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Saturday, October 12th, 2024
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 12th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Central Washington State Fair saw an 8% increase in attendance with 263,349 visitors, making it a successful year with record food sales and a variety of family-friendly activities. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ The Central Washington Agricultural Museum in Union Gap will host the 8th Annual AGRI-COPIA event Oct. 12-13, featuring draft horse exhibitions, wagon rides, and pumpkin decorating to celebrate the region's agricultural heritage. FOX 41
- ➤ Yakima to end irrigation season on Oct. 15; residents advised to complete final watering and winterize systems. Yakima Herald-Republic
- ➤ Yakima City Council designates Oct. 12 as 'Staff Sergeant Jack J. Pendleton Day' to honor the city's sole Medal of Honor recipient on the 80th anniversary of his valorous actions. FOX 41
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Timothy Michael Lamar Harrison entered an Alford plea to charges of first-degree murder and third-degree rape in the 2020 homicide of Linda Berukoff in Yakima, with prosecutors recommending a 28-year sentence. Yakima Herald-Republic
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The forecast details a warm and sunny weekend followed by a cooler, wetter upcoming week with significant rainfall expected across several areas. Apple Valley News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ In the Yakima County commissioner race, Kyle Curtis and Susan Soto Palmer address key issues such as annexation, attorney shortages, private landfill regulations, and a solar moratorium ahead of their electoral contest. Yakima Herald-Republic
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ MultiCare Health System begins construction on a 10,000 square foot neighborhood emergency department in Union Gap, aiming to meet rising demand and improve healthcare access by late 2025. NonStopLocal
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Downtown Yakima Farmers Market - Autumn Edition
Experience the lively atmosphere of local vendors at the Downtown Yakima Farmers Market, featuring fresh produce and artisanal goods.
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Candlelight: A Haunted Evening of Halloween Classics at Mighty Tieton
Experience a unique and atmospheric concert featuring beloved Halloween-themed music performed by the Listeso String Quartet under the soft illumination of candlelight.
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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, perfect for car enthusiasts.
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Downtown Yakima Farmers Market
Experience the vibrant local culture and fresh produce at the Downtown Yakima Farmers Market, open every Sunday until October 20, 2024.
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Hoptoberfest: Community Beer and Food Fest
Experience a lively evening of craft beer, delicious food, and a silent auction while supporting educational initiatives for students and teachers in Yakima School District.
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Yakima Valley Bigfoot Con 2024
Experience a weekend filled with Bigfoot-themed activities, discussions, and exhibits for enthusiasts and the curious alike.
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Car Show and Coffee Gathering in Yakima, WA
Experience a local gathering showcasing Classic, Performance, Muscle, and Exotic cars alongside fellow automotive enthusiasts at Yakima Coffee Company.
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Financial Management Training for Program Directors and Finance Leaders
Learn about financial management strategies from expert guest speaker Sherrie Tinoco, tailored for accountants and program directors.
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Pirate Themed Running Event: 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon
Experience a fun and challenging pirate-themed running event featuring multiple race distances at Sarg Hubbard Park in Yakima.
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Christmas on the Farm
Shop the Christmas vendors, write a letter to Santa, Frosty the Snowman will be walking around for photo-ops, climb the Present Pyramids, visit with Santa, grab your friends for a friendly snowball fight, make a Christmas craft, play yard games, visit the animals, drink mulled wine, watch a Christmas movie, and look for 28 Santa hats while you go on a hay ride. It's a day to make forever memories with your friends and family!
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Christmas on the Farm
Shop the Christmas vendors, write a letter to Santa, Frosty the Snowman will be walking around for photo-ops, climb the Present Pyramids, visit with Santa, grab your friends for a friendly snowball fight, make a Christmas craft, play yard games, visit the animals, drink mulled wine, watch a Christmas movie, and look for 28 Santa hats while you go on a hay ride. It's a day to make forever memories with your friends and family!
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