Good morning, Yakima.

Today, Yakima Rotary clubs installed a Peace Pole at the Rotary Marketplace in downtown Yakima.

The pole carries the message 'May Peace Prevail on Earth' in 10 languages (including Arabic and English) and marks the community's commitment to peace and unity.

Lions Pool reopened on April 15 with support from private donations + up to $230,000 in city reserves, now running a reduced schedule Monday-Friday with lap swim and water exercise classes to extend its season.

Staff plan repairs at Franklin Pool and aim for a reopening by June 15.

Yakima Public Libraries are hosting Dia de los Ninos on April 30 from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. at the central library downtown, where community members can enjoy free face painting, snacks, and books.

A local guide has listed seven speakeasy-style bars for Yakima’s 21+ crowd that offer early happy hour times.

The guide highlights Purrr (which serves the secret cocktail Charlotte’s Web) and The Distillarium among several venues across the city.

Port officials from Grandview will attend Food Northwest Expo next week in Portland to promote economic growth and attract food and agriculture businesses looking to relocate or expand.

The marketing effort builds on recent developments like Wallace Way West and Travel Plaza (recent business projects).

Selah School District approved significant staff cuts by attrition in March to save $2.5 million next school year amid enrollment declines and funding shortfalls, reducing 13 certificated positions while final classified cuts remain unknown & a budget update is set for April 23 with staffing plans finalized at month’s end.

The WA Department of Fish and Wildlife has classified the Golden Mussel as a Level 1 invasive species to protect water quality and native wildlife.

Boaters are urged to inspect their vessels at watercraft checkpoints to curb further spread from other states.

The IRS extended the tax filing deadline to May 1 for residents of Benton, Yakima, and Kittitas counties impacted by December flooding — business owners can contact IRS special services or file Form 4868 for an extra six-month extension.

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.