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Sunday, February 8th, 2026
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Jennifer King, the NFL’s first Black woman assistant coach, visited Yakima on Thursday during Black History Month celebrations (her fourth local stop) and addressed the Downtown Yakima Rotary Club at the Convention and Event Center, sharing her journey from basketball to football and urging youth not to fear failure. Yakima Herald-Republic
- ➤ At State Fair Park today, the third annual Arrive and Drive event gave local kids, including those as young as four and a half, a safe thrill in racing quarter midget cars despite a rainy forecast, hosted by the 509 (QMA) and promising more races later in the year. NonStopLocal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Yakima Valley Tourism has released the 2026 Official Yakima Valley Travel Guide—a free, full-color 84-page publication covering local attractions, dining, arts, and outdoor adventures—with copies available at Visitor Information Centers and the Valley Mall kiosk. KIMA
- ➤ Yakima Symphony Orchestra announced wage increases from 13% to 27% for its musicians as part of its 2027 budget — Executive Director Sam McClung said the raise aims to attract talent and increase concert opportunities. KIMA
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A local food writer has gathered 7 winter casserole recipes — from taco casserole to classic Italian eggplant — to offer hearty, comforting meals for cold evenings. The recipes provide diverse options to suit everyday needs. FOX 41
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Belinda and Eddy Castro, known as Yakima’s Seahawks couple, are hosting a family watch party today at their home with a barbecue and festive blue+green decor as they cheer on the team and plan to join the parade in Seattle after the game. Yakima Herald-Republic
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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.
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