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Saturday, January 18th, 2025
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Yakima fire departments prepare for wildfire season by ensuring equipment readiness and enhancing neighborhood safety through the Wildfire Ready Neighbors program. KIMA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ John Winston Borgman was sentenced to 15 years in prison for shooting Yakima County Sheriff's Deputy Travis Watkins and assaulting another deputy, amidst discussions of accountability and the impact of the incident on both families. Yakima Herald-Republic
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Yakima Valley College faculty, represented by the American Federation of Teachers-Yakima, approved a new collective bargaining agreement effective through 2027, enhancing salary structures and faculty tenure processes. Yakima Herald-Republic
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The PRCA Rodeo Sundome Showdown is returning to Yakima with exciting rodeo events on February 14th and 15th, offering tickets now on sale. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ Yakima has been selected as an official fan zone for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, offering live viewing, entertainment, and food, with potential location at State Fair Park. Yakima Herald-Republic
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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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