The Corvallis Advocate

Pigs on the Wing Comes to Corvallis’ Majestic Theatre

August 29, 2012

The tribute band will play the famous “Dark Side of the Rainbow” set, purported to uncannily synchronize Pink Floyd’s Dark Side of the Moon album with the visuals of The Wizard of Oz Read More

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Corvallis City Budget: Are Salaries the Problem?

August 29, 2012

In Corvallis, the budget's in trouble but the salaries of city staff are as high as ever. Read More

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CDC’s Latest Obesity Stats

August 29, 2012

New CDC obesity stats place Oregon among fattest states. Read More

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Print and Digital Media: A Case for Coexistence

August 29, 2012

In a world with such diverse media, why can’t both print and digital forms continue to exist? Read More

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Corvallis’ Own Pear Genebank

August 29, 2012

Corvallis’ National Clonal Germplasm Repository hosts a world-renowned collection of pears. Read More

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Alan Kapuler: Ecological Sanity in an Era of Corporate Monoculture

August 29, 2012

Corvallis’ Dr. Alan Kapuler maintains and encourages organic practices and biodiversity in modern agriculture. Read More

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Movie Review: Queen of Versailles

August 29, 2012

In Queen of Versailles, director Lauren Greensfield manages to humanize two of the least human humans in America Read More

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Culture Fail: Barbies of the World – Just Racism?

August 29, 2012

Barbies of the World: Still stereotypical, now racist? Read More

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The Bounty of Benton County – September 1-3

August 29, 2012

Each location provides something of value for passport holders –a wine tasting, food sampling, and discounts on items, tours or experiences. Read More

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Labor Day Luau at FireWorks – September 3

August 29, 2012

Enjoy Chef Danny’s Luau Plate, Hawaiian Shaved Ice Daiquiris, Island Drink Specials, and local brews by Block 15, Oregon Trail, Calapooia and Ninkasi. This event is open to all ages, and admission is free! Read More

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Calendar: August 30 – September 6

August 29, 2012

Events this week in the Corvallis area:...

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New Issue: August 23rd, 2012

August 23, 2012

In this Issue of The Corvallis Advocate…...

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Hot Wastewater: Is Corvallis’ ‘Talking Water’ Just Talk?

August 23, 2012

The Corvallis Public Works Department plans to cool the city's too-warm wastewater by constructing an artificial wetlands at Orleans Natural Area--a site originally slated for reforestation. Read More

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Wondering what to do with 30 Extra Cucumbers? Plant a Row for the Hungry

August 23, 2012

Does your garden produce excess fruits and vegetables each season? Donate your fresh produce to the Mid-Willamette Valley Plant a Row for the Hungry program to help feed your neighbors in need. Read More

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Ouya Console: Gaming Goes Open Source

August 23, 2012

Take a brief look at a revolutionary new system that hopes to reshape the way consumers enjoy video games. Read More

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Cleaning Up Our Bike Lanes: Help Dan Crall of Corvallis Pedicab Keep Local Cyclists Safe from Debris

August 23, 2012

Glass and other roadside garbage can pose serious hazards for cyclists. Crall developed portable sweeping set-ups for cyclists to carry on their daily rides to help rid bike lanes of potentially dangerous trash. Read More

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Artist Profile: Jonathan Day

August 23, 2012

Local artist Jonathan Day shares his beautifully whimsical artwork, emphasizing on the human form. (Presented by Midnight Muse Magazine) Read More

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Summer in Oregon: Keeping Out the Ants Without the Poison

August 23, 2012

Tired of those pesky ants crawling into your home? Don’t use a chemical product like Raid—use these safe tips to protect your house from ants without killing them, too. Read More

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