Friday, September 6th, 2024
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Cowiche Creek Brewing Company is hosting the Bite the Brewer & Dunk the Deputy - K9 Foundation Yakima Valley Fundraiser to support local K9 programs through donations and activities, emphasizing the importance of community funding for these safety initiatives. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ Yakima Valley College to host a French Market and Wine Release Party, featuring tastings of student-made wines and local artisan products. FOX 41
- ➤ Yakima's Deputy Mayor and a City Council Member are hosting an informal community forum at the Harman Center to address questions and concerns. KIMA
- ➤ Yakima County reinvigorates its Gang Reduction and Intervention Taskforce with community partnerships to tackle ongoing youth gang violence, despite limited funding. Apple Valley News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Yakima School District bolsters its safety division with seasoned professionals to counter the rise in school shootings, following a recent tragic incident near Atlanta where a 14-year-old killed four and injured nine. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ NWS Pendleton issues Heat Advisory and Red Flag Warning in parts of Yakima County, with temperatures 10-15 degrees above average and high fire danger due to dry vegetation. Apple Valley News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Jay Inslee and Tulsi Gabbard to headline respective Democratic and Republican fundraising dinners in Yakima, focusing on the upcoming election. Yakima Herald-Republic
- ➤ Yakima City Council introduces new finance director, acknowledges Fruit Row as a historic district, and prepares to address gang interventions and needle exchange programs. Yakima Herald-Republic
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Yakama Nation will commemorate Hope For Life Day on Sept. 10 with a balloon release in Pioneer Park to honor suicide victims and promote mental health awareness among Native Americans. 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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