Good morning, Corvallis.

Corvallis police arrested local man Seth Amos Grace after he attacked another man with a katana-style sword early Saturday on August 30 at his home on Northwest 23rd Street – the victim suffered a serious leg injury and was taken to Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center while his companion was treated for a broken nose.

A juvenile male cougar was euthanized Monday afternoon outside NW Corvallis after it killed a goat and posed a threat to human safety, authorities said—Benton County Sheriff’s Office officials noted the animal was seen in residential backyards and showed no fear of people.

City staff will ask the Council to approve an investment resolution analysis on a BDS resolution at tonight's meeting—while a resident's letter details a neighbor's antisemitic outburst that led her to call the police.

The letter warns that such measures could encourage further hate incidents in Corvallis.

Tonight, the City Council will hire an outside evaluator to review City Manager Mark Shepard's performance over the past year—some council members say the selection process appears rushed and biased while alternative bids were ignored.

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.

Corvallis Fall Fest

1-7 p.m. — Central Park — Free entry — Celebrate fall with live music from Ida Jane & The Weekend Gardeners blending acoustic styles in a vibrant community atmosphere.

Corvallis Fall Festival 2025

1-7 p.m. — Corvallis Fall Festival — All ages welcome — Celebrate local culture with a community 5K & 10K run at Oregon State University's campus.