VOLUME 7, NUMBER 67
Thursday, March 26, 2026
Good morning, Philomath.
I talked yesterday with Benton County Sheriff Jef Van Arsdall about his decision to not seek re-election. Last night, Philomath High’s baseball team won in walk-off fashion for the second time this season. The latest BCSO Log provides info on recent incidents and arrests. The PHS Hall of Fame folks said there are still tickets available for their May 9 event. We have a service notice for the late George Shroyer Jr., who passed in September. In partner content, the Oregon Journalism Project found revealing news about our population through the most-recent census data. — Brad Fuqua, Publisher/Editor
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Van Arsdall to step down as Benton County sheriff at end of 2026 term
CORVALLIS — After more than five years leading the Benton County Sheriff’s Office, Jef Van Arsdall has decided not to seek re-election, choosing instead to […]
News/Sports
Warriors walk off again: Babcock’s single caps comeback win over St. Helens
Philomath senior Caleb Babcock hit a two-out, bases-loaded single in the bottom of the seventh inning to lift the Warriors to an 11-10 victory Wednesday […]
BCSO Log: DUII arrest on Highway 20, identity theft among recent incidents
The Benton County Sheriff’s Office responds to reckless driving complaints, identity fraud reports and a social media scam in the Philomath area.
Tickets still available for PHS Hall of Fame banquet
Tickets remain available for the Philomath High School Hall of Fame’s fifth annual banquet scheduled for May 9 in the school’s auditorium, organizers announced. The […]
Service Notice: George Edward Shroyer Jr. (1939-2025)
A celebration of life gathering in memory of George “Georgie” Edward Shroyer Jr. will be held from 1-4 p.m. Saturday, April 4, at Marys River […]
New census data shows Oregon is losing residents in their prime earning years — due in part to costly housing
Oregonians in their peak earning years — when they can contribute most to the state’s economy — are moving out of the state faster than […]
State grant program providing millions for child care infrastructure projects winds down
A short-lived grant program meant to expand child care offerings across Oregon by helping to pay for construction costs is winding down, state officials announced […]
Average net worth and assets by state, from the high of Hawai’i to the low of Arkansas
SmartAsset reports that household net worth varies widely by state, from $692,700 in Hawai’i to $62,500 in Arkansas, influenced by local economies.
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In Case You Missed It
Benton County commissioner race, local measures highlight primary ballot
LBCC raises tuition 7% for 2026-27 academic year
BCSO assists Philomath eviction amid armed tenant concern
Mount Union Stories: Lizzie Keesee (1869-1894)
Henley overwhelms Philomath at baseball tournament
Philomath’s softball games at tourney canceled
Community Calendar
Thursday, March 26
• Crafternoon at the Library, 3:30 p.m.
• PHS Baseball at The Dalles, 6:30 p.m.
Friday, March 27
• Heritage Tree Board Meeting, 8:30 a.m.
• NERF Night for Tweens at the Library, 6:30-8 p.m.
Saturday, March 28
• Corvallis Indoor Winter Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Sunday, March 29
• Organic Vegetable Gardening for Beginners Class at Shonnard’s, 10:30 a.m.
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