Downtown Association honors businesses, volunteers
The Blue Moon, which celebrated its centennial in 2022, was named McMinnville’s business of the year at the McMinnville Downtown Association awards banquet Thursday. The Blue Moon at 310 N.E. Third ...
Benton County considers future of landfill
Benton County is inviting its residents to comment on the future of Coffin Butte Landfill, a destination for much of the solid waste produced in Yamhill County. The county is seeking input via meetings ...
In brief: Pride offers drag show
Wine Country Pride will host a drag show Saturday, March 25, at Gallery Theater, 210 N.E. Ford St, McMinnville. Admission to the 21-and-older event is $25 per person. Tickets are available in advance ...
Turkey Rama is out; 'BBB' festival is in
McMinnville will have a brand new festival in September featuring “Brews, Bites and Bands.” “It will be bigger, different, fun,” said Gioia Goodrum, president of the McMinnville ...
Stopping By: A faith-filled life
A couple years ago, Eunice McAvoy bought an airline ticket for a trip to Texas so she could visit her daughter. The Lafayette resident filled out the paperwork with her birthdate and other details. When ...
Most local school boards will see contested races
Races for school board positions are contested in several Yamhill County districts, including McMinnville and Newberg, which have two candidates running for each open seat. Voters will choose winners ...
Caring canine: Nacho settles into work as new county courthouse facility dog
Sarah Grabner, the Crime Victim Services Supervisor for the Yamhill County District Attorney’s Office, described mother Velma II and father Bear V as “excellent parents.” She should know. ...
Hour of the flower: Daffodil Festival blooms again in Amity Saturday
Spring arrived Monday, March 20, and daffodils will be in full bloom Saturday, March 25, when Amity hosts its annual Daffodil Festival. A display of numerous daffodil varieties will be available for viewing ...
In brief: Observatory plans science fest
The Carlton Observatory at Evergreen will host Science Fest 2023 on Saturday, April 1, in the Evergreen Space Museum. The event will run from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. with maker’s tables, telescopes, solar ...
Panel investigates complaints against commissioners
The Oregon Government Ethics Commission has over the past year investigated several complaints against all members of the Yamhill County Board of Commissioners who had served or were elected in ...
Rule changes approved for short-term rentals
The McMinnville Planning Commission unanimously approved changes to the city’s short-term rental policies Thursday, increasing the spacing standard for the rentals from 200 to 500-feet. The ...
Newberg-Dundee Police focus on speed enforcement
Newberg-Dundee Police are conducting enhanced speed enforcement patrols throughout this month. Grants made available by Oregon Impact and the Oregon Department of Transportation allow for increased ...
Stevie the cat makes 'favorite pet' finals
Although he couldn't see his new friends, blind tabby Stevie Rae basked in their attention during a stroll through downtown McMinnville Tuesday. The cat will be back downtown this weekend as his owner, ...
Mac council, school board to meet together
McMinnville School Board and McMinnville City Council will discuss joint programs and facility usage when they meet together Wednesday, March 22, in the Kent Taylor Civic Hall, Second and Baker streets. The ...
Yamhill Carlton Together Cares brings back annual fundraiser
Yamhill Carlton Together Cares, which runs preschool classes and youth sports programs in both cities, will benefit from the return of its signature fundraiser, Flavors of Carlton. The auction and dinner ...
