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From 2024: Philomath-based lumber company embracing Oregon hardwoods
On a pleasant mid-October morning, Patrick Lumber’s Brad Mehl and Terry Haddix walk the grounds located just outside of Philomath to check on the construction progress of a new hardwood sawmill. The clear blue skies and sun shining overhead seemed appropriate for this longtime player in Oregon’s logging industry — almost symbolic of what appears to be a bright future for the company. Last summer, Patrick Lumber received a $1 million community wood grant through the U.S. Forest Service to…
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NEWS
Mount Union Cemetery receives state grant for security lighting
Mount Union Cemetery in Philomath has been awarded a $603 grant through Oregon’s historic cemetery preservation program to fund the purchase and installation of outdoor security lighting at the site. The Oregon Commission on Historic Cemeteries announced last week that it has awarded $62,501 in grants to 14 historic cemetery…
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Budget adoption, Frolic lease amendment highlight June 22 city meetings
The Philomath City Council and Urban Renewal Agency will hold back-to-back meetings Monday evening with both bodies expected to adopt budgets for the upcoming fiscal year alongside several other items. The Urban Renewal Agency convenes first at 7 p.m. at Philomath City Hall with a single public hearing item —…
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OSP Log: Recent incidents include Albany driver arrested in fatal motorcycle crash
Editor’s note: This report is based on information submitted by the Oregon State Police. All crashes with fatalities may not be included. The status of incidents might change after further investigation. THURSDAY, JUNE 11 • 2:41 a.m. — Troopers responded to a single-vehicle crash on Interstate 205 near Milwaukie that…
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Obituary: Dale Lee Collins (1945-2026)
Dale Lee Collins, 81, passed away on June 14, 2026, at Evergreen Hospice House. Dale was born in Lamar, Colorado, on Feb. 13, 1945, to David I. Collins and Gertrude Hull Collins. Dale is survived by his wife of 62 years, Mary Jo; daughters, Lisa Stumph (Mike) and Michele Collins…
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From 2023: A life to remember: Philomath’s Cody Patterson
As a youngster growing up in Philomath, Cody Patterson loved all things military. Family photos from childhood show him dressed up as a soldier. When he was over at his grandmother’s house, he loved to throw his toy Army parachutists over the edge of the staircase and watch them float…
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SPORTS
After years of fundraising, Philomath turf project within striking distance
After years of fundraising, the effort to install artificial turf at Philomath High School’s baseball and softball fields is closing in on its goal with organizers now roughly $70,000 to $80,000 short of what’s needed to move forward. “We are actually really, really close to getting everything that we need,” Levi Webber, the veteran Warriors baseball coach who has led the fundraising effort since its launch, said last week. “It’s getting us to the precipice of being able to actually…
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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 memory or two of playing against the Warriors. Gerardo Garibay, 31, was hired to lead the Philomath program after spending nearly a decade on the…
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Three Warriors earn Special District 3 honors in boys volleyball
Three Philomath players were recognized for their contributions this season as part of those included on the Special District 3 all-district boys volleyball team. Senior Chris Eaton and senior Mayson Wallace earned second-team honors, while sophomore Nico Mayo Carrasco received an honorable mention selection. The Warriors finished the season 7-11…
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Philomath seniors celebrate college athletic commitments in signing ceremony
Eight Philomath High School seniors gathered on the school’s auditorium stage Monday to celebrate their commitments to compete in college athletics, signing a ceremonial document marking the occasion. The group represented four sports and five college destinations — volleyball players Taylor Hudson and Shaylee May will head to the College…
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Philomath in Photos
VIEW PHILOMATH IN PHOTOS GALLERIES FROM PAST MONTHS
FRIDAY, JUNE 19, 2026: A Philomath Frolic and Rodeo flag waves in the breeze at the rodeo arena. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
THURSDAY, JUNE 18, 2026: A vintage automobile cruises down Applegate Street. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, 2026: Sunset at Marys River Park and Natural Area. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
TUESDAY, JUNE 16, 2026: Flower baskets and flags line Main Street Sunday on Flag Day. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
FRIDAY, JUNE 12, 2026: Dogwood flowers bloom outside of Lupe's Community Garden. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
THURSDAY, JUNE 11, 2026: Blood on the Plow plays a set at Music in the Park on Wednesday evening. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 10, 2026: The Marys River on a June afternoon. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
TUESDAY, JUNE 9, 2026: An interactive exhibit at the Philomath Museum encourages visitors to reflect on the nation's 250th birthday. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
SATURDAY, JUNE 6, 2026: Philomath Academy Principal Garth Gerot shoots a photo of graduate candidates on the west lawn of the school on Friday morning. The academy's graduation is scheduled for June 10. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
FRIDAY, JUNE 5, 2026: Chairs fill the field and track at Clemens Field ahead of Philomath High School's commencement exercises scheduled for 11 a.m. Saturday.(Photo by Eric Niemann) 
THURSDAY, JUNE 4, 2026: Trophies won by Philomath High this academic year are lined up in the front office. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 3, 2026: Philomath schoolchildren created artwork for the food donation barrel at Citizens Bank, items that then go to Philomath Community Services. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2026: A 1952 MG TD on display on Saturday during the 1950s-themed Benton County Historical Society's 75th anniversary celebration. (Photo by Eric Niemann)
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By Kevin Ahern
PUNCTUATED CRIME SPREE
A semicolon broke the law
It’ll learn what repentance is
Cuz a judge just sentenced him to serve
Two consecutive sentences
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