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Yakima
Thursday, August 22nd, 2024
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Solarity Credit Union donated over 800 school supply items to YWCA Yakima to support student success for the 2024-25 school year. NonStopLocal
- ➤ The Yakima Housing Authority is hosting a Family Fun Night and Resource Fair at Miller Park to strengthen community ties and enhance neighborhood safety on Aug. 21. NonStopLocal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A judge approved the use of smart watch heart-rate data as evidence in a trial to demonstrate a mother was asleep when her toddler was fatally injured, amid debate over the data's authenticity and late introduction. Yakima Herald-Republic
- ➤ Taylor Thomas Rayne Sinclair receives a 14-year federal prison sentence for a violent home-invasion assault on a woman in the Yakama Nation area in November 2022. Yakima Herald-Republic
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Yakima Valley school districts are beginning the academic year with the largest, Yakima School District, starting classes on Thursday, and others to follow through late August. Yakima Herald-Republic
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Retreat Fire's aftermath near Naches threatens the Yakima-Tieton Irrigation Canal with debris and damage, risking a catastrophic impact on the local economy and essential water supplies for firefighting and community use. Apple Valley News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Yakima City Council is contemplating annexing part of Terrace Heights, facing opposition from residents worried about tax hikes and reduced emergency service response times. NonStopLocal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A free dental clinic and health screening event will be open to all community members at the Yakama Nation Community Center from August 23-25, offering various services including dental care, haircuts, and access to therapy. NonStopLocal
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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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Car Chrome and Coffee - Classic and Exotic Car Gathering
Experience a vibrant local gathering of classic, performance, muscle, and exotic cars, bikes, and trucks at Yakima Coffee Company, perfect for car enthusiasts and gearheads.
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