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Corvallis, Oregon Patch AM: a 5 min readHi there, Corvallis! We've got your morning read ready! Read on to stay connected. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- See how Corvallis billboards are redefining what your pharmacist can do
- How Corvallis-grown potatoes could help feed astronauts on the moon
- How OSU researchers in Corvallis want your AI apps to slow you down
Also on today's calendar: BOOTH for KYAQ Community Radio 91.7 FM & KYAQ CARES (Community Access Radio Emergency Services) and 8 more events.
Today's riddle: what do you call a rabbit with fleas? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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- Wednesday: Cooler with a passing shower, with a high of 64 and low of 45 degrees.
- Thursday: Cloudy with a shower possible, temps: high: 68, low: 46.
- Friday: Mostly cloudy, with a high of 61 and low of 45 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
• Independent Pharmacy-Focused Campaigns : small pharmacy (trendhunter.com) — Independent pharmacies in Corvallis are being spotlighted in a new “Small Pharmacy. Big Care.” campaign that uses local billboards to highlight services beyond filling prescriptions. Funded by the Oregon Health Authority and led by OSU’s College of Pharmacy, the effort encourages residents to tap neighborhood pharmacists for immunizations, quitting tobacco, medication reviews, and chronic disease support. 
• Spuds in space? NASA-backed research grows potatoes in moon-like soil at Oregon State University (kgw.com) — Oregon State University researchers in Corvallis are testing how potatoes might grow in moon-like soil, work that could eventually help feed astronauts on future lunar missions. By adding worm compost to simulated lunar regolith, the team produced healthy spuds comparable to Earth-grown controls, highlighting Corvallis’ role in cutting-edge space agriculture research.
• Design tweaks promote responsible AI use for environmental protection, research shows (oregonstate.edu) — Researchers based in Corvallis at Oregon State University found that simple design “speed bumps” in AI tools can nudge users to think about energy use and environmental impact. Their study suggests that prompts to slow down, search existing images, or reflect on AI’s footprint can make people more inclined to use these systems responsibly.
📸 Around Corvallis
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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BOOTH for KYAQ Community Radio 91.7 FM & KYAQ CARES (Community Access Radio Emergency Services) →
Bloomfest Festival, Performing Arts Center, Newport, Oregon,
3:00 pm -
WHY KYAQ COMMUNITY RADIO 91.7 FM CARES (Community Access Radio Emergency Services)??? →
MEET & GREET BOOTH AT BLOOMFEST, Performing Arts Center, Newport,
3:00 pm
Saturday May 16
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Other local events
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Budget Committee Meeting
Corvallis SD 509J Corvallis School District, 1555 SW 35th St, Corvallis, OR 97333
6:30 pm -
Legally Blonde | Majestic Mainstage Spring Musical
The Arts Center The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis, OR, 973333
7:30 pm -
Friday Assembly
Lincoln Elem (School Events Calendar)-Lincoln-entary - School Event
8:00 am -
Legally Blonde | Majestic Mainstage Spring Musical
The Arts Center The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis, OR, 973333
7:30 pm -
Community Booth - Corvallis Promise
Corvallis SD 509J Corvallis Farmers' Market, NW 1st St, Corvallis, OR 97330, USA
8:30 am -
LINCOLN CARNIVAL
Lincoln Elem (School Events Calendar)-Lincoln-entary - School Event
11:00 am -
Third Saturday Contra Dance →
4515 SW West Hills Rd, Corvallis
7:00 pm -
Legally Blonde | Majestic Mainstage Spring Musical
The Arts Center The Majestic Theatre, 115 SW 2nd St, Corvallis, OR, 973333
7:30 pm -
Amplify Testing
Lincoln Elem (School Events Calendar)-Lincoln-entary - School Event
Thursday May 14
Friday May 15
Saturday May 16
Monday May 18
📣 Corvallis Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Philomath Storytime →
Philomath Community Library, 1050 Applegate St, Philomath
10:30 am -
Tuesday String Band: Mary's River Grange Workshop, Show and Jam →
Marys River Grange 685, 24707 Grange Hall Rd, Philomath
6:30 pm -
Next Steps PK - SRF
Clemens Primary Philomath, OR 97370
8:00 am -
K-8 Science Fair
Kings Valley Charter Philomath, OR 97370
5:30 pm
Wednesday May 13
Thursday May 14
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- 🔥 It's Wildfire Awareness Month and 5 feet could save your home.
Benton and Lincoln Counties are teaming up this May to help our communities get ready before fire season hits. Fire experts are forecasting a… (Nextdoor Technology Loop) - This is a photo taken in Willamette Park.
The plant on the right is poison hemlock. This isn't the only area in the park where it has been spotted. All parts of the poison hemlock—leaves,… (Nextdoor CoHo / Southtown)
- InstantServe LLC posted a job opening for OR - Health Plans Mail Tech (Days) - BILL RATE INCREASED in Corvallis. Apply here.
- City of Corvallis Oregon posted a job opening for Parking Enforcement Officer in Corvallis. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Corvallis here.
🗞 Nearby News
Philomath
- Wagner 10th as Huskies place fourth as team in district golf (lebanonlocalnews.com)
Albany
- Linn-Benton Community College raises over $83K for students (kezi.com)
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- Safety event targets drugs (sweethomenews.com)
Lebanon
- A Deeper Look at the irst Years of the Lebanon Boys & Girls Club (lebanonlocalnews.com)
Ok Corvallis! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Bugs Bunny ! (Thank you bruce A. for sending it in!)
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