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Friday, January 24th, 2025
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Harman Center is conducting a donation drive to provide toiletries and household essentials for women and families at the YWCA Women's Shelter in Yakima. KIMA
- ➤ The City of Yakima introduces an art initiative inviting Central Washington artists to beautify garbage receptacles, with submissions due by February 28. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ Nearly 200 technicians and technologists at MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital voted to unionize with Teamsters Local 760, following changes after the hospital's acquisition by MultiCare in 2023. KIMA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Police seek assistance in identifying a suspect involved in a burglary at the Yakama Nation Credit Enterprise Building in Toppenish, where multiple items were stolen. NonStopLocal
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Dogs trained to detect little cherry disease could significantly aid Central Washington cherry growers by identifying early infections, potentially saving the industry millions in losses. Yakima Herald-Republic
- ➤ Yakima County has invested $2 million in the first phase of renovations for an underutilized RV park at the State Fair Park to attract large-scale events and boost the local economy. Apple Valley News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yakima County Commissioners will vote on a 0.2% sales tax to upgrade emergency services' communications equipment for better inter-agency coordination. NonStopLocal
- ➤ The Yakima City Council is deliberating the introduction of a new community service program aimed at enhancing municipal court sentencing options. KIMA
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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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