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Thursday, October 31st, 2024
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 31st of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Yakima City Council is actively looking for volunteers to fill openings on various boards, committees, and commissions, with application deadlines by November 8, 2024. KIMA
- ➤ Wide Hollow Elementary hosts a Halloween Trunk or Treat event in West Valley, highlighted by a haunted bus organized by longtime school bus driver Betty Maybee to delight children and families. KIMA
- ➤ The KIMA Action News team will distribute candy at Steve Hahn's Trunk of Treat on October 31st in Yakima, with proceeds supporting local First Responders. KIMA
- ➤ Megan Papuzza, with a background in community service, has taken on the role of director at Noah's Ark Homeless Shelter in Wapato, aiming to address homelessness with comprehensive support and long-term solutions. Yakima Herald-Republic
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A body was found under the North First Street overpass near State Route 12 in Yakima County, with the Washington State Patrol leading the investigation. KIMA
- ➤ A Spokane man was arrested for stealing $30 worth of gas and threatening an employee at a Yakima gas station, facing charges including robbery and unlawful firearm possession. KIMA
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Yakima City Council is addressing a $9 million budget shortfall for 2025-2026 by considering economic development and infrastructure projects to increase sales tax revenue. NonStopLocal
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Perry Technical Institute in Yakima was awarded the 2024 School of Excellence by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges, highlighting its outstanding achievement and commitment to high educational standards. Apple Valley News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Yakima County coroner chooses to classify a controversial jail death as an accident, diverging from a pathologist's negligent homicide determination amid broader scrutiny of his conduct. Yakima Herald-Republic
- ➤ Yakima City Council explores revenue options, including business and operation tax, fire district tax, and levy lid lifts, seeking sustainable financial growth without impacting local businesses. KIMA
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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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Take It To The Limit: An Eagles Tribute
Experience an engaging tribute to the Eagles, featuring their iconic music performed live at the Capitol Theatre.
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