VOLUME 6, NUMBER 27
Thursday, February 6, 2025
Editor’s Choice
Black pioneer women to highlight Feb. 12 program in Philomath
Oregon Black Pioneers’ executive director Zachary Stocks will look into the past for a Black History Month presentation at Philomath Museum
The lives of 19th century pioneers Mary Jane Shipley and Letitia Carson will be among those highlighted during a special Black History Month presentation on Wednesday, Feb. 12 at Philomath […]
News
BCSO Log: Two crashes in Llewellyn Road vicinity among recent incidents
Editor’s note: This report is based on information submitted by the Benton County Sheriff’s Office. All calls for service may not be included. The status […]
Hundreds rally in Salem, Portland against Trump, Musk moves against funding, agencies
Hundreds of people crowded the streets of downtown Salem and northeast Portland on Wednesday in separate protests against President Donald Trump, unelected adviser Elon Musk […]
Recently opened restaurants in the Portland
Many families around the country have traditions involving restaurants, whether it’s returning to the same spot year after year for birthdays, Sunday morning brunches at […]
Sports
Warrior Watch: Basketball teams near midway point of league play
The Philomath High boys and girls basketball teams are both scheduled to play makeup games tonight at Newport in key matchups that will wrap up […]
In Case You Missed It
City representatives stress priorities to state legislators
A four-person contingent of Philomath representatives visited Salem last week for the biannual City Day at the Capitol with the group sharing a short list […]
Philomath School District to begin budget process
The Philomath School District’s 2025-26 budget process begins at 6 p.m. Thursday with committee members scheduled to meet for an informational meeting in Philomath High […]
Pioneer Connect taking applications for scholarships, youth tour
Pioneer Connect is currently taking applications for its 2025 scholarship program and an annual youth tour to Washington, D.C., the Philomath-based business announced. The scholarship […]
Mount Union Stories: Arthur E. Bottum (1892-1918)
In this week’s Mount Union Stories, read about 26-year-old Arthur E. Bottom, who died from pneumonia in the fall of 1918.
Philomath in Photos
Community Calendar
• Thursday, Feb. 6: PHS Girls Basketball at Newport, 5:30 p.m.
• Thursday, Feb. 6: PHS Wrestling at Sweet Home, 6 p.m.
• Thursday, Feb. 6: Philomath School District Budget Committee Meeting, 6 p.m.
• Thursday, Feb. 6: PHS Boys Basketball at Newport, 7 p.m.
• Friday, Feb. 7: PHS Wrestling at Cottage Grove Tournament, 1 p.m.
• Friday, Feb. 7: Omelet Dinner at College United Methodist Church, 5-7 p.m.
• Friday, Feb. 7: Maxtivity: Paint Your Own Ceramics, 5:30 p.m.
• Friday, Feb. 7: Philomath Samaritan Awards, 6:30 p.m.