Good morning, Yakima.

The Yakima Salvation Army will dedicate its new Hope Market Client Choice Food Pantry on Thursday, June 25 from 5 pm to 7 pm at 509 North 4th Street.

Attendees can enjoy a meal, tour the community center, and watch the ribbon-cutting + learn how the agency supports local families.

Suburban Propane employees volunteered at Camp Hope in Yakima today - sorting donated clothing, cleaning common areas, and maintaining grounds as the shelter serves about 180 residents nightly amid rising demand.

According to the state's Department of Employment Security, a single parent in Yakima must earn $39.86 per hour while a living wage calculator (MIT) shows single adults need $22.61 and two workers $30.17 each; the median salary is over $52,000 and agriculture, healthcare, and government jobs dominate the market.

Eisenhower High School senior Zaid Munir earned a full scholarship to Caltech via the QuestBridge program on Nov.

30, 2025. He will start college next school year to study mechanical engineering and join the water polo team — a clear sign his hard work paid off.

Brandon Butler overcame early challenges by moving out at 15 and focusing on his education; he graduated from Naches Valley high-school on June 9 and plans to work as a welder while helping underprivileged kids.

Governor Bob Ferguson announced his plan (Away for the Day) to ban cellphones during school hours in Washington K-12 schools.

He will share a detailed proposal on Sept. 15 with a bill prefiling on Dec. 7, and districts will start the policy in Sept. 2027.

The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) closed the westbound I‑82 off‑ramp at Exit 31 to North First Street Tuesday after discovering a loose bridge expansion joint.

Repairs will begin Wednesday morning and drivers are urged to take the detour route.

The Yakima real estate market slowed in May with 152 homes sold—a 15.1% drop—but year-to-date sales rose 2.7% to 673 homes and the overall median price climbed 3.84% to $379,000.

Sellers still face strong demand for homes under $400,000 even as May prices dipped 3.5%.

Los Cuates de Sinaloa & Tite Chavez

7 p.m. — La Forja Event Center — Cost Info Not Provided — Experience the vibrant beats of Latin music with Los Cuates de Sinaloa and Tite Chavez in a lively performance.

Backyard Garden Painting Event

6-8 p.m. — Mickey's Pub — Food and drink not included — Create art, sip drinks, and enjoy the local vibe at this fun painting class.

Yakima Fan Zone: Czechia vs Mexico

6-9 p.m. — Sozo Sports Complex — Free admission — Experience the excitement of a World Cup game with food trucks, giveaways, and soccer action.

Princess Unicorn and Daddy Daughter Night

6:35-10:30 p.m. — Yakima Valley Pippins Baseball Club — Enjoy quality time with mini-unicorn rides and baseball excitement.

19th Annual Lavender Harvest Days

Varied hours — Selah Ridge Lavender Farm LLC — Free admission, $5 parking — Explore unique vendors, enjoy a scavenger hunt for kids, and experience the beauty of lavender in a charming farm setting.