Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of January.
Good morning, Yakima.
🏘️ Community
Local supporters plan a final rally to save the historic trolley on Jan.
20 at 5:00 p.m. at the City Council meeting, as officials reclaim the car barn + the event could be the last chance to preserve a cherished part of Yakima’s heritage.
Second Harvest's mobile market (supported by local volunteers) provided free fresh food to over 200 Yakima residents at Amigos de Altísimo on January 6; the mobile market will return on Wednesday, Feb.
25.
🎭 Culture
Yakima’s Fan Fest Northwest returns to the Convention Center on Aug.
8 and Aug. 9. The two-day event will feature comics, movies, gaming, and panels while supporting Rod's House (a fundraiser for at-risk youth).
🎓 Education
The Union Gap Library hosts free American Sign Language classes for all ages from 6 to 7 p.m. tomorrow, Jan.
8 + a second session is offered on Jan. 22 with no registration required.
Starting this month, Yakima Valley Museum partners with Lupine Society to offer monthly social studies lessons for homeschool students in grades 3 to 8 on the 2nd Wednesday at 2105 Tieton Drive at ($10 per student).
Storytime resumes Jan. 28 at 10:30 a.m. for free with admission.
🏛️ Government
The U.S. 9th Circuit Court of Appeals upheld Yakima Union Gospel Mission’s policy that requires employees to follow Christian beliefs, ruling that its faith-based hiring practices are protected by the First Amendment.
The decision supports the mission’s operations at its homeless shelter on 1300 N. First St.
A recent city council meeting saw heated discussion as the Yakima Fire Department faces $1.75 million in budget cuts that may force Station 92 to close—residents and union leaders voiced their concerns.
The council extended funding through August and will discuss long-term solutions next month.
📰 Lifestyle
Local food lovers in Yakima are encouraged to share photos of meals from area restaurants on a community Facebook page.
Fans can browse snapshots from favorites like Brunch Bliss (910 Summitview Ave) and Fiddles Lunch Box to see the valley’s culinary flair.
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