Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of February.
Good morning, Yakima.
🎭 Culture
A new episode of Roots of the Valley aired on Sunday, Feb.
1 as host John Franklin discussed William O. Douglas with local historian Cragg Gilbert; Douglas grew up here and served as the longest-serving U.S. Supreme Court Justice from 1939 to 1975.
The abstract granite sculpture Convolution was installed in 2010 at the corner of North Front Street and Staff Sgt. Pendleton Way in the historic district.
Commissioned by the Arts Giving Circle — it honors Yakima’s railroad past and invites residents to experience its rough and smooth surfaces.
🎓 Education
LINK transition program helps high school students with disabilities learn life and job skills in Yakima.
The program partners with local districts and businesses—serving 10 students—and offers hands-on classes and community outings, planning to expand capacity while refining its curriculum.
📰 Lifestyle
Nine winter meal prep recipes are offered to ease Monday dinners during cold evenings at local homes (including dishes like Beef and Guinness Stew and Irish Potatoes).
These recipes help Yakima residents plan hearty dinners for a cozier start to the week.
🎉 Yakima Events
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Cold for a Cause 5k
9 AM – 12 PM — Sarg Hubbard Park — Registration Fee Applies — Lace up, bundle up, and run with purpose to help those in need during winter.
🏠 Yakima Real Estate
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