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Wednesday, August 21st, 2024
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of August.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Gas prices in Yakima have slightly increased by 0.4 cents to $3.84 per gallon this week, despite being lower than a month and a year ago, with the national average also seeing a decrease. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Yakima Rotary Club will give backpacks and school supplies to students at Hoover Elementary School on the first day of school, highlighting the community's support for education. NonStopLocal
- ➤ The American Red Cross provides a back-to-school safety checklist for students and drivers, emphasizing the importance of preparation and precautions to ensure safety. KIMA
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ After nearly two months, firefighters achieve near full containment of the Retreat/Rimrock and Lodgepole fires, but quickly pivot to the newly ignited, swiftly contained Bohoskey Fire. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ A wildfire in Yakima County, Washington, quickly consumed 315 acres and several cars, prompting temporary evacuations before being extinguished within five hours, likely caused by metal works. NonStopLocal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In Yakima's District 2 County Commissioner race, candidates use primary results to gauge voter support and adjust strategies for the general election. 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.
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2024 Central Washington State Fair Season Pass
Experience the excitement of the Central Washington State Fair with an all-you-can-ride carnival wristband at the lowest prices of the year.
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