Good morning, Yakima.

The 22nd annual Fresh Hop Ale Festival—sponsored by YCH and led by the Fresh Hop Group—will take place on October 5th at State Fair Park with over 60 breweries, wineries and cideries, food vendors and live music.

Parking will cost $10 per car while a free shuttle service will help guests attend.

Today, Selah Community Days kicks off with a Young Life community dinner at the Selah Civic Center and a carnival at Wixson Park, while events continue through Sunday with a Saturday parade at 10 a.m. and fireworks at 9:45 p.m.—Legends Casino hosts its annual powwow and stick game tournament at the Yakima SunDome, Bert Grant’s Birthday is celebrated at Schab’s Bier Den on Saturday from 4–9 p.m., and a free concert takes place at Yakima Sportsman State Park on Sunday from 2–4:30 p.m.

Yakima County Fire District 5 crews responded to a fire at 462 Hornsby Road near Grandview early Wednesday morning—fire damaged a double-wide mobile home with combined fire, smoke, and water damage estimated at $75,000.

A 36-year-old man died after a shooting at Chesterley Skate Park in Yakima on May 12 at 7:20 p.m. and a 22-year-old suspect was arrested and made his preliminary court appearance on May 14—he faces charges of second-degree murder, unlawful firearm possession, and assault with bail set at $200,000 and arraignment scheduled for May 27 at 9 a.m.

Yakima police arrested a mother near her home on Tuesday after an 11-year-old student at Roosevelt Elementary said that on Sunday her mother threatened to behead her and her siblings with a red-handled knife—police placed the children in protective custody as the investigation continues.

Scammers have been calling Yakima residents falsely claiming they are with the Washington State Patrol and threatening arrest or fines if personal or financial details are not provided—officials advise hanging up, noting the caller’s name, and dialing 911.

High school seniors in Yakima will receive HAAP and university scholarships tomorrow at 6 p.m. at YV Tech on 1120 S.

18th St, where 25 students will get awards from $1,000 to $2,000 and 15 will receive university funds from $2,500 to $10,000 or more & a special scholarship will honor the late 7-year-old Violette de la Torre.

Dr. Michael H. Mittelman— a former Navy Rear Admiral and longtime academic leader— was named the new president of Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences in Yakima and will assume the role on Aug 1, succeeding Interim President Dr. Robbyn Wacker after the death of Dr. Michael Lawler last August.

A Swedish study found that children who play organized sports, especially at ages 10 to 12, have lower risks of depression, anxiety, and addiction later in life.

The research shows boys benefit more than girls from each extra hour of physical activity + study authors say this period may be key to building resilience.

Health officials are monitoring 15 active TB cases in the Lower Yakima Valley (down from 17 reported on April 30) with Indian Health Services and Yakama Tribal Health tracking nine cases and the Yakima Health District handling six.

They continue testing close contacts and ensuring patients complete treatment to prevent further spread.

Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Yakima

3 PM – 12 AM — Uptown Yakima — Ticket purchase required — Explore historic landmarks and engage in fun challenges with friends during a thrilling scavenger hunt.

Adventurous Scavenger Hunt in Yakima

3 PM – 12 AM — 27 N Front St, Yakima, WA — Ticket purchase required — Explore Yakima's historic sites in a fun-filled self-guided scavenger hunt.