Enrollment steady in Willamina, Amity districts
While many school districts are facing budget cuts because of decreased enrollment, Willamina and Amity numbers remain strong. Willamina Superintendent Mike Gass told the News-Register that the district ...
Amity adopts $9 million budget
The Amity City Council approved an approximately $9 million budget for fiscal year 2026-27 on Wednesday, June 3. City Manager Nathan Frarck said the budget has a large decrease in capital improvement ...
What in the Yamhill: Amity, Eola and a town called Cincinnati
Amity is another name for friendship, or peaceful relations between individuals and is how the Yamhill County town earned its name. Amity is situated along Salt Creek near its confluence with the Ashe ...
‘You are Warriors’: Amity grads overcome challenges
The Amity High School graduating class of 2026 overcame the Covid turmoil in middle school to become creators, state champions, innovators and leaders. “In a community like Amity, we have the privilege ...
Amity trade students use skills to help Eugene’s Everyone Village
Amity High School trade students are helping solve Oregon’s homelessness problem by building mobile units for sleeping and bathroom facilities for the Everyone Village in Eugene, a transitional shelter ...
Area high schools plan graduation ceremonies
Dayton High School Dayton High School will graduate its Class of 2026 at 11 a.m. Saturday, June 6, on the football field. Valedictorians are Joshua E. McCarthy, Sydney J. Hall and Amos David Rodriguez. ...
Amity looks ahead to preserving the past
The recent efforts of Amity’s historic landmarks and tourism committees were on display during a May 21 town hall dubbed “Making History in Amity.” Katie Pratt, a contracted consultant ...
Amity to hold budget hearing Wednesday
The Amity City Council will meet at 6 p.m., Wednesday, June 3, for a public hearing of the approximately $9 million fiscal year budget and state revenue sharing. Amity has a set levy rate of $3.6105 per ...
Amity artist Anna Flores captures nature, feelings
Artist Anna Flores takes inspiration from nature. “I love recreating the beautiful views around my home,” the Amity area resident said. “I don’t have to go far to see the beauty ...
Amity gets parks planning grant
The city of Amity approved a grant agreement with the Department of Land Conservation and Development for future parks planning at the Wednesday, May 6, council meeting. Amity previously received DLCD ...
A tradition of new beginnings in Amity
Amity’s May Day celebration continued for its 101st year with senior Alyssa McMullen reigning queen for the evening. The May Day court is voted on by the student body, with seniors selecting three ...
Amity working on master plan funding
The Amity City Council will discuss grant opportunities and councilor laptops during its 6 p.m. Wednesday, May 6. The city previously received a Department of Land Conservation and Development grant for ...
Amity to celebrate 101st May Day
Senior Alyssa McMullen has been named Queen of Amity High School’s May Day Court for the 101st annual celebration. The traditional maypole dance and numerous performances begin at 7 p.m., ...
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 ...
Amity Council approves new goals
The Amity City Council has approved new goals and objectives for 2026, focusing on a safe and welcoming community, public facilities, local economy, city infrastructure, governance and administration. Each ...
