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Thursday, May 15th, 2025
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Good morning, McMinnville. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Oregon State Police identified Larry Eugene Parks, the formerly unidentified victim of a 1980 homicide found on I-5 near Woodburn, and are now investigating if notorious serial killer Randy Kraft is linked to his death (Parks was a 30-year-old Vietnam War veteran). The Oregonian
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ EPA administrator Lee Zeldin was sharply criticized by lawmakers at a Senate Appropriations Committee hearing on the agency's 2026 budget, which will freeze billions in approved grants and cut funding by nearly 55%. Sen. Jeff Merkley warned the cuts could cost Oregon tens of millions and weaken programs to fight pollution and support clean energy—raising alarm for future community protection. The Oregonian
SPORTS NEWS
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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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An Evening with the SR-71 Crew
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum — Tickets required — Immerse yourself in culinary delights and aviation history with the legendary SR-71 crew.
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Family Health & Fitness Day
Join us for the free, family friendly event! We will have interactive fitness demos, wellness vendors, an obstacle course, snacks and attendees will have the opportunity to win free raffle prizes.
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Family Health & Fitness Day
Join us for the free, family friendly event! We will have interactive fitness demos, wellness vendors, an obstacle course, snacks and attendees will have the opportunity to win free raffle prizes.
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