While federal and state contests see most of the electoral drama each November, it’s the local electeds that impact our lives the most each day. For our county, it’s a three member Board of Commissioners that do the governing, and … Continued
Corvallis’ artistic community has mounted a creative response to working and presenting amid a pandemic, therefore our next CitySpeak forum examines what they’ve learned and how it may impact the arts after COVID. Experiences have shifted for audiences, and in … Continued
Corvallis has a new police chief, and for our next CitySpeak forum, he’ll be fielding questions from the public and our moderators. Police Chief Nick Hurley ascended to his current post on June 30 this year, taking over a department … Continued
For our next CitySpeak forum, Corvallis School Superintendent Ryan Noss and School Board Chair Sami Al-Abdrabbuh discuss education and student social dynamics amid a pandemic, they will also field questions from the public. You can anticipate a candid conversation about … Continued
In the words of John Lewis, “Get in good trouble, necessary trouble.” Local attorney Lorena Reynolds brings Corvallisites tips for protesters doing just that. Reynolds will be appearing at The Advocate’s next CitySpeak forum, scheduled for Tuesday, August 18. The … Continued
Our next CitySpeak Forum, scheduled for Tuesday, July 21, will feature local experts conducting what amounts to a “Pandemic Check-up,” exploring local epidemiology and mental health during the time of COVID-19. Airing live on The Corvallis Advocate website and Facebook … Continued
With all the other news, environmental sustainability is not top of mind of late – but our fates are still inextricably tied to the earth, and the climate crisis. Our next CitySpeak Forum offers a check-in with our local governments … Continued
Bringing people together that work at the frontlines of current racial tensions, our next CitySpeak draws at the heart of the current moment from a variety of vantage points. This free livestream event will present dialogue that progresses towards justice and equality … Continued
CANCELLED: This month’s City Club Lunch Forum has been cancelled due to concerns surrounding the spread of COVID-19. We appreciate your understanding. —————————————- With earth month around the corner, this month’s City Club Lunch offers a check-in with our … Continued
This year’s City Club of Corvallis State of the City comes at the start of a new decade rife with opportunities and challenges for the community we all share. Topics will range from sustainability to economics, and also include housing … Continued
