VOLUME 7, NUMBER 127
Sunday, June 7, 2026
Happy Sunday, Philomath.
Here’s a rundown of top Philomath News stories over the past week. For coverage of Philomath High’s graduation, see the latest on PhilomathNews.com. — Brad Fuqua, Publisher/Editor
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Class of 2026: Syd Clark pushes herself across the graduation finish line
The Philomath High senior and distance runner credits her own drive — forged through years of work, running and overcoming obstacles — for getting her to graduation day
Philomath High senior Syd Clark overcame significant health challenges and credits her own drive for reaching graduation and her future in law.
Couple transforms cutover land into Coast Range conservation showcase
Dave and Sarah Ehlers named Outstanding Tree Farmers of the Year by Benton Small Woodlands Association
Dave and Sarah Ehlers of the J2E Tree Farm near Fort Hoskins have been named the 2026 BSWA Outstanding Tree Farmers of the Year, celebrating 25 years of integrated conservation.
Class of 2026: Nine students share PHS valedictorian distinction
The Philomath High School’s Class of 2026 will turn their tassels on Saturday at Clemens Field in a graduation ceremony scheduled to begin at 11 […]
Class of 2026 walks the campuses ahead of Saturday’s graduation
Philomath High’s Class of 2026 strolled through the school district’s three lower-grade campuses on Friday morning during the annual Parade of Graduates. The class, which […]
LBCC graduate list includes 20 from Philomath
Linn-Benton Community College plans to hold its 57th commencement ceremony Thursday, June 11, on its Albany campus, the school announced. The Class of 2026 features […]
Filing opens for three Philomath City Council seats on November ballot
Three Philomath City Council seats will appear on the November ballot with the filing period for candidates opening Wednesday. Interested residents have until 5 p.m. […]
Top Sports
State track: Four runner-up finishes power Philomath boys to 4th-place trophy
EUGENE — Junior Bryce Hruska had never competed at the state track meet. A year ago, an appendectomy ended his sophomore season before he got […]
State track: Eckhold vaults to victory, Smart sweeps distance events to lead PHS girls
EUGENE — Junior Hailey Eckhold was still trying to borrow a pole Saturday morning when the other competitors were walking into Hayward Field. An hour […]
Philomath hires former Central assistant to take over as boys soccer coach
Philomath High School has a new boys soccer coach and he comes with a deep connection to the Oregon West Conference — and even a […]
Philomath seniors celebrate college athletic commitments in signing ceremony
Six Warriors earn Oregon West all-conference softball honors
Three Warriors earn Special District 3 honors in boys volleyball
Public Safety
Fire and Rescue Calls: Three fires, scooter crash among recent calls
Philomath Fire and Rescue’s weekly call log includes a porch fire at a manufactured home, a one-acre wildland fire, a structure fire in Alsea and an electric scooter crash.
Philomath Police Log: Crashes, DUII arrests, missing meds
BCSO Log: Reckless driver clocked at 104 mph, stolen retirement check, Craigslist scam attempt
OSP Log: Crashes claim 2 lives near Sandy, Otis
Plus, a few more items …
Outdoor fitness area at Philomath City Park nearing completion
ODOT crews to upgrade curb ramps along Philomath stretch of Highway 20
Philomath City Council to consider Capital Improvement Plan at Monday meeting
Philomath Fire and Rescue board meets Monday for regular session
Letter: Philomath Fire and Rescue thanks community for levy support
Letter: Donors, businesses step up for Philomath senior celebration
Mount Union Stories: Alwilda Dunn (1847-1925)
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