Good morning, Yakima.

Parker, a 6-year-old boy from Royal City battling lymphoma, enjoyed a superhero experience at Disneyland during Disney’s Week of Wishes last week & met YouTube stars Dude Perfect, turning a challenging journey into a day of hope and fun.

The Yakima Symphony Orchestra is set to wrap its season this weekend with a 90-minute concert featuring Carl Orff's Carmina Burana and Strauss Jr.'s Wine, Women, and Song.

Conductor Lawrence Golan leads a 100-member chorus and orchestra in a performance expected to be a dramatic farewell.

Film fans can catch the indie psychological thriller Where Silence Lies at The Majestic in Union Gap until May 14.

Producer Nicholas J. Moore overcame major setbacks after losing the film’s only copy and rebuilt it on his own.

Food Network celebrity Sandra Lee will guest judge Yakima’s $500 apple pie contest on Saturday, Sept.

26 at the Central Washington State Fair (Sept. 25-Oct. 4), where bakers must bring two identically baked pies made from scratch.

The Hometown Showdown debuts on Saturday, May 9 at Hometown Ace Hardware in Yakima as the kickoff for the Pacific Northwest Food Championships and features a live-fire cooking contest with separate adult and youth divisions.

Competitions begin at noon with awards at 5:30 p.m. plus live demos and local vendors.

Tourism officials preview a lively summer in the Yakima Valley with festivals, live music, and wine tastings.

Events include a fishing event at Red’s Fly Shop on May 30, Chinook Fest from June 18 to 21, and Prosser’s Scottish Fest and Wine Music Festival from June 19 to 21.

Washington state fire officials say human activity is responsible for nearly 90% of wildfires, urging Yakima residents to clear vegetation and prepare emergency kits as dry, warm conditions heighten fire risks.

They recommend following local safety tips & staying alert this wildfire season.

Walmart in Yakima is recalling Great Value Chicken Bacon Ranch pizzas as USDA tests found potential salmonella contamination; shoppers with these products should return, exchange, or dispose of them to avoid foodborne illness.

Residents planning a summer float can explore seven lesser-known Washington rivers, including routes near Yakima and along the Snake River, to beat the heat with an affordable outdoor adventure.

The list offers a fresh guide to hidden gems ideal for a relaxing trip on the water.