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Friday, April 3rd, 2026
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 3rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Bob Romero, chief executive officer of Yakima Family YMCA for 20 years, announced he will retire effective September 15. He built the Rotary Aquatic Center & guided the YMCA through COVID-19 challenges. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ Crews are painting the new Selah Downtown Association home in the historic district near Naches Ave after the organization acquired the building on March 31; leaders plan to move in later this month & host events for local businesses and community members. KIMA
- ➤ An ice cream social in Naches will be held Saturday, Apr. 11 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Applewood Park to raise funds for the library; the event will feature live music, yard games, a seed starting activity (by The Floral Station) and $5 ice cream from King’s Scoop. Yakima Herald-Republic
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Yakima Symphony Orchestra’s POPS IV: ¡Fiesta! will take place Saturday, April 18 at 7:30 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre, featuring Spanish and Latin tunes with ticket prices starting at $19 & a contest for free tickets closing Sunday, April 12 at 11:59 p.m. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ The Yakima Symphony Orchestra will perform its 2027-28 season at A.C. Davis High School while Capitol Theatre undergoes a three-year renovation starting summer 2026 (a preview is set for Aug. 30, 2026). The move expands student access to live music with extra concerts, dress rehearsals and classroom performances. Yakima Herald-Republic
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Central Washington University announced a historic partnership with Yakama Nation to expand educational opportunities for indigenous students in Yakima. The university will mark the event with a ceremony on Monday, Apr. 27 from 9:30 to 11 a.m. KIMA
- ➤ Yakima School District will ask voters for a $200 million bond measure on April 28 to rebuild Hoover and Garfield elementaries and upgrade tracks and playgrounds for ADA compliance. The district has not sought a bond measure in nearly 20 years. KIMA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Selah woman diagnosed with colon cancer at 45 after a routine colonoscopy urges Yakima residents to start early screening as doctors report rising cases among younger individuals. She underwent robotic surgery at Yakima Memorial Hospital with no need for further treatment, underscoring the importance of early detection. NonStopLocal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A Yakima guide showcases five hidden escapes for relaxation including parks, a historic trolley stop bench, and a quiet library spot where noise fades. The list helps residents take a peaceful break during busy days. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
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Jordan World Circus
5:00 – 6:30 PM — Yakima SunDome — Tickets start at $10 — Experience thrilling circus performances with family-friendly fun.
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West Valley vs. Moses Lake Varsity Baseball Game
4-5:45 p.m. — West Valley High School — Free entry — Cheer on the varsity baseball team as they take on their conference rivals from Moses Lake.
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