VOLUME 6, NUMBER 214
Sunday, October 12, 2025
Happy Sunday, Philomath.
Here’s a rundown of top Philomath News stories over the past week. — Brad Fuqua, Publisher/Editor
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Gudge steps down as School Board chair, censured over social media controversy
In the beginning months of her second term, Gudge remains on the board following a Tuesday night hearing that included testimony from complainants
Philomath School Board member Erin Gudge stepped down as chair of the school district’s governing body Tuesday evening during a hearing scheduled to listen to complaints about comments she published through a social media post last month about the death of conservative commentator Charlie Kirk. “Because there isn’t a policy in place that allows my […]
Philomath School Board reorganizes its leadership
The Philomath School Board made it official during its regular monthly meeting Thursday night by installing Tom Klipfel as the board chair. Erin Gudge resigned […]
New pastor brings fresh vision to Philomath church
Pastor Rachel Profitt had no connection to Philomath before this fall, but when the district pastor offered her the opportunity to lead the New Life […]
Love of Learning: U.S. Navy celebrates its 250th birthday
Back in 1775, the British Royal Navy controlled the high seas. British ships were authorized to intercept merchant ships bound for the American colonies and […]
Psss column: Oct. 14 meeting topic to be on Medicare Advantage insurance
The Psss group for senior citizens was started in June of 2025. This group meets on the second Tuesday of each month at 10 a.m. […]
Top Sports
Warriors bounce back with 33-6 football win at Cottage Grove
Philomath’s passing game again produces big results but the team also sees a degree of success on the ground
COTTAGE GROVE — Philomath running back Gavin Bennett wasn’t ready for the game to end Thursday night in Cottage Grove. Even with the Warriors cruising to a 27-point lead in the fourth quarter, the 6-foot, 180-pound junior lobbied to get back on the field — and for good reason. At that point in the evening, […]
Early strike lifts Philomath to 1-0 boys soccer win over Newport
In a key boys soccer match Thursday for positioning in the Oregon West Conference standings, Philomath High defeated visiting Newport, 1-0. The Warriors improve to […]
PHS girls all alone in 1st place in league soccer standings
Despite controlling the offensive narrative for most of the first half, the Philomath High girls soccer team found itself mired in a 1-1 halftime tie […]
Philomath powers past Newport for latest volleyball win
The Philomath High School volleyball team swept through Newport Tuesday night, 25-18, 25-18, 25-17, in an Oregon West Conference matchup on the coast. The Warriors […]
Smart, Pausch lead Philomath at Harrier Classic
Philomath sophomore Cassidy Smart ran her fastest-ever high school 5K, senior Leo Pausch cracked the 16-minute barrier and Coach Joe Fulton may have found the […]
Public Safety
Philomath Police Log: Felony arrests among recent responses
A rundown of recent responses from the Philomath Police Department included two felony arrests at a residence, incident at a gas station and reckless driving near a school bus.
Fire and Rescue Calls: Details on wildfire response and other incidents
A rundown of recent Philomath Fire & Rescue fire and medical calls included three mutual aid situations, including a 5-acre wildfire near Philomath.
BCSO Log: Several crashes, one involving a school bus, among recent calls
A rundown of recent responses from the Benton County Sheriff’s Office included reports of several crashes, including a school bus that was rear-ended while stopped […]
OSP Log: Two fatal crashes occur a day apart on highway near Myrtle Point
A rundown of recent highway fatalities from around the state as reported by Oregon State Police.