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Saturday, February 1st, 2025
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 1st of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Yakima Police are searching for a man reported missing on January 31 in Yakima, Washington. NonStopLocal
- ➤ Pleas Green, a former Yakima police chief who led the department from 1983 to 1995 and significantly contributed to its relocation, has passed away at 80. KIMA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Yakima County Coroner Jim Curtice pleads not guilty to charges including making false statements, tampering with evidence, and official misconduct. FOX 41
- ➤ A Yakima man, Benjamin Luke Burnside, was arrested for the third time this month on suspicion of DUI after leading police on a chase and crashing into a church. Yakima Herald-Republic
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ NWS Pendleton has issued multiple winter weather advisories and warnings affecting the Kittitas Valley, Yakima Valley, Lower Columbia Basin, and the Cascades, with travel impacts expected through Saturday. Apple Valley News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yakima County seeks a 0.2% sales tax increase to fund a new $35 million radio system for law enforcement and firefighters, amid concerns over cost and necessity from some residents. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ Yakima County Coroner Jim Curtice pleaded not guilty to charges including making a false statement and tampering with evidence, with a pre-trial hearing set for March 21. KIMA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Special Olympics Yakima basketball teams aim for gold at the Regional Basketball Tournament in Sunnyside, emphasizing the joy of inclusivity and community in sports. KIMA
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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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Paint Night: Following the Stars
This 21+ event offers a guided painting experience where participants can personalize their artwork while enjoying food and drink in a lively atmosphere.
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Annie at Capitol Theatre
The Capitol Theatre in Yakima, Washington will present the musical 'Annie' on February 27, 2025.
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