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Corvallis
Wednesday, November 5th, 2025
Good morning, Corvallis. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 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. Corvallis Gazette-Times
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. KEZI
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ 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. Philomath News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. KEZI
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ 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. Philomath News
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
In matters of style, swim with the current; in matters of principle, stand like a rock.
~ Thomas Jefferson
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