Good morning, Yakima.

Yakima and Union Gap will host several Halloween events, including Madd Hatter’s Haunted House at 208 Ahtanum Rd with a pirate-themed ride + a haunted corn maze in Union Gap starting 7:00 p.m., trick-or-treat safety along Yakima Ave, and a trunk-or-treat at Steve Hahn’s Auto Group from 4:00 to 7:00 p.m.

AutoSpa Central Washington acquired two Yakima Spanky's car washes and will update them with fresh paint, while Infinity World Arcade opened in Sunnyside offering arcade games and bumper cars (tuesdays to fridays, 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.).

A Yakima Burger King is remodeling its dining space.

Local stores have begun advertising Christmas in mid-October + prompting debate among residents who say the early push may diminish the holiday's traditional buildup after Thanksgiving.

Yakima School District held its third annual forum on Oct.

6 at Davis High School, where education experts discussed K-12 funding challenges following the McCleary decision and warned of cuts in the upcoming legislative session — urging officials to close gaps in substitute costs and special education.

Washington bans 23 household trash items such as batteries and paint to protect groundwater from hazardous waste.

Local transfer stations (or solid waste departments) offer guidance on proper disposal to avoid fines and contamination.

This fall, families can visit local pumpkin patches and corn mazes such as Thompson’s Farm in Naches, Washington Fruit Place in Yakima, Union Gap Corn Maze, and Curfman’s Massive Corn Maze in Toppenish.

Each venue offers hayrides, food, and fun activities + seasonal charm.