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Monday, December 8th, 2025
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 8th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Carolina Herrera, a Yakima nursing student, launched The Yakima Warmth Project to collect clothing donations for students in need at local schools. The drive runs Nov. 15 to Dec. 12 from partnering businesses — distribution will occur at Barge-Lincoln on Dec. 16 and later that week at Washington. Yakima Herald-Republic
- ➤ A cow wandered into a Walgreens parking lot Sunday night and was safely relocated by Yakima deputies with help from local citizens + the Sheriff's Office. NonStopLocal
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Yakima Valley Trolleys kicked off its annual Ride with Santa event last weekend with over 2,000 riders enjoying festive carols, treats, and a new candlelit trolley ride — organizers say the holiday tradition will continue next weekend starting at 10:00 a.m. NonStopLocal
- ➤ In this week's Roots of the Valley episode, former Naches Mayor Doug MacNeil recounts how his grandfather, creamery owner Harry Painter, helped shape the town through his general store and library branch. The discussion details lasting family legacies — central to Naches' evolution. KIMA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health experts said yesterday that realistic habits—such as short walks and staying hydrated—helped people adjust during the holiday rush. FOX 41
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A curated roundup of nine casserole recipes offers cozy, hassle-free meals for chilly nights, featuring dishes like creamy chicken and rice, cheesy tater tot, and classic tuna noodle recipes; local cooks can add these easy-to-follow ideas to their winter menus. FOX 41
- ➤ A collection of 13 slow cooker meals offers local home cooks easy ideas for hearty weeknight dinners; recipes such as (Pork Chile Verde and Italian Wedding Soup) provide comforting options for busy evenings. FOX 41
- ➤ A local food feature offers seven hearty dinner ideas to help residents warm up on cold December evenings. The list includes comfort recipes like risotto and casserole options for anyone looking for a cozy meal. FOX 41
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