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Saturday, November 8th, 2025
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 8th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ DecemberFest will take place on December 13th from 4:30 to 9 p.m. at the renovated Crown Ballroom on N. Naches Ave.—ticket sales benefit Toys for Tots, with local bands set to perform. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ Pacific Power today announced a matching donation program for Project HELP that adds $2 for every $1 donated by mail or online + helping local families stay warm this winter. Donations are sent to local organizations + customers with power bill challenges can call 1-888-221-7070 for assistance. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Wineries in Yakima Valley will host a Thanksgiving Wine Weekend with house-made mulled wine — unique tasting flights, cookie decorating and special food pairings — from November 28 to November 30, drawing both local families and visitors. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ Yakima Symphony Orchestra will perform 'From the Danube to the Moldau' on Nov 22 at 7:30 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre with pianist Yerin Kim (a Central Washington University educator). A contest to win tickets ends Nov 16 at 11:59 p.m. (ticket prices range from $19 for children and students to $84 for adults with a $4 fee per ticket). 1280 NewsTalk KIT
- ➤ The city of Zillah invited community members to Stewart Park today for the unveiling of its newest mural painted by Toppenish artist Miguel Cuevas. The mural honors local history with each letter representing a part of the town’s past and has been praised by city officials who discussed ideas for future art projects. NonStopLocal
- ➤ Zillah unveiled a new interactive mural at the Civic Center that spells out the city's name and highlights its railroad history — local artist Miguel Cuevas completed the piece in just over two and a half weeks, adding hidden details like Bigfoot, bees, and butterflies. City officials say the mural is part of downtown revitalization efforts to celebrate the community’s heritage. Apple Valley News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At the Yakima School Board meeting on Wednesday, vice president Graciela Villanueva's 13 years of service were celebrated as she stepped down, leaving a legacy of advocacy and strong support for students. Pam Shelton will fill the opening as indicated by recent election results. Yakima Herald-Republic
- ➤ The Yakima School District held its second annual school funding forum on Oct. 30 at Davis High School—about 30 local community members, staff, and board members discussed gaps in Washington’s K-12 education funding and urged the Legislature to target investments for districts in need. Yakima Herald-Republic
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ At Cleveland Clinic Children's NICU, volunteers hand-crocheted octopuses—designed with tentacles that mimic umbilical cords—to comfort premature babies during tough procedures. The safe toys, made with 100 percent cotton yarn and strict guidelines, helped more than 500 infants feel secure. FOX 41
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A list of 15 Yakima Valley restaurants that locals say are must-visit spots for good food has been published—this guide highlights options from soul food to Asian cuisine for those seeking a variety of tastes. The list is aimed at visitors and new residents looking for trusted places to eat in the area. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The median home price in Yakima is now $366,111—a 3.1% increase from last year with 1,586 homes sold year-to-date and 175 sold in October. Real estate broker Cory Bemis said low fixed-rate mortgage rates help keep the market steady as buyer activity is expected to slow before winter. 1280 NewsTalk KIT
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Beef Counts Mobile Market - Yakima
10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — State Fair Park — Registration required — Drive-thru beef distribution serving pre-registered families in Yakima.
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