Good morning, McMinnville.

The Yamhill County Fair & Rodeo will feature country, rock and hip hop acts from Clay Walker (July 29), Sara Evans (July 30), C C Music Factory (July 31) and Hinder (Aug.

1); rodeos and a demolition derby (Aug. 2) are part of general admission.

McMinnville School District will trim staff for 2026-27 as rising costs and falling enrollment were discussed at Wednesday's budget meeting.

The board will review the proposal on May 20 (public meeting at 6:30 p.m. at the district office) to adjust staffing levels accordingly.

Chemeketa students now can buy a WOU Club Sport Player Pass to play rugby and compete with support from an Oregon Promise grant — players like Bobby Garibay boosted their grades and joined nationals while planning career paths.

McMinnville’s girls varsity golf team won the Pacific Conference at Chehalem Glenn on Tuesday with a 338 score led by junior Mabel Findley and advances to the state championship on May 18-19.

Meanwhile, senior Gage Slaughter earned an automatic state qualifier slot after a season low 69 on Monday.

On Saturday, May 2, the McMinnville High School Sports Hall of Fame inducted Maile Keliiheleua, Chris Haddeland, Spencer Payne, and the Grizzlies 2006 Boys Soccer Team at the school gym, where family and friends shared laughs and memories of high school days.

Wildcat seniors Wyatt Hurley and Ely Kennel, who once played on opposing high school teams (Hurley from Yamhill Carlton and Kennel from Santiam Christian), now team up at Linfield University to boost the Wildcats in the conference tournament.

In Yamhill County, Amity’s Ella Hatch, Delphian’s Lily Olivares and Willamina’s emerging runner are training together to boost their track and field skills and chase state competition dreams—showing a bright future for local athletics.

Linfield's softball Wildcats won their eighth straight Northwest Conference title on Sunday, boosting their No. 7 national ranking.

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.

26th Annual UFO Festival

Festival hours — McMenamins Hotel Oregon — Entry over $30 — Celebrate UFO culture with expert speakers, live music, and a street fair.

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.

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.

26th Annual McMenamins UFO Festival Breakfast

9 a.m. — McMenamins Hotel Oregon — $60 — Enjoy a breakfast buffet and engaging discussions in a unique setting.

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.

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.

Beginner Qigong Class

10:30-11:15 a.m. — McMinnville Grange — Cost info unavailable — Engage in gentle movements designed to release stress and enhance strength and balance.