Good morning, Corvallis.

Philomath High junior Jacoby Babcock finished third overall in the Cascadia Dirt Cup series while Philomath Elementary opened the new Hot Lava Course on Wednesday for nearly 400 students and Out West Farm and Ranch was honored by the sheriff’s office for supporting K-9s.

Philomath-based Pioneer Connect has permanently lowered internet rates for over 85% of its customers — the fiber package now costs $84.95 with a Price for Life guarantee and discounts for autopay and paperless billing — effective immediately for residential and business subscribers. Customers will receive notifications of the rate changes.

The State Advisory Committee on Historic Preservation will meet Oct.

15—16 in Corvallis at the Benton County Museum Collins Family Education and Event Space to review eight historic property nominations for the National Register, including the Edith Yang House. The meeting is open to the public with a hybrid option via Zoom.

Cascade defeated Philomath 68-0 at Clemens Field on Friday, Oct.

2, extending their winning streak to 18 games. Philomath will face Gladstone on Thursday as they aim to bounce back.