Good morning, Yakima.

Valley Mall in Union Gap is hosting a month-long Christmas celebration with free family-friendly events such as Santa photos, indoor ice skating, holiday wrapping and elf workshops — the next session will be held on December 6 as Marketing Manager Jacob Butler stated.

Yakima Valley College named three finalists for its new president—Teresa Rich, Bonny Copenhaver, and Kerry Lynn Levett—and will host meet-and-greet events at the Yakima and Grandview campuses from December 8 to 10.

The forums and town halls will allow employees, students, and community members to learn more about each candidate.

Researchers found that city raccoons had shorter snouts than those in rural areas, a sign they are becoming tamer because they easily access trash.

The study reviewed nearly 20,000 pictures and was led by scientists from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock—showing early steps in raccoon domestication.

Nine Christmas appetizer ideas are shared for holiday hosts to use after Thanksgiving, featuring options like pigs in a blanket + baked brie that offer festive yet simple snack choices.

The list provides clear suggestions to help plan quick, crowd-pleasing gatherings.

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.