Thursday, September 5th, 2024
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Yakima City Council members Matt Brown and Reedy Berg will host a community forum to discuss public safety, traffic, construction, and economic development with local residents. Yakima Herald-Republic
- ➤ The Yakima Police Department is enhancing road safety by shifting from weekly to monthly traffic reports and launching 'Traffic Tip Tuesdays' videos for better community engagement and driver education. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ Yakima Valley is bustling with over 99 events in September, featuring everything from the Ellensburg Rodeo to the Central Washington State Fair and various community gatherings, ensuring activities for all interests. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A 22-year-old Yakima man was arrested for exposing himself to a student near Washington Middle School, marking a disturbing pattern of behavior. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ Charmmorro Vijay Strothers was sentenced to 2.5 years in federal prison for impersonating a U.S. Marshal in a fraudulent bail bond scheme in Yakima, requiring him to also pay $85,945 in restitution. FOX 41
- ➤ Yakima County introduces cold case playing cards in correctional facilities to encourage tips that could solve longstanding and recent unsolved cases. Yakima Herald-Republic
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Heat Advisory has been issued for several areas due to temperatures rising 5-15 degrees above average, peaking Thursday through Saturday, with slight cooling expected by Monday. Apple Valley News Now
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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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