Saturday, October 26th, 2024
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 26th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Yakima County Sheriff's Office is hosting 'Coffee with a Deputy' to engage with the community and offer information on becoming a reserve deputy. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Derek James Peters, 35, of Naches, has been charged with vehicular assault after causing a crash while allegedly intoxicated, resulting in a passenger sustaining a broken leg. Yakima Herald-Republic
- ➤ A man from Wapato was sentenced to 10 years in prison for assaulting a U.S. Marshal with a loaded gun during an attempt to serve an outstanding warrant. NonStopLocal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Lynsey Addario shares insights on her journey from growing up in Connecticut to becoming a renowned war photojournalist, emphasizing the importance of resilience learned from her family and experiences in conflict zones. Yakima Herald-Republic
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Klickitat Hatchery, operated by the Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation since 1949, is undergoing a $35 million upgrade by the Bonneville Power Administration to enhance the spring Chinook salmon population and introduce natural-origin broodstock. KIMA
- ➤ U.S. Senator Maria Cantwell discussed sustainable travel plans at Yakima Airport, emphasizing efforts to secure funds for electric charging infrastructure to make the airport a hub for non-polluting commuter planes. KIMA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Yakima County expands its free PFAS well water testing program to cover more households, aiming to identify contamination and provide support, including a community event for further information. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Sisters Maria and Blanca Castellanos have opened Brunch, Bliss and Bubbles, a new restaurant in Yakima offering a mix of savory and sweet breakfast and lunch options with a unique twist. Yakima Herald-Republic
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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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