Students neglected by SNAP
The current application process for food benefits in Oregon does not act fairly toward students who are short on money and need a way to feed themselves. Read More
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Winning Sick Town Derby Dames Offer Butt-Kicking Junior League
The Candy Stripers Jr Derby League for 10-14 year-olds in the Willamette Valley builds confidence, sportsmanship, and self-esteem in local young men and women—this sport makes you feel good about yourself! Read More
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Artist Profile: Snail
Every drawing starts as a scribble to make the blank page less intimidating, and from each scribble comes the expression of Snail's subconscious thoughts and feelings related to her emotional world. Read More
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This Week: Xenat-Ra Releases New Album at the Majestic Theatre, with Special Guest Mosley Wotta
Corvallis’ own Xenat-Ra releases their new album, Science For The Soundman, with a performance at the Majestic Theatre, October 6th at 9 p.m, with special guest Bend-based poet/rapper/activist Mosley Wotta. Read More
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Sex, Booze and the College Freshman
If we can blame the undeveloped frontal lobe for, say, 20 percent of the mistakes you’ll make in college, it’s safe to attribute the lion’s share of the rest to alcohol. Read More
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Corvallis’ Sexual Health: The Low-Down on Sexually Transmitted Infections
About half of the approximately 19 million new STI cases diagnosed in the U.S. each year occur in 15 to 24 year-olds—so if you’ve tested positive for an STI in the past, you’re anything but alone. Read More
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Study-Friendly Coffee Shops: Good Coffee, Tasty Food… Free Wifi!
Corvallis is full of study-friendly coffee shops full of good food, delicious caffeinated drinks, outlets for your laptop, and free wifi. Read More
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Corvallis’ Local Head Shops: Artistic Glass, Stunningly Rendered
While the utilitarian metal and wood pipe remain staples amongst many, glass remains the cleanest, smoothest, most “refined” way to smoke short of a vaporizer. Read More
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Just a Game Con, 2012: Corvallis’ Best Local Gaming
Hosted by Matt’s Cavalcade of Comics and Cards and Collectibles at the Corvallis Elks Lodge, Just a Game Con features role-playing, and tabletop and board gaming at its finest. Read More
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Friday Night Magic: Corvallis Plays Magic the Gathering
While some are called by the siren of beer and wine, others are roused by the sound of dice on tables, fever pitched battles of luck and skill, and Friday Night Read More
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Culture Fail: Corvallis Could Have Stopped Walmart
There were two ways Corvallis could have stopped Walmart from building in town and city officials overlooked both—or maybe they just didn’t care. Read More
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Xenat-Ra at Corvallis’ Majestic Theater, with Special Guest Mosley Watta – Saturday, Oct 6th at 9 p.m.
Xenat-Ra’s music flawlessly blends hip-hop, jazz, progressive rock, dub, metal, and any other genre that catches their ear. Read More
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CARFAX Debunked
Used car buyers trust CarFax to learn the complete history of a car, but the report could be missing vital information—especially in Oregon. Read More
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Corvallis Celebrates Car Free Day!
With nearly every Corvallis location within a 15-minute bike ride of every other location, there’s almost no reason not to bike, run, or walk more often than you drive. Read More
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Why Corvallis’ Plastic Bag Ban Isn’t Enough: Paper Recycling Isn’t Perfect
Corvallis’ plastic bag ban means that grocery stores will now stock paper bags for customers—but that paper isn’t recyclable forever. Read More
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Artist Profile: Caradon
Donna Beverly and Carolee Clark are long-time friends, each with a unique artistic style—combined, however, their creations take on a form all of their own. Read More
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