VOLUME 6, NUMBER 238
Sunday, November 9, 2025
Happy Sunday, Philomath.
Here’s a rundown of top Philomath News stories over the past week. Not included in this review are several new stories that will be posted at PhilomathNews.com on Sunday for news and sports from the past day — Philomath High sophomore wins title at state cross-country, an update on the Devon Dobek search, PHS girls come up short in 4A soccer playoffs and PHS volleyball team finishes sixth at state tournament. — Brad Fuqua, Publisher/Editor
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City takes next step in downtown property revitalization
Long-awaited environmental cleanup to precede discussions about future uses for site at Main and South 14th
The Philomath City Council has approved a contract to remove underground storage tanks and a hydraulic lift station from a city-owned property at the corner of Main and South 14th streets. BB&A Environmental submitted the low bid of $37,954.60 for the cleanup work. The next lowest bid was $10,000 higher and the third bid came […]
Philomath graduate missing in Mount Hood wilderness as massive search continues
Search-and-rescue teams returned to the rugged terrain of Mount Hood National Forest for a fifth consecutive day Tuesday seeking any sign of Devon Dobek, a […]
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, […]
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 […]
Three Things: Police vehicle visibility, local government and state volleyball
Police Chief Dave Gurski explains unmarked vehicles and reflective logos on Philomath patrol cars. Citizens’ Academy sees record turnout with new drop-in format. And the […]
Top Sports
Philomath football loses playoff spot over eligibility violation
Scheduling change of JV game from Monday to Thursday created conflict with OSAA participation limits
On Friday night after the final buzzer, Philomath High celebrated a 26-14 football victory over Sweet Home and an apparent berth in the Class 4A state playoffs. Late that night, the Oregon School Activities Association finalized the standings, determined the qualifiers and filled out the playoff bracket with Philomath seeded 10th and assigned to play […]
Cascade outlasts Philomath in 4A volleyball quarterfinals
COOS BAY — The moment proved bigger than the Warriors wanted to admit. Playing in their first state tournament appearance since 2021, Philomath High School’s […]
Warriors weather storm, advance in girls soccer playoffs
The rain fell steadily, turning Philomath’s grass pitch into a slippery challenge, but the Warriors never let the conditions dampen their determination. Philomath jumped on […]
Warriors cross-country teams sweep conference titles, advance to state
Philomath senior Leo Pausch and sophomore Cassidy Smart dominated their races Saturday at the Oregon West Conference Championships, leading both Philomath cross-country teams to conference […]
Public Safety
Philomath Police Log: Man, 20, arrested on reckless endangering, DUII
A rundown of recent responses from the Philomath Police Department included the arrest of a 20-year-old man on charges of reckless endangering, DUII and more.
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.
OSP Log: Several fatalities reported on highways around the state
A rundown of recent highway fatalities and other news from around the state as reported by Oregon State Police.
Fire and Rescue Calls: Downed power lines from wind, unattended stovetop among recent responses
A rundown of recent Philomath Fire & Rescue fire and medical calls included several responses on Oct. 25 related to power lines going down in […]
OSP seeks public’s help after illegal deer killing in southern Polk County
Oregon State Police is asking for the public’s help to identify those responsible for killing two deer on private property in rural Polk County late […]