VOLUME 7, NUMBER 148
Thursday, July 9, 2026
Good morning, Philomath.
Christine Drazan, the Republican candidate for governor, made a stop in Philomath a few days ago and I was able to ask a few questions about her second run for the office. The latest BCSO Log provides a rundown of recent arrests and incidents. A couple of bridges in a rural part of the county were closed after inspections. From our partner content, Oregon Journalism Project has a piece on the state’s under-financed insurance fund and a massive payout involving the estates of prisoners who died in custody during the pandemic.
Oh, and for those who read the police services fee story yesterday, I had received some inaccurate information that later needed to be corrected — there will be no formal public hearing on the ordinance at Monday’s council meeting but for anyone who wants to share their views can do so during public comments. — Brad Fuqua, Publisher/Editor
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Drazan brings governor’s race to Philomath
Republican gubernatorial candidate Christine Drazan brought her campaign to Philomath on Tuesday and told a crowd of more than 60 people gathered at Miller Timber […]
News
BCSO Log: DUII arrest, motorcycle crash, mailbox vandalism
The Benton County Sheriff’s Office log includes a DUII arrest on Highway 34, a motorcycle crash on Marys Peak Road and repeated mailbox vandalism reported […]
Two Benton County bridges closed for at least a month after inspection
Two Benton County bridges are closed indefinitely after state inspectors found critical deficiencies during a routine inspection, the county announced Wednesday. The closures affect the […]
Massive prison payout highlights dismal financial picture for state insurance fund
Last month, Oregon agreed to pay $49 million to COVID-afflicted state prison inmates. It’s the state’s biggest payout ever — and underscores an underlying liability […]
Oregon awards the largest round of federal rural healthcare grants
The Oregon Health Authority has so far awarded $175.3 million in grants from a new federal program meant to support rural healthcare. The Rural Health […]
States where tourists may face higher injury risks and the industries most often liable
Tourists cross state lines each year for beach trips, national parks, conventions, ski weekends, theme parks, casinos, and city breaks. Most return home without incident. […]
Philomath in Photos
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Vintage vehicles return to Philomath on Saturday for 29th annual car show
Renamed city fee heads to council for vote on July 13
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Community Calendar
Thursday, July 9
• Craft Buffet at the Library, 9:30-11:30 a.m.
• Frolic Fish Rodeo, 5:30-7 p.m.
• Philomath D1 Baseball vs. Cascade, 6 p.m.
• Philomath Frolic and Rodeo, 7 p.m.
Friday, July 10
• Frolic and Rodeo Queen Competition, 8 a.m.
• Chalk Roundup at the Library, 9 a.m.
• Frolic and Rodeo Queen Competition, noon
• Mario Kart Tournament at the Library, 3:30-5 p.m.
• Mary’s Peak Search and Rescue Barbecue Chicken Lunch, 4:30-7 p.m.
• Bingo at the Grange, 6-8:30 p.m.
• Philomath Frolic and Rodeo, 7 p.m.
Saturday, July 11
• Lions Club Breakfast, 7-10 a.m.
• Mount Union Cemetery Volunteer Cleanup, 9 a.m.-noon
• Philomath Classic Car Show, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
• Frolic 5K Family Run, 9:45 a.m.
• Creating a Mixed Carnivorous Plant Bog Workshop at Shonnard’s, 10 a.m.
• Philomath Frolic and Rodeo Grand Parade, 10 a.m.
• Mary’s Peak Search and Rescue Barbecue Chicken Lunch, noon
• Plaehn and Hino Blues Band at Lumos Wine Co., noon-4 p.m.
• Creating a Mixed Carnivorous Plant Bog Workshop at Shonnard’s, 2 p.m.
• Philomath D1 Baseball Alumni Game, 2 p.m.
• Philomath Frolic and Rodeo Logging Competition, 2-5 p.m.
• Philomath Frolic and Rodeo, 7 p.m.
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