Mac council discussing emergency measures
Mayor Scott Hill signed a declaration of emergency for McMinnville that now goes before city councilors for ratification at their March 24 meeting.
Last week’s declaration does not impose any increased restrictions on local residents or government offices, but City Manager Jeff Towery said it potentially gives the city greater access to county, state and federal emergency funds.
McMinnville Public Library closes
McMinnville Public Libary will be closed through at least March 31, librarians announced Monday morning. They said patrons shouldn't return materials they have checked out. Late fees will be suspended ...
Aquatic center, community center to close
The McMinnville Aquatic Center and McMinnville Community Center will be closed starting Monday. The closure, due to concerns about spreading coronavirus, will last at least two weeks, an aquatic center ...
McMinnville library book sale canceled
McMinnville Friends of the Library's book sale, scheduled for Saturday, March 14, has been canceled. The popular event was canceled due to concerns about large gatherings during the period of worry about ...
Schools will offer grab-and-go meals to students
With Oregon schools closing for a two-week spring break -- twice as long as usual, due to concerns about coronavirus -- some districts will continue to offer meals for students. McMinnville School District ...
Sip! canceled as governor bans big gatherings
Organizers of the McMinnville Wine and Food Classic, also known as Sip!, have canceled the weekend event at the Evergreen Space Museum that typically draws thousands of people from around the Pacific Northwest. The ...
Linfield to start spring break early, move to online classes
Linfield College will start spring break a week early, and when classes resume March 30, they will be held online rather than in person. The college planned to have the same spring break as Oregon's public ...
Field trips subject to concerns about coronavirus
McMinnville students who’ve been planning to go on field trips to Germany and U.S. destinations may have to wait until concerns about coronavirus have eased. McMinnville School Board members decided ...
Reading Wizards win Battle of the Books
After weeks of reading and answering questions in the annual Battle of the Books, the Reading Wizards bested the Granger Girls in the final round of competition Friday at McMinnville’s Memorial Elementary ...
City cancels senior, youth activities
The McMinnville Senior Center is closed and all of its programs are canceled at least through Monday, April 13. Senior activities could be suspended longer. The McMinnville Parks and Recreation Department's ...
Along the Street: Chamber of Commerce's Italy trip still planned
Plans for a group trip to Italy sponsored by the McMinnville Area Chamber of Commerce remained unchanged even though the entire country is under quarantine because of the coronavirus. Gioia Goodrum, president ...
Wine & Food cancellation hits local hotels
Cancellation of the McMinnville Wine & Food Classic this weekend immediately sent shockwaves through the local hospitality industry. Red Lion Inn & Suites on Northeast Cumulus Avenue, just down ...
Huffman services postponed
Funeral services have been postponed for Bruce Huffman of McMinnville, who died March 5 at age 95. Originally scheduled for March 22, the services will be postponed until coronavirus concerns ease, according ...
Baker Creek North decision postponed
The McMinnville City Council couldn’t reach unanimous agreement on the proposed 280-home Baker Creek North subdivision, sending the plans to its next meeting for another vote. Sticking points included ...
