Rate hikes on horizon to address sewer needs
The McMinnville City Council wants more information on plans to address $330 million in wastewater capital projects over the next 20 years, citing concerns with growth projections and increasing expenses ...
Hampton Lumber Mills sued by neighbors for noise
Residential neighbors living near Hampton Lumber mill in Willamina have filed a civil lawsuit claiming noise levels violate nuisance laws and physically shake their homes since the facility was upgraded ...
Dayton City manager resigns
Dayton City Manager Jeremy Caudle announced Monday he will be resigning after nearly two years in the role to take a position at Evergreen State College in Olympia, Washington. “I was not searching ...
Stopping By: ‘A ministry of presence’
Leo Keelan makes a point of being there to listen and help when people are going through the worst of times. “This is my walk. I feel compelled to help,” said Keelan, who calls himself “Hope ...
Enrollment steady in Willamina, Amity districts
While many school districts are facing budget cuts because of decreased enrollment, Willamina and Amity numbers remain strong. Willamina Superintendent Mike Gass told the News-Register that the district ...
A good day to Make Music
For the fifth year, Make Music McMinnville will place numerous local musicians and groups in the open air for free performances throughout the city. They will sing and play in a variety of genres, including ...
County board OKs new funding program for businesses
The Yamhill County Board of Commissioners on Thursday adopted a Commercial Property-Assessed Clean Energy (CPACE) financing tool. The county will partner with McMinnville Economic Development Partnership ...
Vintage N-R/Memory Lane: June 19, 2026
10 Years Ago • Lt. Col Leonard DeWitt, nominated for a Medal of Honor for bravery displayed in World War II, died Saturday at the age of 95. Hi medal nomination is still pending; however, fellow ...
Walking before she can run
Willamina native receives diploma while recovering from traumatic brain injury
Arrests & Citations: June 19, 2026
Yamhill County Sheriff’s Office Krista Marie Harker, 45, Willamina, June 12, second-degree disorderly conduct, harassment, domestic menacing; booked into the Yamhill County Jail. Grant Michael ...
Enrollment continues to drop at Sheridan High
Sheridan School District enrollment is expected to drop, resulting in funding gaps. Facing a budget deficit of at least $400,000, the Sheridan School District will cut five to six full-time positions ...
Carlton celebrates Fun Days
Carlton Fun Days will include a variety of activities Friday and Saturday, June 26-27, from booths and a beer garden in the park to a parade and plenty of music. The traditional festival will be held ...
County HHS will pursue new outpatient treatment program
Commissioners last week directed staff to pursue two programs that would use about half of Yamhill County’s opioid settlements funds. County Administrator Ken Huffer said the county currently has ...
Mac school board names Houston to vacant seat
The six remaining members of the McMinnville School Board voted unanimously Monday night to appoint Brielle Houston to the open seat. She will finish the year in the post vacated by Abbie Warmbier, who ...
Dayton Friday Nights start June 26
Dayton Friday Nights will open Friday, June 26, with music by Thunder Road along with food and craft vendors and a cruise-in car show. The family events will continue from 5:30 to 8:30 each Friday through ...
