VOLUME 7, NUMBER 112
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Good morning, Philomath.
A flag-placement event at Crystal Lake Cemetery in neighboring Corvallis featured Philomath connections. I also shot several photos for a gallery. The latest election results update shows the Philomath psilocybin ban passing by only seven votes. In sports, Philomath High’s baseball team won easily and the team’s two seniors played prominent roles — plus I have a gallery. In softball, Newport edged Philomath. The latest BCSO Log includes a felony arrest. In partner content, Oregon Capital Chronicle has a piece on how fuel prices are battering Oregon’s economic forecast. — Brad Fuqua, Publisher/Editor
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Philomath connections run deep at Crystal Lake Cemetery flag-placing event
CORVALLIS — Gathered on a pleasant Wednesday morning in Crystal Lake Cemetery around a monument that honors Union soldiers who served in the Civil War, […]
News
Gallery: Crystal Lake Cemetery Memorial Day Event (May 20, 2026)
A collection of photos from a flag-placement event ahead of Memorial Day at Crystal Lake Cemetery in Corvallis on May 20, 2026.
Election update: Just 7 votes separate Philomath’s psilocybin ban from defeat
A proposed psilocybin ban in Philomath led by just seven votes in updated May 19 returns, as the fire levy and annexations passed comfortably.
BCSO Log: Blodgett man arrested on weapon-related charges after Hoskins Road incident
The Benton County Sheriff’s Office log includes a Blodgett man arrested on weapons charges and a single-vehicle crash on Highway 20.
Iran war, skyrocketing fuel prices battering Oregon’s economic forecast
After coasting to GOP primary win, Drazan says governor’s race will be different this time
Study reveals caffeine’s true effect on focus and fatigue
Sports
Philomath sends seniors out in style with 12-1 win over North Marion
Philomath High’s baseball team honored its only two seniors before the first pitch Wednesday and the duo made sure their last regular-season home game was […]
Gallery: PHS baseball vs. North Marion (May 20, 2026)
A collection of photos from Philomath High’s 12-1 baseball win over North Marion on Wednesday,
Newport slips past Philomath, 9-8, in conference softball game
In a battle for fourth place in the Oregon West Conference softball standings, Newport edged Philomath, 9-8, on the coast Wednesday evening. The Warriors go […]
Philomath in Photos
In Case You Missed It
Wilson maintains slim lead over Malone; Philomath fire levy passes
Philomath awaits ODOT sign-off on two new speed radar signs
Obituary: Tyler Allen Smouse (2007-2026)
School Board to discuss objectives, calendar, bus contract Thursday
Mount Union Stories: Margaret D. Newton (1858-1927)
Oregon voters overwhelmingly rejecting hikes to gas tax and vehicle fees
Community Calendar
Thursday, May 21
• Philomath Area Chamber of Commerce Luncheon, 11:45 a.m.
• PHS Baseball at North Marion, 5 p.m.
• PHS Softball vs. North Marion, 5 p.m.
• Music in the Park: Philomath School Band, 6 p.m.
• Philomath School Board Meeting, 7 p.m.
Friday, May 22
• Preschool Science Storytime at the Library, 10:30 a.m.
• PHS Track and Field at Oregon West Conference Championships, 3 p.m.
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