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Tuesday, January 6th, 2026
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 6th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Dec. 31, Yakima Valley Trolleys offered one last chance for rides as its city contract expired and council postponed a new agreement until Jan. 20, leaving the nonprofit's future uncertain. President Ken Johnsen said preserving the historic system – including plans to restore the Selah route – remains key. Yakima Herald-Republic
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Yakima noodle fans will soon enjoy O'Noodles at 114 Staff Sgt. Pendleton Way in downtown as renovations near Mama Corie’s Kitchen finish, while Better Future Finders Thrift Store has opened at 601 W. Lincoln Ave and Tommy’s Express Car Wash has begun construction near Costco on Valley Mall Boulevard. Yakima Herald-Republic
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Yakima Symphony Orchestra exceeded its fundraising target by raising $166,439 by Dec. 31, thanks to contributions from 135 donors and matching support from board members and patrons (highlighting community commitment to music and education). FOX 41
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Yakima are declining as GasBuddy shows a 13.2-cent drop, with the average now at $3.40 per gallon — stations like Ahtanum Fuel Stop and Wheelers Kountry Korner offer fuel below $3, reflecting significant price changes from last month and last year. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ Gasoline prices in Yakima dropped 13.2 cents per gallon since Dec. 29, reaching an average of $3.40 on Monday, Jan. 5. The survey of 91 stations showed prices ranging from $2.63 to $4.79 + underscoring notable local variation. KIMA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Yakima Valley Museum will launch a homeschool day on Jan. 14 for grades 3 to 8, offering hands-on social studies lessons in partnership with the Lupine Society of Readers + it will host free Storytime on Jan. 28 at 10:30 a.m. KIMA
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Cascade passes are forecast to receive 3 feet of snow this week—wintry mix is expected for lower elevations from Tuesday through Thursday. Apple Valley News Now
- ➤ Bateman Island causeway removal begins near Richland today as Pipkin Incorporated, working with USACE, WDFW, Yakama Nation and the Mid-Columbia Fisheries Enhancement Group, starts deconstruction for salmon restoration + work will continue through February. NonStopLocal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yakima County firefighters & IAFF Local 469 are asking residents to help save Station 92 by speaking at the city council's public comment session tomorrow. They warn that planned cuts may worsen the fire department's critical condition. FOX 41
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Yakima Neighborhood Health Services earned national certification for its medical respite care program now serving homeless individuals who need non-hospitalized care. The program, which offers up to 90 days of support for housing transitions, has provided a stress-free environment for patients like Michael Carpenter. FOX 41
- ➤ Yakima Neighborhood Health Services earned national certification for its medical respite care today from the National Institute for Medical Respite Care. Launched in 2010, the program offers up to 90 days of support for homeless individuals, with patient Michael Carpenter recovering from an infected foot - evidence of its success. NonStopLocal
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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