Yakima Local News – Saturday, December 13th, 2025

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Saturday, December 13th, 2025

Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of December.

CULTURE NEWS

➤ State Fair Park hosts the 6th Annual Holiday Drive-Thru Light Fest from Dec. 12-21, showing over 35 miles of lights and holiday food options. Today, free shuttles take visitors from Kiwanis Park to the Arboretum Candle-Lit Walk (with Christmas Trucks and Letters to Santa drives also planned). 1280 NewsTalk KIT

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

➤ Benton City saw rising water levels amid historic flooding, with an RV park evacuating as the Yakima River neared dangerous levels and residents prepared for further impacts. Local authorities urged everyone to stay updated (official notices have not yet been issued). NonStopLocal
➤ Recent heavy rain boosted five Yakima Project reservoirs in the Cascades, adding over 36 inches since Dec. 7 for a 39% storage level + officials confirmed that water managers stress additional snowfall is needed to recover from a three-year drought. Yakima Herald-Republic

GOVERNMENT NEWS

➤ Flood evacuation warnings remain along the Yakima and Naches rivers through next week as more rain is forecast, and officials plan repairs on U.S. Highway 12 near Naches. Residents should follow safety instructions & be ready to evacuate if needed. Yakima Herald-Republic

HEALTH NEWS

➤ Local experts say counterfeit car seats sold online may not meet safety standards — putting children at risk. Parents should verify certifications before purchasing to protect kids. Apple Valley News Now

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