Good morning, Corvallis.

On Monday, the Corvallis Fire Department and Benton County Sheriff’s Office conducted a water rescue near the Booneville Channel and Kiger Island Drive after a kayaker overturned amid high water, and he was safely brought ashore—he remained uninjured but cold.

A train derailment near Avery Park in January caused about 198.28 tons of urea pellets to spill into Marys River, raising concerns about increased nitrogen levels.

On Nov. 25, DEQ fined Portland & Western Railroad $81,600 and ordered a review of wooden trestle bridges.

Corvallis Clinic is ending its OB-GYN services, leaving patients to find new providers and sometimes travel to Portland for care.

City officials reveal 1,938 affordable (workforce) housing units are planned for 2026 in Corvallis following updated code changes; projects include apartments, senior housing, and cottage clusters, with additional market rate and middle housing developments in the pipeline.

Corazón New Year’s Party 2026

8:30 PM – 12:00 AM — Corazón — $40 General Admission | $35 for Wine Club Members — Dance the night away with exceptional wines, handcrafted cocktails, and gourmet food as you ring in the new year.

Winter Bloom Arranging Workshop

5:30-7 p.m. — 2 Towns Ciderhouse — $55 per person — Create a stunning winter flower arrangement with locally sourced blooms and expert guidance.