Johnston and Fields reflect on victories
Kit Johnston and Jason Fields have similar opinions on many Yamhill County issues. Starting next year, they will be serving together on the Board of Commissioners. Johnston earned a second term by defeating ...
Mac PD changes schedule to improve morale, retention
The McMinnville Police Department is hoping a scheduling change will boost officer morale and help with employee retention. Chief Cord Wood presented the department’s annual budget this week, comprising ...
Mac school board has opening
McMinnville School District is seeking applicants for an opening on the school board. Board member Abbie Warmbier plans to resign in June because she is moving out of state. Applicants for the opening ...
Rural mac home dispute continued to next week
A decision on a neighbor dispute over the construction of a house on farmland west of McMinnville was postponed a week by the Yamhill County Board of Commissioners Thursday to review new evidence and allow ...
High fuel prices battering Oregon's economic forecast
Oil prices have doubled since Oregon’s top economists last met with reporters and lawmakers to discuss the state’s economic outlook, creating a “new economic reality.”
Mac finds room in budget for lifeguards, more library hours
The McMinnville Aquatic Center will maintain operating hours and the library will re-open Sundays after the budget committee voted to use funds previously earmarked for future reserves and capital projects. The ...
Legion leads Memorial Day events at area cemeteries
McMinnville American Legion Riders and other Legion organizations will lead Memorial Day ceremonies at several cemeteries on Monday. The observances are among several activities that will celebrate Memorial ...
Mac to offer full summer school thanks to late grant
For the first time in several years, McMinnville School District will be able to offer a full summer school program for students entering grades K through 8, according to Lauren Berg, director of curriculum, ...
Sheridan Chamber to hold awards banquet May 30
The Sheridan Chamber of Commerce 2026 Award Banquet and Gala will be a ‘rad’ time to celebrate a year of accomplishments by business and organizations throughout the West Valley. This year’s ...
Stopping By: Framed by blooms
When Shelley and Walt Gowell moved into their home at 1325 N.E. 16th St., the front yard was overshadowed by a huge cedar tree on the opposite side of the street. It shaded Shelley’s roses, although ...
Lafayette finds funds for fire truck
Lafayette city councilors have decided to use remaining bond funds to replace the fire department’s 1999 Freightliner, which is nearing retirement after 270,000 miles and 22,500 idle hours. At the ...
Local chapter of nonprofit group builds beds for youths without
McMinnville area residents have been quietly building beds for children over the last two years as part of a nationwide effort, Sleep in Heavenly Peace. The beds go to youths who might otherwise sleep ...
Vintage N-R/Memory Lane: May 22, 2026
10 Years Ago • A community celebration in Dayton opened a dramatic expansion of technological resources for students and teachers of Dayton School District. At the core of the “Innovate Dayton” ...
Mac school district budget committee approves proposal
McMinnville School District’s Budget Committee approved a proposed spending plan for the 2026-27 school year during its second meeting Wednesday night. The proposal will go to the school board for ...
Sheridan discusses Recology rates, yard debris collection
The Sheridan City Council met with representatives of Recology Western Oregon to discuss rate increases and future services during its Monday, May 18, regularly scheduled meeting. Councilors approved ...
