Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 27th of June.
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🏘️ Community
The Downtown Yakima Farmers Market runs Sundays from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Yakima Rotary Marketplace Pavilion until Oct.
18 and features food from The Corn Guy — known for loaded asada — and Aunty Jam’s Asian Kitchen with pad Thai and curry kabobs.
🎭 Culture
A local feature outlines humorous AI-generated ideas for celebrating the upcoming 4th of July, including sprinkler contests and tailgate parties, to capture the quirky spirit of the holiday.
It encourages residents to enjoy events safely while adding a creative twist to traditional fireworks and barbecues.
🌲 Environment
BJ Hayes warned drivers not to travel when heavy rain makes roads hard to see (live updates expected) as flash flooding creates dangerous conditions.
Residents are urged to stay off roads until weather improves.
🏥 Health
Yakima Health District announced that the county’s first mosquito samples for 2026 have tested positive for West Nile virus and urges residents to use EPA-registered insect repellent and remove standing water at home.
The health department previously found the virus in 2025 (with one human case reported) to help reduce the risk of illness.
Premera Blue Cross and MultiCare Health System have extended their contract until July 31 so patients can continue care as negotiations proceed without disruption.
This second one-month extension follows earlier short-term deals and prevents MultiCare from becoming out-of-network until a new agreement is reached.
🎉 Yakima Events
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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.
Scout Hub 002 Grand Opening
10 a.m. – 7 p.m. — Adventurer Manufacturing, Inc — Free admission — Experience camper tours, local gear, and community connections at this grand opening event.
Hot Shots 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament
Central Washington's Biggest 3-on-3 Basketball Tourney — July 24-25 — Sozo Sports Complex — Early registration fee applies — Test your skills in great summer weather against top players from the region.
Count Down To Launch Comedy Show
7-9:30 p.m. — Johnny’s Lounge — Tickets required — Enjoy a night of laughs with top local comics before one takes flight to Texas.
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