Good morning, Corvallis.

Linn-Benton Community College will hold its 57th commencement ceremony Thursday, June 11 at 5:30 p.m. outdoors north of Mackenzie Hall; among 807 candidates (20 from Philomath) will be honored and then join a post-ceremony party hosted by the Student Leadership Council.

Philomath High School’s Class of 2026 will graduate on Saturday at Clemens Field at 11 a.m., where nine valedictorians, each with a 4.0 GPA, will share the honor.

A GAPS committee proposed budget cuts that may lead to layoffs even with recent retirements and resignations.

The school board will vote on the changes soon, and the proposal could impact local staff and students.

Kate Sinner was selected Wednesday to serve as Travel Oregon’s new executive director.

With eight years at Business Oregon, she will lead tourism efforts that support 120,000 jobs and generate 14 billion dollars in economic activity, Gov. Tina Kotek said as travel faces lower domestic and international demand.

A Corvallis man suffered a heart attack while driving and was aided by good Samaritans; his wife recounted calling for help as the incident unfolded.

Philomath players were honored in Special District 3 as senior Chris Eaton and senior Mayson Wallace earned places on the second team while sophomore Nico Mayo Carrasco received an honorable mention (the team ended with 7 wins and 11 losses).

Philomath High School named Gerardo Garibay as its new boys soccer coach, beginning his role June 8 (with summer workouts).

Garibay, a former Central assistant with deep ties to the Oregon West Conference, aims to build a positive program culture.

Run For The Hills

8 a.m. — Benton Cnty Fairgrounds — Registration required — Participate in scenic trail runs and support local land conservation efforts.

Downtown Community Gathering

5:30-7 p.m. — The Plaza — Free entry — Engage in downtown initiatives and connect with your community.

Red White & Blue Riverfront Festival

Time TBD — Riverfront Commemorative Park — Free entry — Celebrate the nation's birthday with live music, food vendors, and fun for the whole family along the scenic Willamette River.