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Oregon State University PhD student Saichon Sumantakul (left) and second year biohealth science major Melissa Richards preparing silverware for Stone Soup diners at First Christian Church in downtown Corvallis, Ore. on May 24.

Stone Soup Corvallis Inc. faces increased demand for meals, seeks community volunteers

Sam Misa, News Contributor
June 6, 2022

Corvallis Ore. based group Stone Soup Corvallis Inc. has experienced increases in demand for meals as high as 40% this year compared to last year, and is seeking the help of volunteers.  “This demand,...

An illustration depicting a Corvallis neighborhood being given $10,000 for a community enrichment project from the City of Corvallis. The Epowerment Grant recently reopened after a one-year pause for COVID-19, providing the opportunity for community neighborhoods and organizations to apply and potentially earn a portion of the $10,000 available.

The Empowerment Grant reopens after one-year COVID-19 pause

Lara Rivera, News Contributor
February 9, 2022

The Empowerment Grant, offered by the City of Corvallis for neighborhood and community grants, opened again on Feb.1 after a one-year pause due to COVID-19.  The Empowerment Grant was on hiatus until...

Part of the Giustina Gallery Celebrate Oregon’s Diversity art exhibit on Jan. 20 at the LaSells Stewart Center on the Oregon State University Corvallis, Ore. campus. The exhibit features 63 artists ranging in medias and is open until March 18.

Giustina Gallery celebrates Oregon’s diversity with multi-media exhibition

Art exhibit, featuring 63 local artists, ongoing until March 18
Katterlea MacGregor, News Contributor
February 7, 2022

Local artists are displaying their interpretation of Oregon’s diversity in an upcoming exhibit at the Giustina Gallery at the LaSells Stewart Center on the Oregon State University Corvallis campus. The...

Grace Johnson and Paige McClain preparing dinner on a Tuesday night for the diners waiting in line outside of the building. Both volunteers are students of Oregon State University.

Modern Issues Scrutinized Accordingly: For just two hours a week, you can help over 100 houseless people

Sam Misa, Columnist
January 3, 2022

Editor’s Note: This column does not represent the opinion of The Daily Barometer. This column reflects the personal opinions of the writer. As fellow residents of Corvallis, Ore. dedicating just a...

Pastega Christmas Light Display returns to brighten Corvallis festive spirit

Riley LeCocq, News Contributor
December 16, 2021

After 2020’s event was canceled due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the Pastega Christmas Light Display returns to its 250-piece display, bringing the holiday season to the Corvallis community. For...

State Senator Sara Gelser  represents Senate District 8, which includes Corvallis, Ore.

OSU, Corvallis community members voice dissatisfaction with the board’s decision to place Alexander on probation

Millicent Durand, News Contributor
March 21, 2021

Editor’s Note: Content warning—story contains mention of sexual harassment and assault.The Oregon State University and Corvallis, Ore. communities have expressed anger and dissatisfaction following...

Team-based Rapid Assessment of Community-level coronavirus Epidemics provides timely information that enables public health officials, individuals and the university to curb the spread of the coronavirus. The tent is located between the Kelley Engineering Center and Student Health Services. More information can be found on the TRACE website.

COVID-19 testing continuously available to OSU community; TRACE Project offering free testing before holidays

Artur Pinheiro da Silva, COVID-19 Beat Reporter
November 15, 2020

Oregon State University, together with Benton County health officials and TRACE-OSU, are working steadily to provide information and testing for those that need it. TRACE-OSU centers are testing hundreds...

This photo was taken on March 15, 2020. We Have Work To Do aims to raise awareness around campus with branded buttons and stickers. Their message is a reminder that there is still work to be done to support and uplift minoritized community members.

Letter from the Editor: The Baro must uplift minority voices, strengthen relationships, serve the community

Jaycee Kalama, Incoming Editor-in-Chief
September 7, 2020

In the wake of the Black Lives Matter movement, the COVID-19 pandemic and Oregon State University’s development of an in-house police force, news media—including The Daily Barometer—plays an overwhelmingly...

Benton County, along with other counties across the state, have successfully flattened the curve amid the COVID-19 pandemic, consequently resulting in Phase 1 of Oregon’s reopening plan. However, the risk of a second wave remains.  

Benton County flattens curve, strives to avoid ‘second wave’

Jada Krening, News Correspondent
May 27, 2020

Benton County, along with other counties across the state, have successfully flattened the curve amid the COVID-19 pandemic, consequently resulting in Phase 1 of Oregon’s reopening plan. However, the...

Burt Hall Fire

Fire on Oregon State campus contained

The Baro Staff
November 30, 2018

The fire that started in a lab room of Burt Hall earlier today has been extinguished according to Fire Prevention Officer Jim Patton. Although no one was harmed, Patton expressed precautions that there...

Native American Heritage month

OSU celebrates Native American Heritage Month

Coral Avery, News Contributor
November 13, 2018

November marks Native American Heritage Month, a celebration of American Indian and Alaskan Native tradition, history and culture, and the Native American Longhouse Eena Haws will be holding events throughout. Proclaimed...

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FIRST! celebrates first-generation students

Chloe Stewart, News Contributor
November 13, 2018

On Thursday, Nov. 8, first generation students, students who are the first in their families to attend college, gathered in the Willamette East/West room in the library to mingle, enjoy a bite to eat,...

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