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Monday, September 23rd, 2024

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Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of September.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Anita Zapien and her son, Sebastian Diaz, won first place in adult and youth divisions of a pie-baking contest at the Central Washington State Fair, highlighting their family's baking bond.  Yakima Herald-Republic
  • The 2024 Yakima Sunfair Parade, featuring 125 entries including floats and school bands, emerged as one of the city's largest parades in history, drawing tens of thousands of spectators.  KIMA
  • The final Cruise the Ave of 2024 in Yakima featured a food and supply drive by the YWCA and Yakima Vintiques Car Club for battered women.  KIMA

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A pedestrian, Joe Sandoval, was killed in Yakima County after a car veered off State Route 97 and struck him; an investigation is ongoing with pending charges for the driver.  KIMA

CRIME NEWS

  • A man faces multiple charges, including DUI and hit-and-run, after a fatal crash in Yakima County that left one woman dead and two injured.  KIMA

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • The Goose Prairie solar project near Moxee, WA, managed by Brookfield Renewable, is set to be fully operational by December 24th after beginning energization in June.  KIMA

HISTORY NEWS

  • Andrew J. Bolon's killing by Yakamas in 1855 sparked a complex series of events leading to war between the Yakama Nation and the U.S. government, showcasing the tensions and misunderstandings in a rapidly changing territory.  Yakima Herald-Republic

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • 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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  • YVV: Summer Evening on the Patio with JoAnn Carlson

    Experience a relaxing evening with award-winning wines and live music under the stars at Yakima Valley Community College.

    Fri, 9/27/24

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  • Classic and Exotic Car Show at Yakima Coffee Company

    Experience a vibrant local gathering showcasing Classic, Performance, Muscle, and Exotic cars, bikes, and trucks in a relaxed setting.

    Sat, 9/28/24

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  • Free Children's Book Giveaway

    Experience the joy of reading with thousands of free books available for kids of all ages at the Downtown Yakima Farmers' Market.

    Sun, 9/29/24

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  • Autumn Bridge Painting Night - Ages 21+

    Experience a guided painting session at Mickey's Pub while enjoying great bar food and drinks in a vibrant atmosphere.

    Mon, 9/30/24

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  • Power of the Purse Gala

    Experience an elegant evening filled with exquisite food, drinks, and a dynamic auction featuring a variety of stylish purses.

    Fri, 10/4/24

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  • Led Zeppelin Tribute Concert Night at Capitol Theatre

    Experience an electrifying tribute to Led Zeppelin as No Quarter International brings their stellar reenactment of a live concert to the Capitol Theatre for one night only.

    Sat, 10/5/24

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  • Downtown Yakima Farmers Market

    Explore fresh local produce and handmade goods at the Downtown Yakima Farmers Market every Sunday from May to October.

    Sun, 10/6/24

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  • EDTalk 2024: A Celebration of Economic Development in Yakima County

    Celebrate the economic growth and development of Yakima County at this informative event featuring key community stakeholders and projects that foster local opportunities.

    Tue, 10/8/24

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  • Car Chrome and Coffee Gathering in Yakima, WA

    Experience a vibrant local gathering showcasing Classic, Performance, Muscle, and Exotic cars, bikes, and trucks at Yakima Coffee Company.

    Sat, 10/12/24

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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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