Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 30th of April.
Good morning, Corvallis.
Lane County deputies arrested three suspects after two break-ins at Blue Sky Market in McKenzie Bridge on April 27—community tips led to a capture on April 28 with two juvenile males sent to SERBU Juvenile Justice Center and 18-year-old Anders Miley Disla from Blachly taken to jail.
Jimmie Eugene Beck Jr., 21—already serving time for a fatal head-on crash that killed Jennifer Gere, pleaded no contest in Linn County court on April 22 to felony first-degree attempted sexual abuse of a sleeping woman and received an additional 19-month sentence.
The Corvallis Arts Guild is launching its free Discovery Days series at Philomath Museum on Saturday from 10 a.m.—noon with an event called 'ROOTS' that explores tree roots.
The series continues with 'WINGS' on June 7 and 'SEEDS' on July 5, and ties into the 'Ancestry: Roots, Wings & Seeds' show at Moreland Gallery.
Tuition for Oregon public universities will be nearly 30% higher than it was a decade ago as each board approved increases of 3% to 5% for the 2025-26 school year—rising labor costs and low state funding have driven up the prices.
On April 28, the University of Oregon reinstated visas for three international students whose visas had been revoked by Homeland Security— a fourth visa is expected to be restored soon.
Oregon State University reported that visas for seven of 13 international students were reinstated.
City officials in South Corvallis are reworking a higher density proposal for an island-like neighborhood along Crystal Lake Drive after residents voiced concerns about the original plan—officials say the updated proposal will include community feedback.
Philomath junior southpaw Caleb Babcock threw a no-hitter with 14 strikeouts in a 20-0 win at Cascade on Monday—he allowed only one walk and one ball was put in play.
The Warriors extended their winning streak to eight and will play at home today against the Cougars for the second game of the series.
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.
Cirque Valise
7-9 p.m. — Whiteside Theatre — $10 pre-sale, $15 day of show — Experience a delightful family-friendly vaudeville circus with Cirque Valise.
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.
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