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Thursday, April 23rd, 2026
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ La Casa Hogar has named a new executive director, Asuncion (Chon) Marquez, who brings 12 years nonprofit experience from Rod's House and will start on May 26 to boost services for the Spanish-speaking community in Yakima. Yakima Herald-Republic
- ➤ Aviation Day will take place Saturday, June 6 at Yakima Air Terminal-McAllister Field from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., offering aircraft displays, aviation booths, food vendors, and a Fly In Pancake Breakfast at Yakima Air Park while partnering with the McAllister Museum of Aviation to raise scholarships and honor D-Day. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ Yakima's Downtown Farmers Market returns on Mother's Day with fresh produce, artisanal crafts, and live music each Sunday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Rotary Marketplace Pavilion — the venue now features permanent, fully plumbed restrooms and will host free Kids Day on May 31. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Alex Martinez operates Crave Ink Yakima, a licensed tattoo studio that travels in a converted bus to serve local events and clients. He built his business with community support + strict sanitation standards while balancing his tattoo work with his role at Cardinal Paint. Yakima Herald-Republic
- ➤ Yakima Town Hall Speaker Series hosted Erik Larson on Wednesday at the Capitol Theatre. Bridget Russel announced 2026-2027 lineup including Brooke Shields on Sept. 23, Kate Anderson Brower on Oct. 14, Albert Lin on March 24, and Drew Bledsoe on April 21. NonStopLocal
- ➤ On Sunday, the Yakima Buddhist Church will host its annual Sukiyaki Dinner fundraiser at Bussei Kaikan from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Organizers earlier toured the historic Pacific Hotel (a vestige of Japan Town) to honor the community’s heritage. Yakima Herald-Republic
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Yakima Valley College hosted its first Giving Day fundraiser to support emergency student funding and creative programs, beginning early Wednesday and ending at midnight. The event united the community & boosted educational opportunities for local students. KIMA
- ➤ Davis High School presents a musical adaptation of The Hunchback of Notre Dame at 6:30 p.m. today at its auditorium at 212 S. Sixth Ave — 52 students perform in several shows through May 2 with tickets at $15 for adults and $10 for students and seniors. Yakima Herald-Republic
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers in Washington now face fines of $250 and up for tossing trash or cigarette butts from their cars on highways. The state law also sets fines up to $1,025 for (lit debris) and extra fees for fire-fighting and damage, so keep trash securely stored. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Premera Blue Cross and MultiCare are negotiating a new contract that may turn Yakima Memorial Hospital and local facilities out of network for nonemergency care after May 31 if they do not reach an agreement. Letters with details (including alternative options) have been mailed this week to affected plan holders. Yakima Herald-Republic
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ With Mother's Day on May 10 approaching, local shops and service providers across Yakima Valley offer gift choices such as jewelry, wines and chocolates, hotel stays, pampering services, and local gift cards. Shoppers can visit these venues for details and a touch of luxury this holiday. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
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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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