Good morning, Yakima.

The Mighty Tieton Warehouse hosted its 15th annual Day of the Dead celebration where between 1,000 and 2,000 people gathered to honor loved ones — learning about La Catrina and traditional offerings.

Program director Rosie Saldana said the event featured an ofrenda that will remain on display next week for the officially recognized Día de los Muertos.

Local residents in Yakima have long told of Bigfoot sightings near Rimrock Lake and on the Yakama Reservation, and two county residents once filmed a large creature in a forest 50 years ago.

Experts still disagree on whether the creature was real or a person in a suit — the film remains a key part of the local legend.

Starting in January 2026, grocery stores will charge 12 cents for reusable plastic bags while paper bags remain at 8 cents and customers using food assistance programs will not pay the fee.

Stores will keep the fee to cover bag costs — shoppers are advised to bring their own bags.

The Yakima City Council seeks volunteers for local boards, committees, and commissions, with vacancies on the Arts Commission, Bicycle & Pedestrian Advisory Committee, Lodging Tax Advisory Committee, and Tree City USA Board—some positions require supplemental applications.

Interested applicants must submit their applications to the City Clerk’s Office by the end of business on November 7.

Today the Yakima Valley Libraries board meets to plan new service agreements after it ended contracts with Mabton, Naches, Tieton and Granger because rising costs made old fees unsustainable—Mabton has a one-year deal for 2026, Naches is still negotiating its funding gap, Tieton will close its library by year’s end, and Granger is reviewing a proposed contract.

A survey by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine found that nearly half of U.S. adults drove while so tired their ability to drive was impaired—41% admitted drowsy driving, with men reporting higher rates than women.

Experts warned drivers to get enough sleep and pull over if they feel drowsy to avoid risks similar to drunk driving.

FOX41 Yakima featured 11 easy casserole recipes that look fancy yet are simple to make—ideal for busy families.

The recipes give quick meal options for everyday dinners and special gatherings.

FOX41 Yakima published an article on October 26th that featured nine spooky recipes to add creative twists to Halloween party menus.

The recipes include mummy-hot dogs and pumpkin-spice scones, and they offered hosts easy ways to impress guests.

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.