Daily
McMinnville
Saturday, February 21st, 2026
Good morning, McMinnville. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of February.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The McMinnville Short Film Festival runs Feb. 26 to March 1 at Cinema 10 and other venues, screening dozens of short films in various genres (with special guest director Michelle Garza Cervera speaking at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 27). News-Register
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ MHS will host its Hall of Fame Banquet on Saturday, May 2 at its gym to honor Maile (Smith) Keliiheleua, Chris Haddeland, Spencer Payne and the 2006 Boys Soccer Team; doors open at 5:15 p.m. with dinner at 6 p.m., and tickets cost $35 for adults and $25 for students. News-Register
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Senior Tayah Curry and sophomore Grace Andrew from Mac qualified for the Girls 6A state wrestling tournament on Friday, Feb. 13 at the OSAA Special District 1 Championships + they will now prepare to compete at the state meet. News-Register
- ➤ Alyssa McMullen, Adie and Eliza Nisly each reached the 1,000-point mark—boosting Amity girls basketball's winning legacy—in time for Saturday's PacWest Conference championship. The milestone underscores the team’s strong performance in Class 3A play. News-Register
- ➤ The No. 19 Amity boys basketball team is set to host a win+or+go+home playoff match today at noon in the Warrior gym after a 63 to 57 loss to Blanchet, while the No. 26 Pirates girls ended their season with a 46 to 40 loss to Santiam Christian on Feb. 18. News-Register
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Father Daughter Dance
5-8 p.m. — Chehalem Armory & Youth Center — $49 per attendee — A magical evening of dinner, dancing, and memories for families of all kinds.
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Out of the desert
Fundraising GALA for the Mission catered by Harvest Fresh. Live & Silent auctions.
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Out of the desert
Fundraising GALA for the Mission catered by Harvest Fresh. Live & Silent auctions.
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McMinnville Chess Club Meeting
5:30-8 p.m. — Mac Market — Free entry — Engage in chess games and enjoy the vibrant community atmosphere.
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St. Paddy's Kick Off Party
7:30 p.m. — McMenamins Hotel Oregon — $21 — Celebrate the spirit of St. Patrick's Day with live music from The Katie Jane Band.
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McMinnville Wine + Food Classic
11 a.m. - 5 p.m. — Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum — $20+ — Experience a delightful blend of Oregon wines, local food, and live entertainment under the iconic Spruce Goose.
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McMinnville Chess Club Gatherings
5:30-8 p.m. — Mac Market — Free entry — Engage in chess games and enjoy community play in a vibrant venue.
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Stand Up Comedy Showcase Showdown
7 PM — McMenamins Hotel Oregon — $75 prize for best set — Enjoy an entertaining mix of comedy competition and audience games with local talent.
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Spring Equinox Sound Bath
3-7 p.m. — The Ground at Stillwater — $50 per person — Experience a restorative afternoon with sound healing, meditation, and creative workshops.
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Evergreen Spring Camps
9 AM – 3 PM — Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum — $349+ — Engage in aerospace-themed fun and learning with hands-on STEAM activities and museum tours.
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~ Ryan Holiday
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