Good morning, Corvallis.

Pastor Rachel Profitt was installed on Sept.

7 at New Life Fellowship Foursquare Church at 1412 Applegate St.—She left a larger church to lead the 37-member congregation in Philomath and plans to build strong relationships by hosting recovery and study groups.

The Benton County Genealogical Society will host its monthly program featuring a RootsTech video presentation titled 'Becoming Betsey' on Saturday at 11 a.m. at Philomath Museum+ a members meeting opens at 10:30 a.m. for anyone interested in learning new research techniques for finding female ancestors.

Oregon State University surpassed $417 million in research expenditures for the second year in a row—this spending has generated nearly $800 million in local economic impact.

The university completed the PacWave facility and will open the Collaborative Innovation Complex in 2026 to boost advances in energy, precision medicine and artificial intelligence.

Philomath High won a boys soccer match against Newport 1-0 on Oct.

9 after scoring an early goal in the third minute—sophomore Sammy Hernandez passed to junior Jacob Hernandez—and improved their league record to 3-2 with their fifth shutout this season.

Philomath football finished a 33-6 win over Cottage Grove on Oct 9 at Herald White Stadium—Gavin Bennett ran for 85 yards including an 18-yard touchdown before coaches put in younger players, and the team now prepares for a 7 p.m. homecoming kickoff against Junction City.

Philomath High girls soccer won 6-3 at Newport on Oct.

9—improving their league record to 5-0 with key goals in both halves; the team will play on the road Tuesday in Sweet Home.

The Philomath High School volleyball team beat Sweet Home in straight sets on Thursday evening—winning 25-17, 25-14, 25-21—and improved to a 5–1 league record while staying near Cascade in the standings.

22nd Annual St. Anne Greek Fest

11 a.m. - 7 p.m. — Lewisburg Grange Hall — Free admission — Enjoy delicious Greek food, live music, and family-friendly fun at this community celebration.

The Great Pumpkin Run

9 AM – 12 PM — Ashbrook Independent School — Registration required — Celebrate the fall season with a fun run and costume contest for the whole family.

Bloktoberfest 2025

5-11 p.m. — Block 15 Brewing Downtown Pub — $10 admission — Celebrate Oktoberfest with live music, German food, and stein-holding competitions under the big tent.

Mini Kiss Live Performance

8-11:30 p.m. — Bombs Away Cafe - A Rockin' Taqueria — Free entry — Experience the high-energy rock tribute from Mini Kiss in an unforgettable night of music.

Children's Halloween Party

4-6 p.m. — Corvallis-Benton County Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate Halloween with games, candy, and costumes in a safe, fun environment for kids.

Willamette Bewitched Halloween Paddle

10 a.m.-2 p.m. — Crystal Lake Sports Fields — Free entry — Celebrate Halloween with a festive paddle on the Willamette River in costume and support a community food drive.

Majestic Movie Extravaganza: Hocus Pocus

7 p.m. — Majestic Theatre — $15 — Experience the classic tale of witches and mischief in Salem this Halloween.

Vaulted Aviary: Happily Ever After... After Dark

7 p.m. — Whiteside Theatre — $10 pre-sales, $15 at the door — Experience whimsical tales with thrilling acrobatics after dark.