VOLUME 6, NUMBER 235
Thursday, November 6, 2025
Good morning, Philomath.
In a couple of local government stories, we have a report out of the City Council meeting on the Planning Commission and Benton County Commissioners on the Coffin Butte landfill expansion decision. The latest BCSO Log is online and includes the arrest of a Salem couple for harvesting mushrooms. Speaking of mushrooms, an event is coming to Beazell Memorial Forest in Kings Valley on Nov. 9. Veterans Day is coming up and local schools are planning programs. — Brad Fuqua, Publisher/Editor
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Philomath Planning Commission to operate shorthanded at least through year’s end
The Philomath Planning Commission will operate with six members through the end of the year following the October resignation of longtime resident John Barlow. Barlow, […]
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BCSO Log: Couple arrested for harvesting chanterelle mushrooms near Flat Mountain
A rundown of recent responses from the Benton County Sheriff’s Office included a Salem couple that faces charges for the illegal harvesting of chanterelle mushrooms.
Benton County Commissioners approve Coffin Butte Landfill expansion
The Benton County Board of Commissioners voted 2-1 on Tuesday to approve Republic Services’ proposed expansion of the Coffin Butte Landfill. The Nov. 4 deliberations […]
Philomath schools planning programs in recognition of Veterans Day
The community’s veterans and the general public are invited to attend Veterans Day programs at Philomath schools in the coming days. Events are scheduled for […]
Beazell Memorial Forest to host annual Mushroom Day Nov. 9
Beazell Memorial Forest will offer residents an opportunity to learn about fungi and explore the fall forest Sunday during its annual Mushroom Day. The family-friendly […]
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Labor advocate appointed to serve remainder of Oregon Rep. Hòa Nguyễn’s term
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Community Calendar
Friday, November 7
• Omelet Dinner at College United Methodist Church, 5-7 p.m.
Saturday, November 8
• Benton County Genealogical Society Program, 11 a.m.
Sunday, November 9
• Mushroom Day at Beazall Memorial Forest, 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
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