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From hospital bed to commencement — a young man’s road to OSU graduation
When Philomath resident Jordan Indrawan was 16 years old and just a few weeks away from starting his junior year of high school, a visit to urgent care for what he thought might be bronchitis changed everything. A chest X-ray revealed a large malignant tumor nestled in his mediastinum — the space at the center of the chest, between the lungs and against the heart. Within hours, he was in an emergency room. By that evening, an ambulance was taking…
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NEWS
Justice system consultants to assess Benton County jail, facilities next week
Benton County will receive a no-cost expert assessment of its criminal justice and corrections systems next week with consultants scheduled to arrive June 16 for a three-day site visit funded through the National Institute of Corrections. Justice planner Alan Richardson and architect Roger Lichtman will tour the county jail and…
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Strengthening Rural Families hosting weekly summer Playdate in the Park
Families with children of any age are invited to spend Tuesday mornings this summer at Philomath City Park as part of a free outdoor gathering series organized by Strengthening Rural Families. Playdate in the Park runs Tuesdays from 9:30-11:30 a.m. beginning June 16 and continuing through Aug. 18. The event…
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Philomath Planning Commission to hold training session Monday
The Philomath Planning Commission will convene at 6 p.m. Monday at Philomath City Hall for a regular meeting that will be focused primarily on training for commission members. The agenda includes three training items — an introduction to public meetings law, legislative updates related to land use planning and general…
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OSP Log: Three highway fatalities in 2 days reported
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 4 • 9:15 a.m. — Troopers responded to a single-vehicle crash on Highway 140 northeast of Lakeview…
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Scam and fraud presentation set for June 16 Rotary meeting
The Philomath Rotary Club will host a presentation on scams and fraud at noon Tuesday at Peace Lutheran Church. The June 16 event is open to all Rotarians and community members. Shannon Romero, consumer education and engagement coordinator for the Oregon Department of Consumer and Business Services, will give a…
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SPORTS
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 coaching staff at Central High School in Independence. He replaces Dave Ellis, who coached the Warriors from 2017 to 2025 and compiled a record of 61-37-12 that included a state…
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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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Six Warriors earn Oregon West all-conference softball honors
Philomath High School had six players recognized on the all-Oregon West Conference softball team, led by center fielder Rylee Martin’s first-team selection. Martin, a sophomore who also saw time at shortstop and served as the team’s leadoff batter, was the lone Warrior to earn first-team honors. Three players landed on…
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Philomath in Photos
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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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