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CORVALLIS, Ore. — The Benton County Sheriff's Office says that every year, children die in shootings that could have been prevented by responsible gun security. "In 90% of firearm-related youth suicides and unintentional shootings, the firearm came from the home of the victim or from a friend or family member," BCSO...

Guy Schultz has participated in many veterans powwows, usually in the honor guard, having served in the U.S. Army in the 1970s. But until this weekend, Schultz had never before carried the Eagle Staff, a large wooden staff covered in eagle feathers. It’s a sacred emblem of seniority among Indigenous service members...

West Valley Hospital’s Cafe West in Dallas, Oregon, has started a food donation program to support the local food bank. The program is modeled after a similar effort at Salem Hospital. Melinda Stamy, nutrition services supervisor, said the goal is to help people in need, especially during difficult times.

For 40 years, one video rental store in McMinnville has been entertaining and connecting the community to their favorite movies.

Newberg churches will host two of the stops on Dec. 7 and Dec. 22. Cantata [kuhn-tah-tuh]: noun – a choral composition, either sacred and resembling a short oratorio or secular, as a lyric drama set to music but not to be acted. But the Community Christmas Cantata in Yamhill...

Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Corvallis, OR – The Benton County Sheriff’s Office is giving away free gun locks this week as part of a safety campaign to prevent youth firearm deaths and accidents. According to the sheriff’s office, 90%...

Despite a productive day offensively, Oregon State turned the ball over three times and was stopped on fourth down on three separate occasions.

This is the time of year when Albany bicycle riders must sometimes use the driving lanes because the designated bike lanes are blocked by piles of autumn leaves. I think drivers understand that, and I appreciate those that make an effort to give me a wider berth than normal. The...

BENTON COUNTY, Ore. — Families and fungi fans gathered at Beazell Memorial Forest on Sunday, Nov. 9, for Mushroom Day 2025, a celebration of the fascinating world of fungi. The annual event, hosted by Corvallis Parks and Recreation, brought together partners from Benton County, Oregon State University, the Corvallis...

In the quest to find job opportunities in the Salem area, residents have been seeking advice on various platforms. They are interested in exploring job search platforms other than the commonly used ones like Indeed and LinkedIn. The discussion revolves around recommendations for alternative platforms and personal...