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Thursday, October 24th, 2024

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Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of October.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • The Yakima County sheriff's office is seeking more volunteers for its search and rescue team, with an annual training academy running from January to April.  KIMA
  • The Yakima Training Center is hosting its second annual Fall Festival with military displays, food trucks, and live music, offering a unique opportunity for the public to explore the military installation.  Apple Valley News Now
  • The Yakima County Sheriff's Office shares a video tour of a SWAT truck as part of its Citizen Academy, offering community members an insight into law enforcement operations and tools.  FOX 41

CRIME NEWS

  • The Yakima County Sheriff's Office is informing citizens of a scam where individuals receive fraudulent calls about missed jury duty, using technology to appear as if it's from official numbers, and demanding fines.  KIMA
  • Waylon Jake Napyer was sentenced to three years in federal prison for his role related to the 2017 murder of Destiny Lloyd on the Yakama Reservation, following a plea agreement.  Yakima Herald-Republic

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

  • A freeze alert has been issued for the Yakima Valley, with temperatures as low as 28°F expected overnight, posing risks to crops, vegetation, and outdoor plumbing.  KIMA

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • Voters in Yakima County, Washington, have various options for submitting their ballots by Nov. 5, including mail or official drop boxes, with resources to track ballot status and address fraud concerns.  Yakima Herald-Republic
  • The ACLU sues Yakima County for not addressing the public defender shortage, affecting around 300 people charged without assigned attorneys.  NonStopLocal
  • Yakima County officials have found no evidence of voter fraud after investigating concerns raised about Kenton Gartrell's ballot collecting activities.  Yakima Herald-Republic

EVENTS

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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.

    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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REAL ESTATE

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JOB BOARD

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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