Good morning, McMinnville.

Patton Middle School mourns the sudden death of eighth-grader Zakai Motley (a local athlete) who died on Friday, Feb.

20 as principal Allison Eitzen notified families on Saturday.

Willamette Valley Medical Center’s wound center — now with hyperbaric chambers — offers a new treatment option for patients with radiation burns, diabetic ulcers and other hard-to-heal wounds.

The Yamhill Carlton girls basketball team made the state playoffs after beating the Neah-Kah-Nie Pirates 32+27 on Saturday, Feb.

21. It is their second consecutive playoff appearance.

On Friday, Mac Boys Basketball won 61-59 in overtime against No. 47 Glencoe — senior guard Dylan Ferrua and sophomore forward Xander Gurash each scored 18 points.

They had a home game Tuesday and will finish with a tip off against No. 44 Liberty on Thursday.

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.

Out of the desert

Fundraising GALA for the Mission catered by Harvest Fresh. Live & Silent auctions.

Out of the desert

Fundraising GALA for the Mission catered by Harvest Fresh. Live & Silent auctions.

McMinnville Chess Club Meeting

5:30-8 p.m. — Mac Market — Free entry — Engage in chess games and enjoy the vibrant community atmosphere.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

McMinnville Chess Club Gathering

5:30-8 p.m. — Mac Market — Free entry — Engage in friendly chess matches and explore our extensive Chess Library in a community-centric venue.