Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of December.
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🏘️ Community
The Yakima Fire Department advises parents on proper child car seat use in cold weather, recommending snugly fitted harnesses without puffy coats.
Get Simple Box in Ellensburg donates $10 from each delivery to the local VFW's Transportation fund and provides care packages to veterans, partnering with Believe With Me to support gold star families during the holidays.
Cindy Stephens leads Freedom Pantry for Veterans, providing essential support and resources to veterans in Yakima, including food, clothing, and Christmas gifts.
Yakima Parks and Recreation's Winter/Spring 2025 Program Guide, featuring free and paid activities like April Pools Day and youth soccer, is now available online and in print.
🚧 Accidents
Two individuals were transported to MultiCare Yakima Memorial Hospital after their car struck a rock wall on State Route 821 in Kittitas County, with no charges pending against the driver.
🌲 Environment
The Salmon Funding Recovery Board remains optimistic about ongoing collaboration with regions and tribal entities for salmon recovery strategies, with notable mention of a 2025 conference in Yakima.
Avalanche warning issued for the Cascades' eastern slopes, with severe winter weather including snow and freezing rain affecting the region into the weekend.
🏛️ Government
Yakima City Council has scheduled a public hearing on January 7, 2025, to discuss and receive comments on the 2024 Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program, with Yakima County eligible for $12,809 and the City of Yakima for $50,434 in funding.
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