HLC to vote on request for church demolition
The city has received 14 letters of opposition regarding a plan to replace a 1941 church on Second Street with a new 72-unit affordable apartment complex. McMinnville’s Historic Landmarks Committee ...
Bridge projects, contracts up for vote Thursday
A replacement bridge project south of Amity is now set to receive $3.8 million in federal funds for the construction phase. The Yamhill County Board of Commissioners will vote Thursday to amend an agreement ...
Along the Street: Century Cafe opens in BoHo Building
The Century Cafe has opened at 824 S.E. First St. in the BoHo Building. A grand opening event is planned Saturday, April 25. Hours are 6:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. daily. In addition to serving coffee and ...
Lafayette council addresses concerns over a letter not read into the record
Community accusations of censorship resulted in a Lafayette City Council discussion about when letters should be read into the record. During a March council meeting, Mayor Hilary Malcomson was prepared ...
Commissioners agree to sponsor loan program
The Yamhill County Board of Commissioners last week reached consensus to oversee a new Oregon revolving loan program intended to spur development of workforce housing; and several local cities are interested ...
Duerfeldts honored with Lafayette community award
During an April 16 Wascher Elementary School assembly, the city of Lafayette recognized Tim and Emily Duerfeldt’s dozen years of service running the Friday food bag program at the school by presenting ...
German and American students learn about life and language in each other’s countries
German exchange students who are spending two weeks at McMinnville High School have been impressed by the friendliness of who they’ve met in Oregon. “All are really nice, really happy,” ...
Flavor Kitchen food cart relocates to Mac
Flavor Kitchen, the food truck operated by former Mac Plaza owner Diana Perez, has moved from Dayton to a spot in McMinnville’s The Vineyards food court pod. The bright yellow cart is one of several ...
Stopping By: A sparkling conversation
Kate Payne Brown has worked happily with a variety of people in the wine industry for more than 20 years. She is especially satisfied with her current team at Argyle Winery, where she is head winemaker. The ...
Master Gardeners plant sale May 2-3
Yamhill County Master Gardeners will hold their annual plant sale Saturday and Sunday, May 2-3, at the Yamhill County Fairgrounds in McMinnville. Vegetable starts, flowers, bushes and trees will be available ...
Mac man indicted on sex crimes
A McMinnville man has been indicted on 11 felony charges following allegations that he procured explicit images of a minor under 14 and lured and attempted to have sexual contact with a child. The state ...
School districts face tough choices as they budget for 2026-27
As school districts prepare budgets for the 2026-27 academic year, educators are worrying about how to balance available funding against rising costs. Administrators say they are looking ahead, as well, ...
Johnston, Linder trade barbs at county commissioner candidate forum
The four candidates for two Yamhill County Board of Commissioners seats shared the stage Saturday, April 11 for a forum at the McMinnville Community Center — with one side more heated than the other. Candidates ...
Chamber, air show promote new opportunities; Mac selects Trimble to run airport
In a presentation to city councilors on Tuesday, McMinnville Area Chamber of Commerce CEO John Olson said the Oregon International Air Show is approaching this year’s event with more purpose in its ...
Former fire chief's supporters weigh in on theft conviction
Following the sentencing of former Fire Chief Trampas Bergstrom, the Yamhill Fire Protective District Board got an earful in public comment from those in support of the former chief during the Monday, ...
