Good morning, Corvallis.

The Friends and Foundation of the Corvallis-Benton County Public Library is hosting the BIG Book Sale from April 10 through 12 at the Benton County Event Center and Fairgrounds.

The sale — offering over 30,000 books and media with special pricing on Sunday — supports local libraries.

AAA data compiled by Stacker on March 27 shows Oregon’s regular gas price rose by $0.09 to $4.87 and diesel increased to $5.96; local markets such as Corvallis (at $4.72) remain among the lower-priced areas.

Linn-Benton Community College released its winter term honor roll listing 33 students from Philomath and one from Blodgett who earned a 3.5 GPA in 12+ graded credits from January to March + The school honors academic achievement across the community.

OSU published a detailed history of the McDonald Forest and Peavy Arboretum, highlighting Mary McDonald’s donation and George W.

Peavy’s vision for hands-on forestry education. Their efforts advanced forestry research and conservation for decades + continue to guide local learning.

Rep. Val Hoyle saw her Columbia River Clean-Up Act pass the House on Thursday, Mar.

26. The bill, part of H.R. 6422 American Water Stewardship Act, funds projects to reduce toxic pollutants in the Columbia River basin and its tributaries to protect local communities and critical species.

Benton County is reviewing a plan to run BAT transit services in-house by Jan.

1, 2028+ officials will host public sessions this summer as Dial-A-Bus and its riders push back, with a final decision expected in early 2027.

Philomath High’s new boys golf team, led by head coach Mike Hood and senior Roman Robins, is entering its second season with mostly first-time players and 13 athletes (including eight freshmen); the team will compete in its home event at Trysting Tree Golf Club on April 6.

OSU Athletic Director Scott Barnes will retire on Aug.

31 and then serve as a senior advisor until Aug. 31, 2027. The university will begin its search for a new athletic director following his leadership since Feb. 13, 2017.

Washington Huskies at Oregon State Beavers Baseball

5:35-6:35 p.m. — Goss Stadium — Check website for ticket prices — Catch an exciting college baseball matchup between the Huskies and Beavers.

Corvallis Ducks Unlimited Dinner Banquet

Evening — CH2M HILL Alumni Center — Support conservation efforts — Dine and connect over a shared passion for wetland and waterfowl preservation.

Cal Poly Mustangs vs. Oregon State Beavers Baseball

5:35-6:35 p.m. — Goss Stadium — Cost info unavailable — Watch a thrilling college baseball matchup between the Mustangs and the Beavers.

Corvallis Half Marathon and 5K

8:30 AM – 12:30 PM — Reser Stadium — Registration required — Experience a scenic tour through Corvallis on a mostly flat course suitable for runners of all levels.

Cal State Fullerton Titans vs. Oregon State Beavers

5:35-8:35 p.m. — Goss Stadium — Cost info not provided — Catch an exciting collegiate baseball matchup under the evening sky.

Hawaii Rainbow Warriors vs. Oregon State Beavers

5:35-6:35 p.m. — Goss Stadium — Cost info not provided — Watch as the Hawaii Rainbow Warriors take on the Oregon State Beavers in a thrilling college baseball matchup.