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Yakima
Saturday, August 31st, 2024
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 31st of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Labor Day in Kennewick, Pasco, Richland, Yakima, and Walla Walla will see closures of non-emergency government offices and altered trash collection schedules, while emergency services operate normally. NonStopLocal
- ➤ Yakima Valley Trolleys to host a free Kids Activity Day at a trolley museum on August 31, featuring coloring, Storytime, and tours. NonStopLocal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Sunnyside man, already facing charges, will be arraigned for shooting his cousin and stealing his car, with the court date delayed due to a lack of public defenders. Yakima Herald-Republic
- ➤ Yakima police are investigating two unsolved homicides from this month, urging the public to share any surveillance footage related to the gang-related shootings. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ A Tieton man, Lazaro Rebolledo-Gutierrez, is charged with vehicular assault after a DUI crash in Cowiche broke another man's leg, amid attorney shortages possibly delaying his arraignment. Yakima Herald-Republic
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Heat Advisory is issued for the Kittitas Valley, Yakima Valley, Lower Columbia Basin, and Blue Foothills from Saturday 11 AM through Sunday 9 PM amid a forecast of rising temperatures to mid-upper 90s by Sunday. Apple Valley News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Viren Mayani has been appointed as the new Finance and Budget Director for the City of Yakima, bringing a broad financial management background to tackle budget and finance challenges. 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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Downtown Yakima Farmers Market
Experience a vibrant array of local produce and goods at the Downtown Yakima Farmers Market this Sunday.
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Brew-tiful Homes: A Homebuyer Class and Dinner
Learn essential homebuying skills while enjoying dinner and drinks with industry professionals in a fun, hands-on setting.
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