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Friday, May 9th, 2025
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Good morning, McMinnville. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Yamhill Community Action Partnership received a three-year grant from the Oregon Health Authority to repair 150 older homes for low-income families, seniors and people with disabilities by making essential upgrades (including stair repairs, ramp installations, mold removal and energy efficiency improvements). Residents needing assistance can call YCAP's Energy Assistance Program at 503-68-1480. News-Register
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Yamhill celebrates children’s author Beverly Cleary with the annual Beverly Cleary Days Festival today and tomorrow—offering a literary event for aspiring writers with classes costing $25 or $53 and a free Play in the Park at Jane Heinrich Park featuring wagon rides, story walks, and contests. The event honors Cleary, who was born in McMinnville and spent her early years in Yamhill, and serves as a fundraiser for local literacy programs. News-Register
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Governor Tina Kotek signed a law that makes all lottery winners anonymous unless they consent to releasing their names, eliminating a key public record requirement. The law will take effect 91 days after the legislative session ends and bans discounted ticket sales that let opportunists claim full prizes while sharing non-identifying details like city + ZIP code. The Oregonian
SHOP NEWS
- ➤ TODAY'S SPONSOR Only two days remain to take advantage of some of Amazon’s best Prime Day deals. The sale makes upgrading every room of the house simple: We recommend these under sink organizing shelves for your bathroom, Roku’s 40-Inch smart TV for your living room, and the Keurig Hot and Iced Coffee Maker for your kitchen. The Buy
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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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McMinnville Bluegrass Jam
7-9 p.m. — Mazatlan Mexican Restaurant — Free entry — Enjoy a lively acoustic bluegrass jam session welcoming all skill levels in McMinnville.
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Live DJ: Bri Drennon at HiFi Wine Bar
6-10 p.m. — HiFi Wine Bar — Free entry — Enjoy vibrant tunes as DJ Bri Drennon spins live to enhance your evening.
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