Daily
McMinnville
Friday, March 6th, 2026
Good morning, McMinnville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of March.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Gov. Tina Kotek signed a bipartisan bill that will cut red tape for behavioral health workers by creating a statewide credentialing system & reducing Medicaid paperwork. The law, which broadens who can supervise new practitioners, takes effect 91 days after the Legislature adjourns its session. The Oregonian
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ The Oregon Maple Project teaches locals how to tap bigleaf maple trees to produce homemade syrup—explaining the difference between bigleaf and sugar maple syrup and guiding residents through the process. The Oregonian
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ McMinnville’s varsity girls basketball team, seeded No. 21, lost a tight 35-32 game to No. 12 Sheldon in Eugene and ended the season with a 13-12 record (their 10th straight postseason appearance) under Coach Sean Coste. News-Register
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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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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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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.
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Live DJ Performance by DJ Blue Note Charlie
6-10 p.m. — HiFi Wine Bar — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of captivating tunes with DJ Blue Note Charlie spinning live.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Naval Ravikant
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