Good morning, Yakima.

Several cities in the Tri-Cities region are hosting lighted parades and holiday festivities throughout December to celebrate the season.

Yakima celebrates Small Business Saturday with free tote bags, prizes, and a chance to win gift totes full of local merchandise.

Reservation Roots, a volunteer group in the Yakama Nation, focuses on community clean-up and providing food and clothes to those in need, fostering a sense of mutual aid and connection.

John Kuehl, known as the 'Piano Man' at Valley Mall, brings joy to shoppers by playing songs like 'Amazing Grace', resuming his passion after a 15-year hiatus due to a back injury.

Valley Mall in Union Gap attracted numerous shoppers with Black Friday deals and festive decorations, kickstarting the holiday shopping season.

The Washington State Department of Agriculture urges buyers to inspect Christmas trees for invasive pests such as spongy moth egg masses to prevent their spread.

A burn ban has been instituted in Yakima, Kittitas, and Klickitat counties, alongside the Yakama Reservation, to counter air stagnation and pollution, permitting only the use of certified wood-burning devices.

The Washington State Department of Transportation advises travelers to plan their post-Thanksgiving journeys to avoid busy times and to prepare for winter conditions.

Community Celebration of Newly Remodeled Davis High School Auditorium

The Yakima School District invites the community to celebrate the newly remodeled Davis High School Auditorium on Wednesday, December 4, at 6:00 PM. The event will feature student performances, a video of the remodel process, and remarks from district leaders, followed by refreshments in the Davis Commons.

Pirate Themed Running Event: 1M, 5K, 10K, 15K, & Half Marathon

Experience a thrilling assortment of running distances with a pirate theme at Sarg Hubbard Park, featuring costume awards and themed medals.

Candlelight Concert Tribute to Adele

Experience a captivating live tribute to Adele performed by the Listeso String Quartet in a candlelit setting at the Mighty Tieton Warehouse.

Creative Christmas Tree Painting Workshop

This creative workshop allows participants to paint their own Christmas tree masterpiece with step-by-step guidance and all necessary supplies provided.