Good morning, Corvallis.

The Benton County Master Gardener Plant Sale and Clinic returns Saturday, May 2 at the fairgrounds with 10,000 local plants available from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. under cover at the Solar Barn and Floral Courtyard; admission and parking are free and payments accepted by cash, check, or card.

Peak Sports is restructuring its business and shifting to a consignment model for outdoor gear.

Owner Larry Desaulniers said the store will soon consolidate into one location with a focus on camping, climbing, and travel gear — preserving a trusted local resource.

A new OSU study shows that STEM students in Corvallis may rely too much on AI, which weakens their critical thinking skills.

Researchers advise balancing AI use with independent problem solving—an approach that could build stronger cognitive habits.

OSU said a former professor engaged in research misconduct, prompting an internal review of the academic record.

University officials said further details (pending investigation) will be shared as the review continues.

A Corvallis athlete won the top spot in a local climbing competition and finished ahead of several competitors on a challenging course.

The event highlighted top local talent in the sport.

PHS senior Isabelle Muir finished fifth with a 104 at Tuesday’s Taft Invitational on Salishan Golf Links in Gleneden Beach, and Philomath will compete in the Special District 4 tournament on May 4 to 5 at Mallard Creek Golf Course near Lebanon.

On Tuesday, April 28, Philomath High's boys tennis team swept North Marion 7-0 in singles at Philomath HS.

The win sets the team’s lineup for the district tournament scheduled to begin the week of May 11 at Estacada.

Philomath High School girls tennis team swept all eight matches in a Special District 2 matchup at North Marion HS on Tuesday, winning every singles and doubles contest.

They will play at Cascade on Wednesday.

CSUN Matadors vs. Oregon State Beavers Baseball

5:35-6:35 p.m. — Goss Stadium — Enjoy exciting collegiate baseball action as the Beavers take on the Matadors.

CARDV 5K Run/Walk For Safe Families

9 AM — Benton County Fairgrounds — Registration required — Participate in a 5K event supporting safe families in the community.

Oregon State Beavers vs. Portland Pilots Baseball

5:35-8:35 p.m. — Goss Stadium — Ticket info not specified — Catch an exciting baseball game featuring local teams in Corvallis.

Trail Running Film Festival

6 PM - 12 AM — Majestic Theatre — Ticket purchase required — Celebrate the spirit of trail running through inspiring films and community connections.