In January 2026 the Oregon Health Authority changed the health-related services program name to flexible services. This change was based on feedback from coordinated care organizations (CCOs), community partners and Oregon Health Plan (OHP) members to alleviate confusion with OHP covered benefits for health-related social needs.
For more information and the full announcement, visit the Oregon Health Authority Flexible Services website.
The Benton County Board of Commissioners proclaimed June 2025 as 2SLGBTQIA+ Pride Month in Benton County at the June 10 meeting. Representatives from the Philomath Pride Collective read a proclamation honoring the Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and additional people who identify as part of sexual and gender diverse communities within the 2SLGBTQI+…
Saturday, June 28 from 12:00 pm – 5:00 pmLincoln City Cultural Center, 540 NE Highway 101 All ages are welcome to join this celebration of pride, love, and acceptance. Activities include, music and dance performances, pedestrian Pride Parade on the Poetry Path, LGBTQ+ resource and vendor fair with 30+ booths, and more.
Date: Saturday, June 28 Time: 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Free Admission Location: Philomath City Park; 299 23rd Street, Philomath Join the 2025 Philomath Pride Festival. This is a free event open to all ages.