Good morning, Corvallis.

Benton County leaders celebrated the opening of the new crisis center at 240 NW Fourth Street in Corvallis on June 20 and invited the public to an open house Saturday, June 28, from 9 a.m. to noon.

Gov. Tina Kotek, Congresswoman Val Hoyle, and county officials led the ribbon-cutting and said that walk-in crisis counseling and mobile crisis dispatch will begin on July 7 — with additional services added later.

Between June 14 and June 21, BCSO responded to several incidents including a motorcycle crash on Fern Road caused by gravel, a hit-and-run at a Woods Creek Road trailhead reported by a Corvallis man, and a vehicle that went off Plymouth Drive where an 18-year-old was cited for marijuana possession while officers made other arrests in the region.

Following severe spring storms and flooding, the U.S. Small Business Administration approved Gov. Tina Kotek's request for disaster relief loans for businesses, homeowners, renters, and nonprofits in affected counties.

In these areas, homeowners may borrow up to $500,000 for property and businesses up to $2 million for repairs while physical damage claims must be submitted by August 25—economic injury claims are due in March.

Open Streets Corvallis

11:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. — Willamette Park And Natural Area — Free entry — Enjoy a car-free parade and street festival led by the DTW Street Band in Northern Corvallis.

Philomath Frolic & Rodeo

7:00 PM – 11:59 PM — Philomath Frolic & Rodeo Inc — Ticket prices vary — Experience three nights of thrilling rodeo action at the 72nd annual celebration.

Special Olympics Oregon Summer State Games

Friday to Sunday — Oregon State University — Free for spectators — Celebrate athletic achievements at the state-level competition featuring various sports and activities.

Graand Kinetic Challenge

10 a.m. — Crystal Lake Sports Fields — Free admission — Watch imaginative human-powered vehicles race through terrain and water in a whimsical competition.

Corvallis Celtic Festival

Various times — Central Park — Mostly free — Celebrate Celtic culture with vibrant music, dancing, and engaging workshops.

Clyde Mcgee Live Performance

7-11:30 p.m. — Bombs Away Cafe - A Rockin' Taqueria — Enjoy great food and foot-stomping music with Clyde Mcgee from the Bridge City Sinners.

Art and Wine in the Garden 2025

10 AM – 4 PM — Garland Nursery — Free entry — Explore a vibrant garden filled with local artisans and enjoy fine wines while immersing in artistic creations.