As ice and freezing temperatures began creeping into town on Jan. 13, a handful of local nonprofits, in conjunction with the City of Corvallis kicked into high gear as they facilitated emergency shelter for community members needing a warm place to stay. Whenever the county announces a weather emergency, Faith, Hope and Charity Inc., a.
Daytime warming centers will open throughout Benton County due to forecasts calling for severe winter weather this weekend, according to county officials.