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Yakima
Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ September in Yakima Valley features many community events—fall markets, craft and vendor fairs at local venues including Casino Caribbean on Sept 2 and upcoming events in Naches, Zillah and Yakima along with the Central Washington State Fair from Sept 19 through Sept 28. Residents can look forward to enjoying local crafts, food and entertainment during this busy month. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ The Central Washington Home Builders Association will host the annual Tour of Homes in Yakima on September 13th-14th and 20th-21st, with $10 tickets on sale and a contest for free passes ending Monday, September 8th at 11:59 p.m.—the event will let residents view custom, energy-efficient homes and enjoy gourmet bites at Chefs on Tour on September 18th. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ At Home furniture retailer will close 29 locations by the end of September due to rising interest rates and underperformance — the Yakima store on Rudkin Road and a Billings store on 24th Street are among those affected. NonStopLocal
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Yakima police said a 27-year-old man, Jaime Garcia-Garnica, was fatally shot Monday morning in the 1800 block of Cornell Avenue, marking the city’s ninth homicide and county’s 17th as detectives review evidence and surveillance video—an interfaith group will hold a prayer service Friday to honor him. Yakima Herald-Republic
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ More than 150 people marched in downtown Yakima on Monday, Sept. 1 as part of the Revive in 25 tour led by Christian activist Sean Feucht—participants waved flags, sang songs, and were escorted by police along Yakima Avenue. A later concert at State Fair Park drew hundreds who gathered to honor their faith. Yakima Herald-Republic
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ On September 2nd, the Native Strong Lifeline added a text and chat feature to offer immediate suicide prevention support to Native and Indigenous people—making it the only hotline run entirely by Native crisis counselors. NonStopLocal
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Steps to Recovery Walk
Show your support for those on the path to recovery. Join us for a day of hope, resilience, and community. We invite all friends and family members in recovery to join us at this meaningful event and show your support for those who are walking the path of recovery.
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Central Washington State Fair
12-2 p.m. — State Fair Park — Admission details not specified — Explore the vibrant festivities at the Central Washington State Fair.
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Seattle Credit Union Invites Yakima Community to Mobile Branch Launch Celebration
Seattle Credit Union is proud to invite the Yakima community to the grand unveiling of its brand-new Mobile Banking Branch, a bold step toward making financial services more accessible to everyone. This special event will feature free lunch for all guests, music provided by Radio KDNA, raffle prizes and giveaways throughout the event, and a photo booth for fun memories with friends and family.
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5k Beer Run at Bale Breaker Brewing Company
12-2 p.m. — Bale Breaker Brewing Company — Registration fee required — Experience a fun 5k run followed by local craft beer and festivities.
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Washington Esther Conference 2025
6 PM – 6 PM — Life Church Yakima — Separate payments required — A two-day event empowering young women to be beautifully rooted in faith and purpose.
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