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Saturday, May 17th, 2025
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 17th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ PETA will drive its Hell on Wheels truck downtown at 12:00 p.m. on Monday to play recorded pig screams every 10 seconds in an effort to urge city residents to avoid pork and question meat industry practices—while the pork industry denies any cruelty. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ People For People broke ground on its new 6000 square foot commercial kitchen + centralized facility in Union Gap at 1236 Ahtanum Ridge Business Park to help Meals On Wheels deliver over 178,000 meals annually to local seniors. The building will have administrative offices, storage space and a community dining area while consolidating meal preparation from Selah Civic Center and Henry Beauchamp Center, with occupancy expected in December and a ribbon-cutting planned for January. Yakima Herald-Republic
- ➤ Today, the American Red Cross Central and Southeast Washington Chapter launches a wildfire preparedness campaign from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. with volunteer orientation at 302 S 2nd St in Yakima before teams head to Meadowbrook Estates at 7610 Nob Hill Blvd—volunteers will guide residents on clearing vegetation to reduce ember risks that cause most home fires. Apple Valley News Now
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Former Yakima police officer Travis Wayne Shephard faces charges of second-degree and fourth-degree assault after he punched Arturo Contreras-Diaz during a police pursuit on April 6, 2024—he will appear before a jury on July 14. NonStopLocal
- ➤ Yakima Police confirmed that a 36-year-old man was shot at Chesterly Skate Park by a local 22-year-old who now faces a second-degree murder charge, and officials remain alert as a new Venezuelan gang—formed by ex-members of Tren de Aragua and known for smuggling, drug trafficking, and armed robberies—could pose additional threats to rural areas. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Yakima Valley Museum announced the 2025 Justice William O. Douglas Essay Contest for high school and college students in District 105—students will submit essays by July 15th at 11:59 p.m. and be honored at an award banquet on August 23rd in Yakima. KIMA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Yakima County Fire Marshal announced a county-wide burn ban will take effect in unincorporated Yakima County on June 1 until Sept. 1 due to anticipated dry conditions—residential outdoor burning like bonfires and recreational fires is banned and violators may face a $1,000 fine, arrest, or jail time. NonStopLocal
- ➤ The Yakima Police Department held a ceremony at Sarg Hubbard park today to honor officers who died and recognize those still serving during national law enforcement week—police remembered a Washington State Patrol trooper among 165 nationwide who made the ultimate sacrifice. Leaders stressed that support for both officers and their families helps address the significant stress of the job—community and law enforcement officials pledged continued commitment to providing this support. KIMA
- ➤ Yakima County Fire Marshal has announced a burn ban for unincorporated areas starting June 1 until Sept. 1 because of dry conditions. Residential outdoor burning such as bonfires is prohibited, but outdoor fireplaces, portable devices, cooking appliances and patio warmers are allowed—violators may face a $1,000 fine or arrest. FOX 41
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