Friday, October 25th, 2024
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of October.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Yakima County Sheriff's officials are informing residents of a recurring scam where callers falsely claim individuals missed jury duty and demand payment to avoid arrest. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ A Mabton man pled to a lesser firearms charge in a 2021 Yakima homicide case after an Alford plea, with murder charges dropped due to a key witness's death and evidentiary issues. Yakima Herald-Republic
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Yakima ranks as one of the top 10 most haunted cities in Washington, with its eerie history and numerous paranormal encounters, as revealed in a recent study using data from GhostsOfAmerica.com and BetMaryland.com. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The 2024 Washington apple harvest is expected to exceed production levels from three of the past four years, driven by favorable weather conditions and rising popularity of new varieties like the Cosmic Crisp. Yakima Herald-Republic
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ A new agreement between Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences and Yakima Valley College facilitates the pathway for students into the physical therapy profession, focusing on serving rural and medically underserved areas in the Pacific Northwest. KIMA
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Nelson Project in Yakima advances to phase two, focusing on enhancing irrigation and wildlife protection, after successfully removing the Nelson Dam and initiating environmental improvements. NonStopLocal
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The ACLU sues Yakima County for not addressing the shortage of public defenders, violating the constitutional right to legal representation for those charged with crimes. NonStopLocal
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The American Red Cross is urging eligible individuals, especially those with type O blood, to donate blood or platelets ahead of the holiday season to maintain essential supply levels. KIMA
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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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Massive Structural Steel Fabrication Auction in Yakima
Explore a wide array of heavy machinery, equipment, and steel products available for auction in Yakima.
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Laurel Canyon Musical Journey
Experience the vibrant musical history of 1960s Laurel Canyon, where folk music transformed into electrifying sounds.
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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.
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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
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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.
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D.O.A. Performance with Milk Or Murder and Bad Habit
Experience a night of live music featuring the bands D.O.A., Milk Or Murder, and Bad Habit at Bearded Monkey Music.
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