Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of November.
Good morning, Corvallis.
Local food banks and agencies in Benton County have shared information on where to donate and get food amid SNAP uncertainty — nearly 13,000 residents rely on these benefits and need support during this time.
Officials say the guide offers critical help to those experiencing food insecurity.
Benton County search teams rescued two mushroom hunters—a 76-year-old woman lost on Oct.
9 near Highway 34 by Alsea and a 32-year-old man reported missing on Nov. 3 near Woods Creek Road outside Philomath after searchers spotted HELP spelled with sticks—with both found safe and without injuries.
Devon Dobek, a 51-year-old Philomath High graduate, went missing on Oct.
31 in Mount Hood National Forest after he messaged a friend about an early return from his hunting trip—search teams from multiple agencies have been combing challenging, wildfire-scarred terrain since Tuesday using cellphone data and aerial support.
The Benton County Board of Commissioners approved the conditional expansion of Coffin Butte Landfill after public hearings held on October 22 and 23 + adding conditions such as increased monitoring and funding for a full-time oversight role.
The board will meet again on November 17 to adopt written findings, and Republic Services must show it meets the new requirements.
The Philomath Warriors girls soccer team battled heavy rain on Tuesday at Philomath HS to win 4-1 over Molalla with Ana Candanoza, Kya Bolton, and Ellie Dye scoring while Makena Sleeman made eight saves—now the team will travel on Saturday to face third-seeded Scappoose in the quarterfinal rematch.
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.
North Texas Mean Green vs. Oregon State Beavers Basketball
6:30 – 8:00 PM — Gill Coliseum — Check website for ticket prices — An exciting college basketball match-up in Corvallis.
Lightnin' Luke Concert
7-11:30 p.m. — Bombs Away Cafe - A Rockin' Taqueria — Check venue for ticket info — Experience the soulful folk tunes of Lightnin' Luke with powerful vocals and heartfelt lyrics.
A Merely Merrie Christmas Story
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Majestic Theatre — $17 — Experience a Shakespearean twist on a holiday classic with humor and slapstick charm.
Rock Concert Benefit for Lumina Hospice
7-9:30 p.m. — Ashbrook Independent School — $88 General Admission, $150 VIP — Experience a unique fusion of classical and rock music while supporting local hospice and youth musicians.
Winter's Eve Corvallis
Holiday Celebration — Evening — Downtown Corvallis — $50 per person — A sparkling evening with shopping, music, wine, and food benefiting local children and families.
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