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Wednesday, February 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Shawn Boyle has been sworn in as Yakima's new police chief, promising to implement innovative approaches and strengthen community partnerships to enhance public safety and quality of life.  NonStopLocal
  • Fiesta Foods temporarily closed all its locations in solidarity with immigrants, showcasing community support, especially acknowledging the vital role of farmworkers who are essential to agriculture.  KIMA

CRIME NEWS

  • A 27-year-old man was arrested in Yakima for a drive-by shooting on Dec. 20th, which injured one person, with the court setting his bail at $150,000.  Yakima Herald-Republic

EDUCATION NEWS

  • The Yakima Valley Museum, in partnership with ESD 105, has launched a scholarship program to enable all students to partake in museum field trips, offering them interactive and educational experiences.  KIMA

HEALTH NEWS

  • New U Women’s Clinic and Aesthetics expands into Yakima, offering comprehensive healthcare and aesthetic services to women in Eastern Washington.  Apple Valley News Now
  • Washington hospitals, including MultiCare Yakima Memorial, see financial improvement due to increased Medicaid reimbursement rates after years of losses.  Yakima Herald-Republic

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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.

    Sun, 2/9/25

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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.

    Fri, 2/14/25

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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.

    Wed, 2/26/25

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  • Annie at Capitol Theatre

    The Capitol Theatre in Yakima, Washington will present the musical 'Annie' on February 27, 2025.

    Thu, 2/27/25

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

If you want to remember something, write it down. If you want to understand something, explain it to someone else.

~ Richard Feynman

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