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Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024

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Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 3rd of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Ron Anderson, a former Yakima County commissioner and real estate broker known for his morning emails and community involvement, passed away suddenly at 74.  Yakima Herald-Republic
  • The Downtown Association of Yakima is preparing for fall events, including the Chalk Art Festival and a Halloween-themed Sip and Stroll, aiming to bring festive fun to the community.  Apple Valley News Now

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A ten-year-old boy was killed in a collision between a Chevy Express van and a semi truck on I-82 east of Ellensburg.  NonStopLocal

CRIME NEWS

  • A man was shot in the chest on East Decatur Avenue.  NonStopLocal

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • Increased thunderstorm activity and high fire start risk due to dry vegetation are forecasted for Labor Day in Kittitas and Yakima counties, with temperatures soaring 5-10 degrees above average.  Apple Valley News Now

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Viren Mayani has been appointed as Yakima City's new Finance and Budget Director, bringing vast experience in financial management across various sectors.  KIMA
  • Yakima enforces parking rules, requiring a $50 annual permit for residents to park longer than two hours in designated downtown areas.  Apple Valley News Now
  • The Yakima City Council plans to acknowledge the Fruit Row Historic District and deliberate enhancements to the gang intervention task force, alongside financial subjects including a new city Finance Director and funding for downtown promotion.  Yakima Herald-Republic

HEALTH NEWS

  • The International Overdose Awareness Day event in Yakima emphasized the critical need for additional inpatient treatment facilities to combat the rising overdose deaths, which have increased from 81 in 2022 to 96 in 2023.  Yakima Herald-Republic

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • WSDOT advises hydrating, checking AC, and carrying extra clothes to manage holiday traffic challenges.  NonStopLocal

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Downtown Yakima Farmers Market

    Experience a vibrant summer market featuring local produce, crafts, and community engagement every Sunday morning in Downtown Yakima.

    Sun, 9/8/24

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  • Weekly NA Meetings in Yakima

    Join the community for weekly Narcotics Anonymous meetings offering support for drug addiction recovery.

    Mon, 9/9/24

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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.

    Thu, 9/12/24

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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.

    Fri, 9/13/24

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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.

    Sat, 9/14/24

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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.

    Sun, 9/15/24

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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.

    Fri, 9/20/24

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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.

    Sat, 9/21/24

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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.

    Sun, 9/22/24

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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.

    Thu, 9/26/24

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REAL ESTATE

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

The world is changed by people who get up early.

~ Reid Hoffman

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