Good morning, Yakima.

Yakima Valley Partners Habitat for Humanity held a meeting with local officials and community leaders to discuss affordable home repairs.

Commissioners and representatives reviewed challenges with aging homes — often facing unexpected repair costs — and planned to seek funding from local and federal partners.

Franklin Middle School confirmed that its music program will not be cut this school year despite rumors - officials said the 2026-2027 program will keep two full-time teachers and adjust class sections based on enrollment while all core music pathways remain available.

Scientists have been studying an unprecedented spring heat dome — a phenomenon that sparked climate concerns — after record warm temperatures were observed yesterday; researchers will continue to assess its impact on local weather.

The U.S. Forest Service announced that commercial huckleberry harvest will remain closed at Gifford Pinchot National Forest and near Mount Adams for a second year — personal-use picking permits continue as ecological concerns and treaty rights spurred tribal requests for permanent closure.

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.