Good morning, Corvallis.

CASA Voices for Children ended its contract on July 6 after failing to file required audits, so CASA of Linn County will now provide volunteer advocacy in Benton County + the Oregon CASA Network is planning a long-term solution to keep support flowing for vulnerable children.

Philomath Fire and Rescue responded to a vehicle fire at a rural residence off Rexford Lane Friday afternoon, arriving within nine minutes and quickly extinguishing the blaze before it reached nearby wildland vegetation.

Experts at the Cascadia Lifelines Program urge state and port officials to invest in retrofitting buildings and roads to withstand a potential Cascadia earthquake.

Meetings between government officials and the port will occur in the coming weeks to plan vital infrastructure upgrades.

After donations dropped nearly 25% in June, the American Red Cross declared an emergency and is holding blood drives in Corvallis starting July 20 at Toyota of Corvallis, Grace Lutheran Church, and Market of Choice; donors will receive a movie ticket for contributions this month.

Muddy Creek Summer Family Preview Day

Most people don't know Corvallis has a charter school or assume it's expensive. Have you heard of Muddy Creek? They are a FREE outdoorsy/project-based charter school that still has space for grades K-5 for fall! Check out their Summer Family Preview Day: Sunday, July 19 (3-5 p.m.) Popsicles, activities, & school tour! RSVP to [email protected]

June Swoon Concert Featuring Fiona Daley, Jay & Hex

5-9 p.m. — Corvallis Music Collective — Admission varies — Immerse yourself in the exploratory sounds of June Swoon alongside fellow artists Fiona Daley and Jay & Hex.