VOLUME 7, NUMBER 159
Friday, July 24, 2026
Good morning, Philomath.
The Philomath Schools family lost some longtime educators to retirement after this past academic year, including Donna Carter (38 years in the classroom) and Steve Bennett (33 years). County commissioner Gabe Shepherd will be holding town halls in Summit and Philomath on Saturday — we talked to him about what’s behind those efforts. Chip seal work on Highway 34 between Alsea and Philomath begins next week. A Hunter’s Education Field Day opportunity is coming up Aug. 22. In partner content, the Climate Commission has big goals and emergency alert systems are more popular in rural areas around the state. — Brad Fuqua, Publisher/Editor
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Carter, Bennett reflect on three-plus decades of teaching in Philomath
When it comes to teaching, Donna Carter and Steve Bennett have never had another employer. Carter arrived first, in the fall of 1988, straight out […]
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Shepherd brings town halls to Summit, Philomath on Saturday
Benton County Commissioner Gabe Shepherd will hold two town halls Saturday with stops in Summit and Philomath as part of an annual countywide tour. The […]
Chip seal work on Highway 34 begins Sunday between Alsea and Philomath
Drivers traveling Highway 34 between Alsea and Philomath should prepare for delays starting Sunday evening as crews begin chip seal work aimed at preserving the […]
Hunter’s Education Field Day set for Aug. 22 in Philomath
The Philomath Police Department and the Philomath Youth Activities Club will host a Hunter’s Education Field Day on Saturday, Aug. 22, giving young hunters a […]
Oregon emergency alert system more popular in rural areas than metro area, study says
Participation in Oregon’s voluntary statewide emergency alert system designed for natural disasters and public safety threats has been far higher in rural counties than in […]
Climate Commission proposes bigger goals for storing planet-warming gas in Oregon lands, waters
As the federal government pushes for more logging and grazing on Oregon’s lands, state climate commissioners are calling for more ambitious goals to protect the […]
6 ways to cut costs and save money
Feel like there’s not enough money at the end of the month? You’re not alone. Affordability and the cost of living are among most people’s […]
Philomath in Photos
In Case You Missed It
Philomath Lions Club’s 20th annual book sale runs Thursday through Saturday
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Community Calendar
Friday, July 24
• Art With Picture Books: Sow the Seed for Creativity, 10:30 a.m.
• Philomath Lions Club Book Sale, noon-6 p.m.
• Starker Forests Forest Management and History Tour, 1 p.m.
• Jon Deshler Duo in Concert at Cardwell Hill Cellars, 6-8 p.m.
Saturday, July 25
• A Beginner’s Guide to Perennial Plant Care – Hybrid Class at Shonnard’s, 10 a.m.
• Town Hall With Benton County Commissioner Gabe Shepherd, 11:30 a.m.
• Philomath Lions Club Book Sale, noon-4 p.m.
• Town Hall With Benton County Commissioner Gabe Shepherd, 3:30 p.m.
Sunday, July 26
• Philomath Farmers’ Market, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
• Music in the Park: Unfamiliar Friends, 6-8 p.m.
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