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Monday, October 21st, 2024

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Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • North 16th Ave in Yakima will be reduced to one southbound lane from Oct. 21-25 for improvement works, causing potential delays.  KIMA
  • The Oktoberfest event in Union Gap, featuring German food and live music, supports Voices for Children to aid foster care in the Yakima Valley.  KIMA
  • People for People is working to fund a new central commercial kitchen to enhance the efficiency of Yakima County's Meals on Wheels program.  KIMA
  • Yakima and Grandview to host free document shredding and medicine disposal events on Oct. 26, organized by local safety organizations to promote secure disposal of private information and outdated medications.  Yakima Herald-Republic
  • St. Michael's Episcopal Mission in Yakima will host its annual fundraising dinner on Oct. 26 to support community services, featuring a BBQ dinner, auction items, and live entertainment.  Yakima Herald-Republic

ACCIDENTS NEWS

  • A fire near a corn maze in Union Gap on October 20 led to significant traffic delays on Interstate 82.  KIMA

ECONOMY NEWS

  • The 2024 agricultural season in Washington shows a positive outlook for most crops like apples and cherries, despite challenges such as weather fluctuations and low barley production.  Yakima Herald-Republic

HEALTH NEWS

  • Over 3.5 million U.S. children annually face sports-related injuries, emphasizing the importance of proper protective gear and treatment strategies for recovery.  FOX 41

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Yakima Valley Bigfoot Con 2024

    Experience a weekend filled with Bigfoot-themed activities, discussions, and exhibits for enthusiasts and the curious alike.

    Fri, 10/25/24

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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.

    Sat, 10/26/24

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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.

    Tue, 10/29/24

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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.

    Fri, 11/1/24

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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!

    Sat, 11/2/24

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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!

    Sat, 11/2/24

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  • Massive Structural Steel Fabrication Auction in Yakima

    Explore a wide array of heavy machinery, equipment, and steel products available for auction in Yakima.

    Tue, 11/5/24

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  • Laurel Canyon Musical Journey

    Experience the vibrant musical history of 1960s Laurel Canyon, where folk music transformed into electrifying sounds.

    Fri, 11/8/24

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  • The Surfrajettes Live Performance

    Experience the mesmerizing sounds of The Surfrajettes, a Toronto-based instrumental surfing group known for their unique blend of psychedelic rock and surf music.

    Fri, 11/15/24

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  • Sacred Road Holiday Bazaar

    9am - 3pm at Harrah Christian School, 50 Dane Ave, Harrah. Native arts and crafts, smoked and canned salmon, deer & elk, lots of huckleberry goodies. Supports Sacred Road Ministries

    Sat, 11/16/24

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  • Nutcracker: A Magical Christmas Ballet

    Celebrate America's cherished Christmas tradition with stunning ballet, whimsical puppetry, and Tchaikovsky's timeless music featuring an international cast.

    Mon, 11/18/24

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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