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Philomath’s Sapp, Peters earn first-team all-conference basketball honors
Philomath High juniors Esias Sapp and Jamin Peters were first-team selections to the all-Oregon West Conference team, which was released this week by the league. Two other PHS players, junior Kaden Howard and sophomore Dreyton Nuño, earned spots as honorable mention selections. Sapp led the Warriors in scoring this season at 15.4 points per game and also averaged 5.6 rebounds and 3.5 assists. Peters averaged in double figures for scoring as well at 11.2 points and was the team’s top…
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City launches sign-up for this year’s Downtown Flower Basket Program
The city of Philomath is accepting sponsorships and volunteer sign-ups for its 2026 Downtown Flower Basket Program, with hanging baskets expected to be installed by the end of May. Each basket is available for a $100 sponsorship contribution. When hung, the baskets will line both sides of Main Street from…
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Alzheimer’s Association speaker to lead talk at Dementia Warriors meeting
A guest speaker from the Alzheimer’s Association will present “Understanding Alzheimer’s and Dementia” at 2:30 p.m. Wednesday at the Dementia Warriors meeting at Peace Lutheran Church. The presentation covers the impact of Alzheimer’s, the difference between Alzheimer’s and dementia, stages and risk factors, current research and treatments available, and Alzheimer’s…
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Obituary: Renee Corrine Todd (1947-2026)
Renee Corrine Todd, 78, passed away peacefully on Feb. 22, 2026, surrounded by the love of her family. She was born Sept. 30, 1947, in Bremerton, Washington, to John and Helen Griffin. Renee was the second oldest of eight children and carried that role with strength, devotion and a deep…
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School Budget Committee to meet for work session on Thursday
The Philomath School District’s Budget Committee plans to meet at 6 p.m. Thursday at Philomath High School. The committee will meet for its first work session as part of the 2026-27 fiscal year budget preparation process. A second work session could occur March 31, but only if necessary. The work…
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Middle school play planning annual tea party fundraiser
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Philomath’s Barrett caps wrestling career with third straight state title
PORTLAND — Riley Barrett became the first three-time state wrestling champion in Philomath High’s history on Friday, but the path to that milestone was anything but smooth. The senior captured his third consecutive title at the Class 4A championships at Veterans Memorial Coliseum, surviving a tense 150-pound semifinal before closing…
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Warriors send seniors out in style at state wrestling
PORTLAND — Trailing 7-0 after the first period Friday in the third-place match at the Class 4A tournament, the situation looked pretty challenging for Philomath High wrestler Derick Kohn. Participating at state for the first time in his high school career, the Warriors senior wanted to go out with a…
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Philomath in Photos
VIEW PHILOMATH IN PHOTOS GALLERIES FROM PAST MONTHS
TUESDAY, MARCH 3, 2026: Daffodils bloom in front of Philomath Middle School. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
SATURDAY, FEB. 28, 2026: The scene on Friday morning at Mount Union Cemetery. (Photo by David Low) 
FRIDAY, FEB. 27, 2026: Sunset behind Marys Peak. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
THURSDAY, FEB. 26, 2026: A large table at the Out West Farm and Ranch food court displays the brand of the late Winston Grant, longtime rancher in the Harlan vicinity. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 25, 2026: Wood carvings above the entrance to Philomath Community Library. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
TUESDAY, FEB. 24, 2026: Philomath’s Liam Bennett recently led an Eagle Scout project to construct a sensory hub space featuring sandboxes at Clemens Primary School. (Photo provided by Tom Klipfel) 
SUNDAY, FEB. 22, 2026: Cheer squad co-captain Josey Schreiber glances back at family during Senior Night activities on Friday in the PHS gym. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
FRIDAY, FEB. 20, 2026: Sketches of Philomath High School on the wall in the PHS Community Conference Room. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
THURSDAY, FEB. 19, 2026: Flags fly at the Philomath Scout Lodge's veterans memorial. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 18, 2026: Philomath Rotary Club President Fred Shaub goes through various notes with members at the organization's Tuesday meeting. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
TUESDAY, FEB. 17, 2026: Two women walk Tuesday at Marys River Park and Natural Area on a morning that saw light snow. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
SATURDAY, FEB. 14, 2026: A "Happy Valentine’s Day" inflatable decoration on North 19th Street. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
FRIDAY, FEB. 13, 2026: The sun rises behind Philomath High School's Forestry building, highlighting one of the school's signature career and technical education programs. (Photo by Barb Davis) 
THURSDAY, FEB. 12, 2026: Open space under a blue sky at Marys River Park and Natural Area. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 11, 2026: A view of Philomath Community Library after the removal of the large American elm, which had been designated by the city as a Heritage Tree. The tree was removed because of Dutch elm disease. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
TUESDAY, FEB. 10, 2026: The Corvallis Indoor Winter Market at the Benton County Fairgrounds on Saturdays draws Philomath-area vendors and shoppers. (Photo by Brad Fuqua/Philomath News) 
SATURDAY, FEB. 7, 2026: Evening traffic along Main Street. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
FRIDAY, FEB. 6, 2026: The Shipley Family Homestead Marker in Newton Creek Park. Black History Month is observed in February. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
THURSDAY, FEB. 5, 2026: A piece of Philomath High's old gym floor before the high school's remodeling project in 2012. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
WEDNESDAY, FEB. 4, 2026: The Independent Community Center on the corner of Fern Road and Airport Avenue. (Photo by Eric Niemann) 
TUESDAY, FEB. 3, 2026: A snow moon on Groundhog Day over Philomath. (Photo by Eric Niemann)
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IN THE POUCH
The kangaroos in the fairy tale
That brought us so much laughter
Got married and had a kid so they’ll
Live hoppily ever after
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