Daily
Yakima
Tuesday, August 20th, 2024
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Yakima Union Gospel Mission named Scott Thielen as interim CEO following Mike Johnson's resignation amidst a faith-based hiring lawsuit. KIMA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two men plead guilty to charges related to Rosenda Strong's 2018 murder on the Yakama Reservation, with sentences pending and five others awaiting trial. Yakima Herald-Republic
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Washington Department of Health has awarded $14 million in grants for climate projects, with some funding allocated to the Yakama Nation. NonStopLocal
- ➤ A wildfire in Yakima County has consumed 300 acres and several cars, prompting 'GO NOW' evacuation orders for residents near the Yakima Training Center. NonStopLocal
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A new haute ballroom dance studio opened in Yakima by two local dance enthusiasts aiming to share their passion for various dance styles with the community and plan to introduce a youth program soon. KIMA
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Downtown Yakima Farmers Market
Experience a vibrant summer market featuring local produce, crafts, and community engagement every Sunday morning in Downtown Yakima.
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Weekly NA Meetings in Yakima
Join the community for weekly Narcotics Anonymous meetings offering support for drug addiction recovery.
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Let's Taco 'Bout Real Estate: Networking and Insights
Experience an informative evening with delicious tacos while learning about the latest real estate market insights from industry professionals at Bale Breaker Brewing Company.
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Grand Kyiv Ballet: Don Quixote
Experience the enchanting performance of the Grand Kyiv Ballet as they present Don Quixote at the Capitol Theatre in Yakima.
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Classic and Exotic Car Gathering at Yakima Coffee
Experience a vibrant gathering of classic, performance, muscle, and exotic vehicles, along with motorcycles and trucks, while enjoying coffee and camaraderie among fellow automotive enthusiasts.
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Tigre Loco: A Summer Farewell Celebration
Experience an evening filled with delicious tapas, craft cocktails, music, tattoos, and fun patio games to bid farewell to summer.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The quieter you become, the more you can hear.
~ Ram Dass
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