Good morning, Yakima.

This weekend, Yakima Valley will host several events for all ages.

Haunted trolley rides on Pine Street, a movie fest in Union Gap, free fall walks at Snow Mountain Ranch, an open jam night at Yakima Maker Space, and a Día de los Muertos celebration at Mighty Tieton Warehouse are set to offer fun and culture — opportunities to engage with local traditions.

On October 9th, Northwest Cherries said the season shipped over 23.6 million boxes of cherries grown since early June.

Growers faced retail pricing + labor problems that lowered returns and urged consumers to pay a bit more to help farmers.

Yakima Valley College will host seven financial aid workshops to help students and families learn how to apply for FAFSA or WASFA with guidance from financial aid experts (aiming to make college more affordable).

The sessions will be held at the Deccio Higher Education Center, Building 8 Room 210 on Oct. 29, Nov. 18, Dec. 16, Jan. 28, Feb. 18, Mar. 4, and Apr. 22 from 2 to 6 p.m.

The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced plans to reopen 2,100 county offices to help farmers access nearly $3 billion in aid during the ongoing shutdown—each office will have two workers who continue to receive pay.

Patient portals often lack multiple language options, leaving people who speak limited English without full online access.

A University of Michigan study found that 29% of hospitals provide English-only portals and only 11% offer three or more languages—teaching hospitals are more likely to have added language options.

M.C.I Foods is recalling about 91,585 pounds of ready-to-eat breakfast burritos and wraps due to potential Listeria contamination in products made between September 17 and October 14—consumers with these items should call 888-345-5364 for guidance.

Only half of Yakima gun owners store their firearms safely, and a free event will provide trigger locks and lockboxes on Saturday, October 25 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. at the Greater Yakima Chamber of Commerce—partners including the Yakima Health District, Alliance for Gun Responsibility, and Safe Yakima Valley will also offer training on proper use.

A new study found that cancer patients died when tumors spread into major blood vessels, causing blood clots that led to organ failure.

Researchers from UT Southwestern said treatments focused on stopping the spread may help extend patients’ lives.

A Yakima Valley homeowner in East Valley has turned their house into a Halloween display featuring a Charlie Brown theme and the Great Pumpkin—drawing local visitors to see its festive charm—while the classic décor marks the season with nostalgic style.

Local Yakima residents have shared a list of nine hidden eateries offering affordable meals—each spot is a true local gem, from an Indian meal at Rocky Mart to Mexican tacos at Ariel's Taqueria.

The guide also lists places like Panaderia Delicias for pastries and Ron's Tacos and Burgers known for their enormous soft serve ice cream cones.

Yakima Halloween Trolley

3-6 p.m. and 10 a.m.-3 p.m. — Yakima Valley Trolleys — $5/person — Enjoy a spooky ride with games, treats, and free pumpkins for the first kids aboard.

Dreams and Fairy Dust Painting Event

2-4 p.m. — 5th Line Brewing — Ticketed event — Unleash your creativity with a guided painting session while enjoying the brewery's offerings.