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Yakima
Monday, September 8th, 2025
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of September.
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Farmers in Yakima are using more H-2A guest workers as labor shortages increase and fear of ICE detentions grows—local officials say new plans like the Farm Workforce Modernization Act will help secure the harvest. Yakima Herald-Republic
- ➤ Washington is seeing a surge in electric vehicle sales as buyers rush to purchase before the federal tax credit ends at the end of September—officials say the incentive drove record sales. Steven Hershkowitz from the Commerce Department said the quick sale of a popular state rebate program has boosted interest and may spur more purchases in the coming weeks. NonStopLocal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Washington Department of Veterans Affairs is urging everyone to join its 'Speak Up, Save Lives' campaign during Suicide Prevention Awareness Month to break silence and reduce stigma among service members and veteran families—after 212 veteran suicides occurred in 2024. The department offers free suicide prevention toolkits and training sessions online and in-person and advises anyone in crisis to call 988 for help. NonStopLocal
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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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