Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 27th of August.
Good morning, Corvallis.
🏘️ Community
The Philomath Youth Activities Club is launching its 18th annual Getaway Giveaway Raffle so community members can win vacation prizes while supporting local youth programs.
Tickets cost $10 each or three for $25 with only 1,000 available and the drawing is on Oct. 20— the grand prize is a weeklong stay at Marival Emotions Resort in Nuevo Vallarta with airfare for two and a $1,200 allowance while winners pay resort fees.
📰 Economy
In July, Benton County’s unemployment rate was 4% after losing 130 jobs from June and 190 fewer nonfarm jobs from last July, while Oregon’s overall rate rose to a record 5% since July 2021.
State data showed that financial, professional and health care sectors lost many jobs even though construction and transportation gained, and Intel laid off 2,400 workers in July — a sign of wider manufacturing cuts — as job losses continued.
🏈 Sports
Philomath High’s coach Alex Firth is readying the Warriors for a new football season after last year’s playoff win.
The team will open on Friday against Stayton—using returning players and new talent to improve their game when the weather turns.
🎉 Corvallis Events
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The Standard's Volunteer Expo
6 PM — Chintimini Park — Free entry — Connect with local nonprofits and make a difference in your community at Oregon's premier volunteer event.
2025 Fall Festival Book Sale
12-3 p.m. (donors only) & 3-5:30 p.m. — Corvallis-Benton County Public Library — Free entry (donors may need to donate $20 for early access) — Browse hundreds of books, DVDs, and music CDs at this community sale.
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