VOLUME 7, NUMBER 121
Sunday, May 31, 2026
Happy Sunday, Philomath.
Here’s a rundown of top Philomath News stories over the past week. For coverage of the state track and field meet, see the latest on PhilomathNews.com. — Brad Fuqua, Publisher/Editor
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Top News/Columns
After nearly 4 decades, Gathering Together Farm founders ready to ‘pass the carrot’
John Eveland and Sally Brewer built one of the Willamette Valley’s most recognized organic farms from a modest 8-acre plot; now they’re looking for someone to carry it forward
After nearly 40 years of growing organic vegetables along Grange Hall Road, John Eveland is ready to pass the carrot — he just wants to make sure the right hands […]
Election update: Philomath psilocybin ban falls behind for first time in latest ballot count
A proposed permanent ban on psilocybin-related businesses in Philomath fell behind for the first time in updated May 19 primary returns, with opponents now holding […]
Three Things: Fridays on 13th, peace poles and kinetic glory
The idea of turning a downtown block into a summertime gathering spot took a few more steps forward at a May 27 Philomath City Council […]
Top Sports
Philomath track and field girls win ninth straight conference title
The Philomath High School girls track and field team won the Oregon West Conference Championships for the ninth straight year while the boys settled for […]
Philomath’s baseball season ends with 7-6 loss in Eugene
EUGENE — A back-and-forth quarterfinal that turned into a slugfest after a measured start ended with Philomath one run short, as 14th-seeded Philomath fell 7-6 […]
Warrior Watch: Mission accomplished, All-American leap and gymnastics crown
Most college distance runners spend their first two years after high school logging mileage, dropping times and chasing conference qualifying marks. Ben Hernandez spent his […]
Babcock earns Pitcher of the Year, PHS places 7 on all-conference team
Gallery: PHS baseball at Marist Catholic (Tuesday, May 26, 2026)
Philomath girls basketball program to host youth camp in mid-June
Public Safety
Coffee, doughnuts and conversation: Local bank hosts return of Coffee with a Cop
A neighbor’s overgrown weeds. Traffic concerns. Curiosity about an officer’s favorite — and least favorite — parts of the job. Those were among the conversations that filled the lobby of […]
Neighbors help knock down porch fire before crews arrive
Philomath Fire and Rescue responded to a structure fire at Forest Meadows on North 19th Street Friday afternoon, finding flames that had been largely contained by neighbors before crews arrived. […]
BCSO Log: Three driving-related arrests over three days
Philomath Police Log: Scam, fraud reports, felony arrest, crashes
Fire and Rescue Calls: Pedestrian struck by vehicle, tree fire, crashes
Plus, a few more items …
Philomath School Board adopts 2027-28 calendar after Veterans Day debate
PSSS column: Review of May happenings and preview of June offerings
Hunter Hayes, Queen Nation to headline Benton County Fair
Mount Union Stories: Luella Lee (1918-1926)
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