Good morning, Corvallis.

Candidates for the only contested Corvallis school board seat discussed a budget shortfall and raised repeated concerns about declining enrollment ahead of the May 20 ballot — warning that lower student numbers may reduce school funding.

Philomath High School now features a summer job board in the junior-senior hall where students can browse summer jobs, internships, and other work opportunities — college and career specialist Leslie Adams introduced the board this week to help connect local businesses with students seeking work experience.

Benton County planning staff received hundreds of written comments opposing the proposed Coffin Butte Landfill expansion, with residents citing fears of worsening odor and environmental hazards and only two submissions supporting the plan.

The Planning Commission hearing will begin Tuesday, April 29 at 6 p.m. at the Kalapuya Building—county staff will include all testimony submitted before noon April 22 despite earlier online cutoffs.

Philomath High’s softball team evened its Oregon West record to 3-3 by defeating Sweet Home with a 9—win on Thursday as freshman pitcher Hailey Smith threw a complete game that allowed only five hits, one walk and four strikes over 30 batters.

The Warriors collected 13 hits—driving key runs in the second, sixth and seventh innings as they prepare to host Stayton Monday at 5 p.m.

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.

Spring Stampede

7-9 p.m. — Benton County Fairgrounds — Ticket information TBA — Watch exciting qualifiers in Team Roping, Breakaway Roping, Goat Tying, Pole Bending, and Barrel Racing.

Corvallis Spring Roll

10 a.m. to 1 p.m. — Cloverland City Park — Free entry — A fun-filled bike and trike ride for kids promoting safe cycling and active lifestyles.

Union at Pacific Highway Grand Opening

9-11 p.m. — 150 SW Wake Robin Ave — Free entry — Celebrate the opening of a new affordable housing community in Corvallis, Oregon.

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.