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Saturday, May 2nd, 2026
Good morning, Corvallis. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Corvallis Calendar outlines local events (Friday, May 1 through Saturday, May 2) that include art exhibits, history tours, educational programs, and family gatherings across the city. Residents can choose from gallery shows, library storytimes, and guided tours to connect with local art and history. The Corvallis Advocate
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pianist Clayton Stephenson will perform a concert with commentary today at 7:30 p.m. at the LaSells Stewart Center where Corvallis-OSU Piano International presents selections by Mussorgsky, Albéniz, Gershwin and Jarrett (students may enjoy free walk-ins). The Corvallis Advocate
- ➤ The new exhibit 'Refuge: Where Life Endures' opens today at Philomath Museum’s Moreland Gallery — featuring work by the Corvallis Art Guild on shelter and survival — with a reception set for Thursday, May 8 at the museum on Main St. Philomath News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Benton County’s new Nature Neighbors program helps residents turn small yard spaces into wildlife habitats by offering hands-on guidance, small grants + a step-by-step certification process. The program, led by Greenbelt Land Trust and Benton Soil and Water Conservation District, aims to create connected corridors for local pollinators and birds. Philomath News
- ➤ Oregon is adding 24 fast-charging stations along major highways, including two in Corvallis, which will offer 126 charging ports. Some will come online next year under a federal program funded by the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law. Philomath News
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Starting June 1, the Benton County Crisis Center at 240 NW Fourth Street will extend its walk-in hours to 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday through Friday as part of Mental Health Awareness Month; community members may drop in for support plus share positive messages at center events. KEZI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Philomath High boys tennis team swept all four singles matches to defeat Estacada 4-1 at home on Thursday, April 30 (freshman Lev Grose led the victory); they will play at West Albany on Wednesday at 4 p.m. Philomath News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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