Good morning, Corvallis.

Kings Valley residents gathered at the Community Hall last Sunday to mark the community’s 170th anniversary — longtime resident Kevin Collins recalled his early memories and how he chose the rural life after a visit with Ron Anderson.

The celebration featured a potluck, music by the Root Vegetables, and a tribute to six local soldiers lost in World War II — a clear reminder of the town’s proud history.

Oregon schools will soon have more than a year to plan summer learning programs after the state Senate passed two bills—House Bill 5047, which funds $35 million for summer 2025, $35 million for summer 2026, and $12 million for June, and House Bill 2007, which sets rules for the programs—and they now await Gov. Tina Kotek’s signature. The funding will be used only for programs that help students read and write at grade level as the Oregon Department of Education gives priority to schools with low reading scores.

Stephanie Lunceford (a GAPS school board candidate) worries about rising student anxiety and says her experience raising children on different school paths gives her a unique view of educational challenges.

She believes this perspective will influence her future decisions on the board.

Philomath High School's baseball team swept Sweet Home on Thursday with a 12 to 1 win, improving to a 3 to 0 record in conference play.

The team will take on the Tigers, holding a 9 to 2 record, today at 3:30 p.m. in a rescheduled game at Junction City.

High Quality Clinical Thermography in Corvallis

Apr 22-23 — Courtyard by Marriott — Check website for pricing — Experience cutting-edge infrared imaging performed by certified professionals for health insights.

2025 Earth Ball

8-11 p.m. — Corvallis Odd Fellows — Tickets $10-$100 — Dance the night away at a lively celebration of the Earth with DJ Nicole and Dr. Gonzo.

Majestic Readers Theatre: Becky Nurse of Salem

7 p.m. — Majestic Theatre — $16, $14 for students and seniors — Experience a contemporary tale of a grandmother seeking magical help in a humorous exploration of modern life and ancestry.

Beaver Piaffe Dressage Show

9 a.m. — Inavale Farm Boarding and Grooming — Support local dressage talent — A student-run ODS League Show featuring competitive equestrian performances from Introductory Level to Grand Prix.

Oregon Parenting Educators Conference

April 28th-29th — Oregon State University — Registration fee applies — Engage in professional development and networking with parenting educators and family support professionals.

Live Music: Manny Martinez Quartet

3-5 p.m. — Ankeny Vineyard — Cost info not provided — Experience the melodic sounds of Manny Martinez's guitar after his distinguished journey through Berklee.

Wine Dinner with Compton Family Wines

6-9 p.m. — del Alma Restaurant — Reserve through Del Alma — Enjoy exquisite Compton wines paired with a multi-course meal in the heart of Corvallis.

David Jacobs-Strain Concert

7 PM – 1 AM — Whiteside Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the magic of music with David Jacobs-Strain as he takes you on a heartfelt journey through his songs.

CARDV's Annual Run/Walk 5K for Safe Families

7:30 a.m. — Benton County Fairgrounds — Registration required — Enjoy a community-driven 5K to support safe families in the area.

Mother's Day Brunch Celebration

5-9 p.m. — 517 SW 2nd St, Corvallis, OR — Special menu for Mother's Day — Celebrate with delicious brunch items fit for queens.

Scheherazade and Celilo Falls (Oregon Symphony)

Featuring fantastical worlds of bewitching lovers and swashbuckling sailors, Rimsky-Korsakov's Scheherazade recalls the queen who saves her life — and those of 1,000 women — with her stories. And Principal Cello and composer Nancy Ives merges music, poetry, and photography to tell the story of the majestic falls of Celilo, Oregon.