Philomath News

01/11/2025

Three Things: Trunk or Treating, KV volunteers and the election

Three Things: Annual Trunk or Treat was better than ever; Kings Valley volunteers that love to make things work at fire department; and no ballots in Benton County for this election.

01/11/2025

BREAKING NEWS: Philomath High has forfeited Friday night's win over Sweet Home for violating a player eligibility rule related to the use of student athletes that had competed in a junior varsity game less than 48 hours earlier. The forfeit eliminated PHS from qualifying for the state playoffs. This is a developing story.
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Philomath advances to state football playoffs behind De La Rosa’s career night. Coverage includes game story, statistics and photo gallery.

Rocco De La Rosa totaled 305 all-purpose yards and four touchdowns as Philomath defeated Sweet Home 26-14 to advance to the Class 4A state playoffs.

31/10/2025

31/10/2025

PYAC registering now for basketball until Nov. 19

The Philomath Youth Activities Club is accepting registrations for the upcoming basketball season for students in grades 1 through 6, the organization announced.

30/10/2025

Warriors to host conference meet with state berths on the line

Philomath hosts the Oregon West Conference Championships Saturday with the Warrior girls favored for their 13th consecutive title and boys battling for state qualification.

30/10/2025

Frolic’s Holiday Craft Fair returns to Philomath this weekend

The Philomath Frolic and Rodeo Holiday Craft Fair returns this weekend with local vendors, handmade goods and small businesses at Philomath Elementary School.

29/10/2025

Psss column: Playing games to create new friendships

The Philomath Sensational Senior Society invites community members to monthly game days focused on friendship, conversation, and fun. Next gathering Oct. 30 at Fitness Over 50.

29/10/2025

Philomath Trunk or Treat expands Halloween fun further down Main Street

More than 60 businesses and organizations are preparing to welcome an expected 1,000 trick-or-treaters to downtown Philomath this Halloween for the annual Trunk or Treat event hosted by the Philomath Area Chamber of Commerce.

28/10/2025

Philomath Citizens’ Academy concludes Thursday with nonprofit showcase

The Philomath Citizens' Academy wraps up Thursday with presentations from 14 local nonprofits and service organizations. The free event runs 6-8 p.m. at Philomath Museum.