action, further revision on meetings policy
Leaders of Oregon’s Government Ethics Commission agreed Friday that there isn’t enough clarity surrounding their recently-acquired power to ensure public officials only make governing decisions […]
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Wyden to hold town hall in Philomath Aug. 20
U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden (D-Ore.) will visit Philomath on Aug. 20 as part of his annual statewide town hall tour. The public meeting is scheduled […]
Community Calendar
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)
Sunday, August 10 • Philomath Farmers’ Market, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. (CANCELED)
Monday, August 11
• Summer Camp: History Mystery at Philomath Museum, 9 a.m.
• 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 City Council Work Session, 5:30 p.m.
• Country Dance at Marys River Grange, 7-10:30 p.m.
• Philomath City Council Meeting, 7 p.m.
Tuesday, August 12
• Board of Commissioners Goal Setting Work Session, 9 a.m.
• Summer Camp: History Mystery at Philomath Museum, 9 a.m.
• Yoga at Dance With Me Studio, 9 a.m.
• Senior Resource Meeting, 10 a.m.
• Yoga at the Grange, 6 p.m.
• Philomath Community Meal, 6 p.m.
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