Good morning, McMinnville.

Rachel Florez Juarez, who chairs the McMinnville Affordable Housing Committee, explains that rising rents and limited childcare force survivors to choose between unsafe housing and financial strain.

She notes that projects like Stratus Village will ease the shortage when completed early next year.

The N-R Community Hub is now available online and offers a growing directory that connects residents with local nonprofits, featuring a Donation Center (which helps match items with needs) to support community efforts in Yamhill County today.

Yamhill County has debated a trail from McMinnville to Gaston for 13 years - the plan began in the 1990s and still faces controversy among local residents.

The Community Christmas Cantata Choir begins its 39th season Sunday, Dec.

7 at 4 p.m. at Amity Christian Church with free admission and donations for the YCAP food bank; six more performances are scheduled nearby and may shift with weather.

Linfield University’s beginning directing class presented The Dining Room on Friday and is showing it today at 7:30 p.m. in Kenneth W.

Ford Hall near Highway 99W; tickets cost $7 for the general public and $5 for students, and the play is recommended for ages 13 and older.

McMinnville resident Birpal Johal is challenging a denied gas station development in Carlton — the city council will meet Tuesday, Dec.

9 to review potential code changes for the project.

Amity girls basketball was named the preseason 3A No. 1 when OSAA coaches recognized the team after an undefeated winter season and State Championship; the team will start a challenging season soon.

Breakfast With Santa

11:30 a.m. — McMenamins Hotel Oregon — Additional charge for large groups — Enjoy a festive breakfast featuring scrambled eggs, bacon, and a visit from Santa.

McMinnville Wonderland Brew Fest

12-6 p.m. — The Bitter Monk — Admission includes 5 taster tokens — Celebrate seasonal beers and ciders with live music and local artisan treats.

New Year's Eve Bash with DTW

9 PM – 3 AM — McMenamins Hotel Oregon — $23 — Celebrate the New Year with a dynamic horn band delivering vibrant Jazz, Funk, R&B, and Swing tunes.