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Sunday, August 11th, 2024
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Bruce Buchanan Aquatic Center's operating levy has reached 62.51% approval, potentially preventing its closure and impacting Selah taxpayers with a $6.2 million bond repayment. Yakima Herald-Republic
- ➤ The YWCA Yakima is raising the final $1 million for a new emergency shelter to serve over 400 domestic violence victims annually by June 2026, addressing the critical need for more safe housing in Yakima Valley. Yakima Herald-Republic
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ The Retreat Fire has reached 66% containment, with ongoing firefighting efforts despite adverse weather conditions and a closure of U.S. Highway 12 along with several state and national forest areas. Yakima Herald-Republic
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Francisco Javier Solorio-Valencia was arrested for leading a large-scale illegal marijuana operation in Yakima and Grant counties, now released on bond. Yakima Herald-Republic
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A special candidate filing period from August 12-14 is set for commissioner positions of a proposed lower valley hospital district, with the election coinciding with the November 5 General Election. KIMA
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