Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025

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Good morning, McMinnville. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ McMinnville Lions will hold their second A Roaring Night of Giving event Saturday, May 10 at the McMinnville Community Center to benefit the McMinnville High School Resource Room and Lions charities. The event runs from 5 to 9 p.m. and features dinner by Harvest Fresh, wines by JL Kiff Vineyards, beer by Bierly Brewery, music by Ad Lib, and an auction of vintage items, experiences, art and prizes — tickets cost $75 each or $500 for a table of eight. News-Register
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Oregon State University professor Erica Fleishman will discuss the status and impact of climate change at 2 p.m. Saturday, May 3 at McMinnville Presbyterian Church at 390 N.E. Second St in a free program focused on the economy, public health and natural environments + she will also explain strategies for community adaptation. News-Register
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ McMinnville's softball team (11-3) won two games last week—defeating Roseburg 10-4 and Century 10-0 in six innings—with strong hitting from senior Kaylee Dinger and steady pitching from Mackenzie Roberts and Ariel Glynn. Head Coach Josh Terry said the wins mark key progress toward a 6A Pacific Conference title and noted the team will resume league play with upcoming road and home matches on Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. News-Register
- ➤ On Friday, the McMinnville baseball team won a 3—1 game against Newberg as left-handed junior Tyler Brummit pitched seven innings of one-run ball and the team scored three runs in a key third inning—head coach Todd Peterson praised the pitching and defense that led to the series win. News-Register
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World Tai Chi and Qigong Day Demo & Lesson
10-11 a.m. — McMinnville Grange — Free entry — Celebrate World Tai Chi and Qigong Day with a demonstration followed by a beginner's lesson in gentle movements.
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A Roaring Night of Giving
5-9 p.m. — McMinnville Community Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a glamorous evening with dinner, dancing, and auctions at this '20s themed charity gala.
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Mother's Day Gourmet Brunch
11 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. — Abbey Road Farm — Cost info not provided — Indulge in a luxurious five-course brunch crafted by Chef Will Preisch to celebrate Mother's Day.
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UFO Festival
Various times — McMenamins Pub at Hotel Oregon — Check website for details — Celebrate 25 years of UFO fascination with talks, parades, and alien costumes in McMinnville.
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UFO Glow Experience - Galactic Blacklight Party
7-11 p.m. — Breathe Easy Speakteasy — $15 presale ($20 at the door) — Celebrate McMinnville's cosmic history with a blacklight dance party featuring live music and glow-in-the-dark vibes.
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