Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of January.
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🏘️ Community
NonStop Local is organizing a food drive in the Tri-Cities and Yakima, inviting community donations at various local businesses.
The Wacky Crab Shack relocates in Union Gap, Brewing Hope Coffee Shop celebrates its grand opening in Yakima, and Clean Theory Laundry launches in Sunnyside.
🚧 Accidents
A fire heavily damaged a Yakima home on January 14, with no injuries reported as two occupants escaped and the cause is under investigation.
🚨 Crime
Lee Allen Comenout Sr. is indicted on four counts related to the death of Anna Mae Comenout in Wapato, with a federal trial set for April 7.
🎓 Education
La Salle High School collaborates with Skillsline, funded by a grant from the DeBruce Foundation, to teach students essential interpersonal and personal skills for the workplace and life.
🌲 Environment
Yakima Valley College hosts a film screening and panel discussion to address the conservation of old growth forests in Eastern Washington, emphasizing the importance of forest health and resiliency.
🏛️ Government
Court hearings at Yakima County jail have been moved to the county courthouse due to flooding allegedly caused by inmates, with no set timeline for return.
🏥 Health
Following the first flu-related death of the season in Yakima County, Washington, health officials emphasize the importance of vaccination amid a very high flu activity level in the state.
🎉 Yakima Events
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Winter Barn Painting Session for Adults
Participants will be guided through a painting process while enjoying food and drinks at Mickey's Pub.
Pirate Themed Running Events - 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon
The US Road Running Club Race at Sarg Hubbard Park features multiple race distances including a 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, and Half Marathon, all in a community-friendly atmosphere.
Exciting Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Yakima
Explore Yakima's historic Uptown neighborhood through a self-guided scavenger hunt filled with interactive challenges and cultural discoveries.
Romanticumbia Live Performance in Yakima
Romanticumbia will perform live at El Dos de Oro Yakima, offering an evening of music for attendees.
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