Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 17th of November.
Good morning, Yakima.
🎭 Culture
Bins of Light—a kinetic electric-light sculpture made of 56 glass panels designed by Seattle artists—now adorns the East Lincoln Avenue underpass as a tribute to Yakima’s fruit industry.
The panels light up with LED strips that adjust when trains pass by—an effect meant to mimic the unloading and loading of fruit—and the artwork has faced mixed reviews since its spring installation.
📰 Economy
Farmers in Central and Eastern Washington face tough choices after an emergency order limited surface water use from the Yakima River on October 6 in response to a severe drought.
With restrictions lifted at the end of October, some farmers have switched to drip irrigation and emergency wells—while state leaders push for faster water storage solutions.
🏥 Health
Scientists studied solid waste from over 20 reptile species and found tiny uric acid crystals that may lead to new treatments for painful kidney stones and gout—findings published in the Journal of the American Chemical Society.
The research used powerful microscopes to measure crystals as small as 0.0004 of an inch—showing that reptile biology could hold clues for human disease prevention.
🏈 Sports
The Parker Youth Sports Foundation in Yakima partnered with a local parent to host its first sports equipment giveaway at Franklin Park—an event inspired by T-ball coach Tyrus Knouse who saw families struggle to get gear.
Kids received soccer balls, basketballs, footballs and golf clubs while organizers hope the giveaway becomes a yearly event—helping more youth join sports.
🎉 Yakima Events
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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.
Dancing Sky Painting Event
6-8 p.m. — Hoops — Tickets required — Enjoy food and drinks while painting to your favorite 80’s & 90’s tunes.
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