VOLUME 6, NUMBER 219
Saturday, Oct. 18, 2025
Good morning, Philomath.
The football team pulled off a thrilling homecoming victory last night to remain in the playoff hunt. Defense and big plays dominated the evening. This weekend’s Three Things column reports on how students have accepted the cellphone ban, runners in town and Citizens Academy success. We also have a photo gallery from Friday morning’s homecoming parade. Plus, Rep. David Gomberg filed for re-election and we have the latest OSP Log. Check the news site later this weekend for a feature on Philomath High’s homecoming king and queen. — Brad Fuqua, Publisher/Editor
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Warrior defense delivers in crucial 27-21 football win over Junction City
Defense wins games — it’s an old adage in football that’s been around for decades. In Philomath High’s 27-21 homecoming win on Friday night over […]
Gallery: PHS football vs. Junction City (Oct. 17, 2025)
A collection of photos from Philomath High’s 27-21 football victory over Junction City at Clemens Field on Friday.
News
Three Things: Cellphone policy, runners and Citizens Academy
A cellphone ban implemented at the start of this school year received praise in a recent Philomath School Board meeting with a report of widespread […]
Gallery: PHS Homecoming Parade (Oct. 17, 2025)
A collection of photos from Philomath High School’s homecoming parade down Applegate Street on Friday.
OSP Log: Roseburg man arrested in fatal hit-and-run crash
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 […]
Gomberg files for re-election in House District 10
State Rep. David Gomberg (D-Otis) last week filed for re-election in House District 10. “I’m proud of my record, my accomplishments and my ability to […]
Benton County releases property tax statements
Benton County property owners can now access their 2025 property tax statements online with physical statements to be mailed no later than Oct. 24, the […]
SNAP benefits on pace to run out in two weeks if shutdown persists
As the federal government shutdown extends to day 17, and with congressional leaders nowhere near negotiating, state officials are beginning to raise concerns of potential cuts to […]
No Kings day expected to draw millions for anti-Trump mass protests
More than 2,600 nonviolent demonstrations against President Donald Trump’s administration are slated Saturday as part of No Kings day. The second No Kings day, following […]
Philomath in Photos
In Case You Missed It
Local artists open their studios for 20th annual tour
For more than two decades, artists in and around Philomath have been inviting the public into their private creative spaces to see where the magic […]
Warriors rally past Cascade in four-set volleyball thriller
Two days can make all the difference. After a disappointing sweep at the hands of Stayton on Tuesday, the Philomath High volleyball team rebounded in […]
Warriors weather homecoming test in 3-1 girls soccer victory over Stayton
During the chaos of homecoming week with tired legs and distractions aplenty, Philomath High’s girls soccer team found exactly what it needed in a 3-1 […]
Smart sets PR, leads Warriors to 3rd in cross-country meet
The Philomath High School girls cross-country team participated Thursday at McMinnville in a meet that featured a number of larger schools. Despite competing at less […]
No. 1 Stayton edges Philomath, 2-1, in boys soccer
The Philomath High School boys soccer team dropped a 2-1 decision on the road Thursday night at Stayton in an Oregon West Conference matchup. The […]
Community Calendar
Saturday, October 18
• Lilly’s Lope for Hope, 9 a.m.
• Heartsaver First Aid-CPR-AED Classes, 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Autumn Craft Show at Philomath Scout Lodge, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
• Lego Saturday at Library, 11 a.m.
• Philomath Open Studios, noon-5 p.m.
Sunday, October 19
• Autumn Craft Show at Philomath Scout Lodge, 10 a.m.
• Techniques for Growing a Resilient Garden & Landscape at Shonnard’s, 10:30 a.m.
• Philomath Farmers’ Market, 11 a.m.
• Philomath Open Studios, noon-5 p.m.
Monday, October 20
• Dementia Warriors Coffee Connections, 10 a.m.
• Philomath Planning Commission, 6 p.m.
• Country Dance at Marys River Grange, 7 p.m.
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