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Cruise The Ave returns this summer along Yakima Avenue from 7 pm to 11 pm on select Saturday nights including June 13 and Sept.

19. Mayor Matt Brown and City Council approved six dates for the classic car cruise — get your ride shined up for a fun evening.

A new fabric shop named Nana's Quilt Shop has opened on Nob Hill plus offers fabrics, quilting supplies, and longarm quilting services with hours Tuesday to Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Quilting classes will begin soon, according to owner Robin.

Lawmakers approved a 25% funding cut to Washington’s Transition to Kindergarten program, which will reduce access for nearly 2,000 students next year.

Educators in Yakima County and nearby areas say the cuts may force districts to rely more on local levies as they adjust budgets amid rising costs.

Yakima School District will host an information session on Tuesday, April 14, from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at its district office (104 N.

Fourth Ave) to explain the bond planned to replace Hoover and Garfield elementary schools and answer community questions.

Washington State Department of Ecology declared a drought emergency this week to trigger state drought response grants as Yakima Valley growers brace for lower snowpack levels and potential water restrictions – decreasing snowpack may also raise wildfire risks for local communities.

Yakima City Council voted to use $230,000 from reserve funds while public donations helped reach a $120,000 goal, and the pools will open on April 15.

The decision follows closures due to budget cuts and ensures families a safe place to swim this summer.

Teacher Lacey Moore discovered a lump while teaching kindergarten in Selah and was diagnosed with stage 3 breast cancer.

She began treatment at the MultiCare Cancer Institute at the North Star Lodge in Yakima — where Dr. Rubin tailors care to her needs.

A guide highlights Yakima’s top 10 luxury spots where residents enjoy upscale experiences from golf swings to spa retreats.

The list features favorites like Westwood Golf (Tieton Dr.) and the Capitol Theatre (3rd St.), offering a taste of the city’s hidden high life.

Jordan World Circus

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

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.