City sticks to code, requires sidewalks for MIP property
A disagreement with a long-time city of McMinnville partner led to a “tough night” for staff and planning commissioners last week. McMinnville Industrial Promotions appealed the city’s ...
Trails PAC files petition the day after board vote
The Political Action Committee in support of the Yamhelas Westsider trail wasted no time challenging Yamhill County’s decision to remove it from future plans. Trails PAC announced Friday it has ...
Sheridan greenlights pollinator garden at city hall
Beautifying the grounds at Sheridan City Hall can be the next chapter of the West Valley town’s story of environmental protection, City Manager Preston Polasek told the city council on Monday, March ...
Along the Street: Natural Grocers hiring for McMinnville store
Natural Grocers, which expects to open in McMinnville this summer, is hiring cashiers, customer service assistants and managers for its body care, vitamin, grocery, bulk, produce and receiving departments. Jobs ...
Mac police arrest alleged meth dealer near Kiwanis Park
A routine park inspection led to a man’s arrest and the confiscation of nearly four ounces of methamphetamine on Sunday, March 22. During the day shift, McMinnville Police Department conducted an ...
County to pick up bus fare, dog control talks
The Yamhill County Board of Commissioners will continue discussing transit fares and dog control and rule on a zone change application when it meets Thursday. Yamhill County Transit has been without fares ...
Downtown ‘micro studio’ offers design consulting, merchandise
Just as a yellow throw pillow makes a statement in a gray and white living room, the collections of items and ideas in the new Artistry shop catch the eyes of passersby. Opened by recent McMinnville transplants ...
Chamber to host legislative forum April 7
State legislators will address constituents Tuesday, April 7, during a Legislative Town Hall hosted by the McMinnville Area Chamber of Commerce. The public event will start at 5:30 p.m. at Stillwater Event ...
Behind the seams: Imperial Fabrics turns out drapes and other fabric items for RVs
Imperial Fabrics is one of those local businesses that don’t have flashy signs or sale notices to attract retail customers. Passersby may not even notice its shop while driving along Booth Bend ...
Battle erupts between SEIU and long-term care providers
Two of the most powerful groups in Salem are at loggerheads over a public records request.
Saturday 'No Kings' rally will feature themed blocks
A No Kings rally in McMinnville Saturday, March 28, will feature different themes on each block. On two of the blocks, protesters will wear frog costumes or frog-covered clothing. The theme is “Frogs ...
Grizzly robotics team raising money for national event
Chronobreak, the McMinnville High School robotics team that won state, is raising money to attend a national competition. Chronobreak won the Sustain Award — for promoting science, technology, engineering ...
Vintage N-R/Memory Lane: March 20, 2026
10 Years Ago • Homeless residents will no longer be allowed to camp on the grounds of McMinnville Cooperative Ministries once the Gospel Rescue Mission completes the addition of 35 more beds on Logan ...
Garvin contract goes to a vote
The McMinnville City Council will vote on a long-term contract for interim City Manager Adam Garvin and discuss what to do with $1.2 million in construction tax proceeds when it convenes Tuesday night ...
Two Yamhill County men arrested in Lincoln City sting
Two Yamhill County men were arrested on charges of child luring in Lincoln City earlier this month. The Lincoln City Police Departement arrested Mitchell Isham, 58, of McMinnville after he allegedly offered ...
