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Saturday, October 4th, 2025
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Oct 3rd, the city of Zillah held a ribbon-cutting ceremony for a new agriculture-themed playground at renovated Loges Park. The park upgrade gives children a fun way to learn about farming — it features interactive play equipment. Apple Valley News Now
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Lilibeth Dosono, the general manager at Summitview McDonald’s, won the Ray Kroc award—given to the top 1% of managers worldwide—for her leadership and business results, a win that reflects her journey from the Philippines to success in Yakima 14 years ago. She credited her dedication and team support as key factors to her achievement. Yakima Herald-Republic
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Fresh Hop Ale Festival starts at 5 p.m. at State Fair Park in Yakima—this cashless, 21+ event features over 60 craft beverage makers, live music, local food vendors, multiple ticket options, free shuttles, and on-site camping available until 10 p.m. Yakima Herald-Republic
- ➤ Actor Kyle MacLachlan returned to Yakima on October 1 to launch the Town Hall series at Capitol Theatre—he reflected on his school days and his early work with filmmaker David Lynch while honoring his local roots. Yakima Herald-Republic
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Washington State Department of Ecology announced a halt on surface water use in the Yakima Basin due to historically low reservoir storage—resulting in decreased stream flow—and will enforce the order from October 6th through the end of the month on all surface water users including irrigators, municipalities and individual landowners. Residents and businesses are advised to call the department’s customer service line—officials will offer further guidance—about how the new restrictions may affect their water supply. FOX 41
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The city of Yakima announced that tree trimming work next week will close the southbound lane of Second Street between Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard and Lincoln Avenue on Monday from 6:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. + Drivers should plan alternate routes to avoid delays. FOX 41
- ➤ Yakima Airport Director Robert Hodgman said he will retire later in October because he feels unsupported by city leadership during key airport improvement projects. Yakima city officials said they will begin searching for a new director in October to lead efforts on projects like a new baggage claim area — a move aimed at keeping the airport strong. Apple Valley News Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A study showed that schools with free meal programs saw an 11% drop in children with high blood pressure over five years—healthier meals helped lower body mass index and blood pressure, researchers said. Experts warned that cuts to food aid could make it harder for kids to access these benefits. FOX 41
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A new guide lists 20 family friendly restaurants in Yakima for weekend dining with options for casual meals and upscale spots. The guide advises parents to call ahead or join a waiting list to avoid long waits when dining with their children. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
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Warrior Run 2025
8 a.m. — Pacific Northwest University-Health Sciences — Suggested donation of $15 — Conquer a 5k obstacle course and let the kids join the fun with a modified Little Warriors run.
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LEGACY 19
9 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Sarg Hubbard Park — Free entry — Celebrate fitness and community at this exciting local event for all ages.
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Art in the House: Artist and Vendor Event
6:00 p.m. — Barge-Chestnut Neighborhood Association — Donations welcome — Support homeless teens by providing meal donations for Rod's House.
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