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Saturday, December 20th, 2025
Good morning, Yakima. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Wapato Christmas tree farm offers families a full day of fun with wagon rides + bonfires, and a selection of six tree varieties on 26 acres. The family-operated farm, started in 2012, will be open this weekend then close for the season. Apple Valley News Now
- ➤ Blue Santa delivered gifts to Toppenish and Harrah elementary students on Friday morning. The nonprofit provided 2,300 gifts to eight local schools in the Yakima Valley, sparking joy (including a tearful moment at Harrah) (donated by community members). KIMA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Wapato Public Schools is replacing old school buildings after voters approved a $33 million bond three years ago—state funds are boosting construction of a new 86,000 sqft elementary school for grades one through three and a new Pace High School. Apple Valley News Now
- ➤ Heritage University announced changes to expand its leadership and boost student success — promoting internal staff including Crystal Sampson as Chief of Staff and VP of Operations while involving the Student Government Association in decision-making and launching a new Tri-Cities initiative. KIMA
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Experts advise Yakima residents to use AI tools like ChatGPT and Gemini for planning 2026 financial goals by providing clear, SMART prompts and breaking large goals into manageable steps. They also stress removing personal details from queries (such as Social Security numbers) to protect privacy. FOX 41
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A blood drive for all donors is scheduled for Monday, Dec. 22 at the Yakima Valley VA Clinic in Union Gap from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Walk-ins are welcome and donors will receive a Red Cross T-shirt. Yakima Herald-Republic
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Locals can try 13 unique Christmas recipes, such as Garlic Mashed Cauliflower and Santa Hats Cupcakes, to add festive flavor to their holiday celebrations this season (each dish is crafted for ease and comfort). FOX 41
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