Wednesday, February 12th, 2025
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 12th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Yakima County opens warming shelters as temperatures are forecasted to drop to the single digits due to cold Arctic air. Yakima Herald-Republic
- ➤ A guide to Yakima's week including salsa dancing, photo exhibits, cookie decorating, paint & sip nights, and a Valentine's drag show, amid ongoing cultural activities. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The Yakima County Sheriff's Office is seeking public assistance to solve a homicide case involving 25-year-old Manuel Guzman-Gomez from Chiapas, Mexico, reported on October 24, 2023. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ A Yakima police officer, with a prior shooting in 2016, fatally shot a man armed with a rifle near the Oxford Suites, leading to an ongoing investigation and a planned community memorial. Yakima Herald-Republic
- ➤ Two men were arrested in Yakima County following a domestic violence call, with one found hiding in his home via drone assistance. Apple Valley News Now
- ➤ During the trial of two men for a 2023 drive-by shooting in Wapato, a discrepancy emerged over the number of videos showing the crime, with a witness claiming two videos existed but only one being presented to jurors. Yakima Herald-Republic
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Yakima invites public input on its new six-year Transportation Improvement Plan during a hearing on Feb. 18. NonStopLocal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A guide highlighting top dining spots in Yakima for Valentine's Day, encouraging individuals to proactively make dinner reservations. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
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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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