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Wednesday, May 6th, 2026
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Humane Society reports its pet food pantry remains empty — donations of food or cash help feed pets and local families — with drop-offs accepted at 2405 W. Birchfield Rd. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire broke out at Central Washington Wine Production Group on SR243 South near Mattawa today, sending thick columns of smoke into the air as crews worked to contain the blaze and confirmed no injuries despite 4.5 million gallons of wine stored at the facility. NonStopLocal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The state recognized eight local school districts for improving student achievement (2024-25 school year). Out of 150 districts, Grandview, Granger, Mount Adams, Naches, Wapato, West Valley, and Yakima earned recognition for closing achievement gaps and boosting student growth. Yakima Herald-Republic
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ High winds and wildfire danger affect our area today and are set to continue through Friday as a dry cold front moves in. Friday brings a risk of blowing dust while Tuesday will see a high UV index and medium-high pollen counts through Saturday. Apple Valley News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Representatives Dan Newhouse and Teresa Leger Fernández introduced a resolution on May 5 to designate that day as National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women and Girls, backed by indigenous groups and fellow lawmakers to spotlight unsolved cases and push for stronger protections. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ The Plymouth Weigh Station at the Oregon border will resume screening trucks electronically late May or early June, allowing drivers to pass without a stop. Granite Construction of Yakima manages the $14M upgrade funded by the state to ease traffic on I-82 near the Columbia River bridge. Yakima Herald-Republic
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Washington has seen 40 measles cases while Yakima stays safe with 97.7% vaccination among students + officials urge residents to check their vaccination records to maintain strong community protection. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ Two companies received a temporary stay on lower-court orders that would have restricted mifepristone use, allowing women to keep accessing the medication until May 11 as legal reviews continue in Washington. State officials say current health protocols remain unchanged. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ Brody Nolan started Intrnl Fight to raise youth mental health awareness following his best friend’s suicide. He will host the Cornhole with Purpose Tournament on May 9 at Sozo Sports Complex (2200 S. 36th Ave.) with cash prizes, food, and raffles to fund peer support programs. Yakima Herald-Republic
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