VOLUME 6, NUMBER 162
Sunday, August 10, 2025
Good morning, Philomath.
Here’s a look back at the top stories of this past week. Philomath teen Jessica McLennan earned the 2026 Benton County Fair and Rodeo queen title. Philomath Police hosted National Night Out. A new group with Philomath seniors in mind has been organized. A Warrior Watch sports column leads off with cross-country. U.S. Sen. Ron Wyden will bring his Benton County town hall back to Philomath. Marys River Grange wants you to clean out the garage and bring items to be sold at their Amazing Grange Day sale. And we have the story of a new exhibit at Philomath Museum. And don’t forget that today’s farmers’ market was canceled because of the heat. — Brad Fuqua, Publisher/Editor
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Philomath teen earns 2026 Benton County Fair and Rodeo queen title
Jessica McLennan and Willow have been inseparable partners since both were 9 years old
Jessica and Willow have grown up together — nearly the same age, both passionate about rodeos and learning from one another. Last weekend, they entered the royal spotlight together. Jessica McLennan, who will be a senior this coming academic year at Philomath High School, earned the title of 2026 Benton County Fair and Rodeo queen. […]
National Night Out breaks down barriers between police and community
Annual event in Philomath serves a purpose that extends far beyond free stickers and friendly conversations
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 by to get a look at his K-9 partner, Manny. Some initially hesitate, especially young children, but that quickly melts into excitement. For Gevatosky, a 17-year BCSO veteran, moments like […]
New senior gathering aims to connect the Philomath area’s older residents
Started by two retired teachers out of a city committee, the monthly meetings tackle a variety of topics that are important to seniors
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. Diane Crocker, who will turn 66 next week, and Jane Sherwood, 72, both sit on the city-sponsored committee. “We looked at each other and we said, ‘you know, there’s almost […]
Warrior Watch: Cross-country, Gerding’s honor and scouting Babcock
Philomath High coach Joe Fulton is getting his athletes pumped up for the coming season; former baseball standout earns academic recognition at EOU; and Prep Baseball Oregon takes a look at Warriors senior-to-be
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 girls are coming off another state championship while the boys are primed to move up from last year’s sixth-place finish. Coach Joe Fulton said that the girls in many ways […]
Wyden to hold town hall in Philomath Aug. 20
Event to take place at local high school as part of the senator’s annual visits to each county in Oregon
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 for 4 p.m. in the Philomath High School auditorium. For security reasons, backpacks and large bags will not be permitted. “I’m looking forward to these town halls in communities large […]