Good morning, Yakima.

Yakima’s Dozer Day gives kids a chance to drive bulldozers and excavators while meeting first responders and enjoying scavenger hunts at State Fair Park on March 21-22 (11:00 am to 3:00 pm with a quiet hour for children with special needs from 10:00 to 11:00).

A Yakima driver recounted a near collision on Nob Hill Blvd at 24th Ave (the incident occurred a few weeks ago) when a smart car driver’s angry words turned to laughter (local drivers say the stretch often triggers road rage).

Locals are invited to share their own experiences.

Nikki's Cafe recently opened on elm street in Tieton next to Paper Hammer Studio and already brings locals together with quality coffee, warming food, and friendly service.

Owner Nikki Townsend envisions it as the main hangout spot — a diamond in the rough.

Multiple St. Patrick’s Day events will take place in Yakima Valley on Tuesday, March 17, including Rough Sets Open Mic Comedy Night at Bill’s Place and McGuire’s Annual Party in Selah (doors open at 9 a.m.) with additional celebrations featuring trivia, Irish dinners, and green beer across Yakima, Selah, and Naches.

Tree Top Inc. plans to expand its fruit-processing facility in Prosser by purchasing 40 acres from the Port to build a drop yard, wastewater pretreatment plant, warehouse and manufacturing facilities that could eventually add several hundred jobs.

The proposal follows a recent $30 million expansion that doubled production.

Rising gas prices are giving electric vehicle owners an advantage in Yakima today — experts say more drivers may soon switch to EVs to cut fuel costs.

About 200 parents, alumni & students gathered Wednesday, March 11 at Simcoe Elementary in Wapato to urge the school board to act on bullying after 13-year-old Ethan Colfax died by suicide on March 4.

Officials said they will review comments and reports to boost student safety.

A study by local researcher J Shah and Dr. Clay Argano showed that the Yakima River holds many microplastics, with estimates of about 170,000 pieces passing by each second (found across nine sampling sites) and raised concerns that atmospheric sources may add to the pollution.

A recent study shows Wenatchee + Yakima Valleys may be safer in a nuclear event because of lower population density, plentiful water, and fertile soil, as the Doomsday Clock now reads 85 seconds to midnight.

Jordan World Circus

5:00 – 6:30 PM — Yakima SunDome — Tickets start at $10 — Experience thrilling circus performances with family-friendly fun.