Saturday, January 31st, 2026
Good morning, Corvallis. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Corvallis Indoor Winter Market opens today at Guerber Hall, 110 SW 53rd St, offering fresh produce, local food, and artisan goods. The market begins at 9 a.m. and invites community members to enjoy a cozy Saturday shopping experience. The Corvallis Advocate
- ➤ The Philomath Sensational Seniors Society holds monthly craft days at Maxtivity with the next event on Feb. 3 at 1604 Main St. Seniors also meet for discussions, with the next on Feb. 10 (crime prevention) at City Hall. Philomath News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Philomath High School achieved a 93.5% graduation rate for the Class of 2025 with 116 of 124 students, outpacing the state average by 10 percentage points on Thursday. Principal Mark Henderson credited student success team meetings & monitoring of progress for the improved performance while educational tweaks are under evaluation. Philomath News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oregon State University researchers have released a study on wolf and cougar interactions in Yellowstone, using nine years of GPS data to map how wolves steal cougar kills while cougars shift to more deer to avoid conflict — insights that may shape future recovery strategies. The Corvallis Advocate
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Corvallis' finance director confirmed that no service cuts will occur — city leaders are in fiscal discussions aimed at keeping the financial outlook stable. Corvallis Gazette-Times
- ➤ The Philomath Park Advisory Board will meet Tuesday, Feb. 3 at 5:30 p.m. at Philomath City Hall to select bands for the summer Music in the Park concert series and elect new board officers. The board will review 15 band applications and address a resident inquiry about Triangle Park swings. Philomath News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Benton County Health Department reports a wastewater sample collected Wednesday, Jan. 21 tested positive for measles virus in an area including Corvallis & Lewisburg, though no confirmed cases have been reported; officials urge residents to review their vaccination records and be alert for symptoms. The Corvallis Advocate
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Philomath boys basketball stayed unbeaten with a 57-52 overtime win at Stayton on Friday, Jan. 30. The Warriors lead the Oregon West Conference at 4-0 and will host the Cubs at 5:30 p.m. Tuesday to try to extend a six-game winning streak. Philomath News
- ➤ Philomath High School girls basketball fell 45 to 37 to Stayton at Stayton HS on Friday—junior Jordyn Hood scored 18 points. They will look to rebound at home against Newport Tuesday at 7 p.m. Philomath News
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Boys' Lacrosse Introductory Clinic for Grades 3-8
1-4 p.m. — Corvallis High School Turf Field — Save up to $10 — Dive into lacrosse with expert instruction for beginners in a supportive environment.
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Corvallis Comedy Night: KC Shornima
7:30 p.m. — Majestic Theatre — $22 — Experience the edgy humor of KC Shornima, a rising star in the comedy scene and writer for SNL.
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Valentine's Day Dinner at The Vue
11:30 PM – 6:00 AM — The Vue — In-person dining — Celebrate love with a romantic four-course dinner and stunning valley views.
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Everybody Dance Now!
7-11 p.m. — Vue Corvallis — Ticket required — Get ready for an epic dance party with timeless tracks and modern beats for the 40+ crowd.
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~ Winston Churchill
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