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McMinnville
Friday, April 24th, 2026
Good morning, McMinnville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Ron Pittman, a dedicated community service member, died at 89 on Friday, April 17 in McMinnville. A celebration of his life will be held today at 3 p.m. at McMinnville Cooperative Ministries (First and Ford streets). News-Register
- ➤ Former McMinnville PD Sgt. Terry (TJ) Ward died of cancer on April 18 at age 77. A celebration of his life will be held at 4 p.m. Sunday, May 17 at the Leslie Lewis Pavillion on the Yamhill County Fairgrounds. News-Register
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Federal labor officials recovered $200,137 in back wages from Taste of India I on Third Street after the restaurant violated wage law by not paying overtime and using tips as base wages. Officials also imposed $15,256 in penalties for failing to pay 19 nonexempt workers the required overtime rate. News-Register
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Moms Unhinged Comedy Show
7-10 p.m. — Aerodrome 'Giant Screen' Theater — Ticket prices vary — Experience the hilarious insights of mom comedians tackling life’s challenges from motherhood to midlife crisis.
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2026 Distinguished Service Awards Ceremony
5:30-7:30 p.m. — The Grand, McMinnville — Tickets required — Celebrate community heroes at the annual DSA Banquet with a family-style dinner and awards ceremony.
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26th Annual UFO Festival
Festival hours — McMenamins Hotel Oregon — Entry over $30 — Celebrate UFO culture with expert speakers, live music, and a street fair.
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UFO Fest Landing Party
3-10 p.m. — McMenamins Hotel Oregon — Free entry — Experience an evening of glow-in-the-dark fun with live music and dancing.
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UFO Fest Alien Costume Ball
2-4 p.m. — McMenamins Hotel Oregon — Free entry — Unleash your creativity in an alien costume contest and compete for the title of Coolest Alien in the Alpha Quadrant.
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26th Annual McMenamins UFO Festival Breakfast
9 a.m. — McMenamins Hotel Oregon — $60 — Enjoy a breakfast buffet and engaging discussions in a unique setting.
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Spring Wine Speakeasy
2-6 p.m. — McMinnville Art Alley — Admission prices vary — Experience a delightful kickoff to Memorial Day weekend with local wines and hidden charm.
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Rip City Music Bingo: Classic Rock Hits
7-9 p.m. — McMenamins Hotel Oregon — $5 — Enjoy a lively night of music bingo with classic rock hits while vying for fun prizes in a family-friendly setting.
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