Good morning, Corvallis.

Nearly two dozen teams worked hard two hours before Sunday’s Public Safety Chili Cook-Off at the rodeo grounds as they prepared their chili entries.

The event shows a friendly rivalry among law enforcement teams from Philomath, Benton County, and Corvallis that will benefit the 4 Spirits Veterans Scholarship Fund plus give them a chance at local bragging rights.

The City of Corvallis launched Corvallis Connect — an online portal that lets residents report issues like potholes and clogged drains and track the status of their reports.

City staff will use the system to assign work and send automated updates.

At least 1,100 residents expressed their views on the proposed $200 million city hall and police headquarters project, with consultant Cameron Arial set to present survey details at the Oct 6 council meeting — though release of the report may be delayed.

Public critic Karen Cannon warned during Sept 2 public comments that funds might be better spent on urgent basic needs — a sentiment that adds caution to the project’s future plans.

Philomath High School volleyball team posted its first season win Tuesday with a 28-26, 25-16, 25-15 victory—recovering from last week's loss.

Coach Whitney Thomas said the team showed more confidence and will host Marist Catholic Thursday at 6 p.m.

Philomath High's girls soccer team earned a 3-0 win over Gladstone when lightning forced the game to stop in the 64th minute on Tuesday and officials later declared the result final—Gladstone left the field after nearly two hours of delay.

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.

Condor 25K Trail Run

9 AM — Peavy Arboretum — $55-$66 entry — Experience a scenic 25K trail run through the stunning McDonald Forest in memory of Dave 'Condor' Bateham.