Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of July.
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🎭 Culture
At Saturday’s Philomath Classic Car Show at City Park, 244 classic cars were on display and local enthusiasts shared their restoration stories.
Gene Stemmann detailed his 18-year project on a 1947 Chevrolet Fleetmaster Cabriolet—adding modern upgrades while keeping its original style—and contestants also competed for awards like Best of Show.
🏛️ Government
On July 4, a grass fire started on Gentry Street in Wren when sparks from a property owner's metal grinding ignited nearby grass — he used his hose to help put out the flames and fire crews added extra water lines before the Oregon Department of Forestry took over.
On July 9, fire crews responded to an electrical surge at a Main Street building that led to an evacuation and handled other emergency medical calls during the week.
🏈 Sports
More than 1,500 athletes gathered at Oregon State University for the Oregon Special Olympics, where they competed in bocce, softball, golf and track to celebrate inclusion and sportsmanship.
Top performers will represent Oregon at the Special Olympics USA Games in Minneapolis—Nike also announced a new global partnership with Special Olympics.
🎉 Corvallis Events
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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.
Benton County Fair & Rodeo
7 p.m. — Benton County Fairgrounds — $8-$10 — Experience live music, thrilling rides, and rodeo excitement all in one location.
2025 Oregon Senior Games
Aug 1-3 — Corvallis Community Center — Check OregonSeniorGames.com for details — A competitive and social event for active seniors in beautiful Corvallis.
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