Daily
McMinnville
Thursday, March 12th, 2026
Good morning, McMinnville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 12th of March.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Oregon jumped 30 cents over the past week — the average is now $4.29, while Portland reached $4.37 as of Wednesday. The climb follows a summer-blend fuel switch that started last month. The Oregonian
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ OSAA Class 6A, 5A, and 4A boys and girls basketball tournaments will stream live through Saturday, March 14. Fans can follow games at venues including Linfield University in McMinnville + sign up on the NFHS Network to catch the championship matchups. The Oregonian
- ➤ Local sports writers shared their predictions for the upcoming 5A girls basketball tournament at Linfield University this week — most favor South Albany as state champion. The Oregonian
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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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Sauvage - An Exploration of Oregon Sauvignon Blanc
11 AM – 3 PM — Durant Vineyards Tasting Room — Cost info not provided — Discover Oregon's unique Sauvignon Blanc at this seasonal celebration combining wine, food, and music.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
Success is not about money. It's about peace.
~ Naval Ravikant
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