Good morning, Yakima.

After record-breaking floods washed 300 feet of US 12 into the Naches River four days ago, construction crews are repairing damaged roads and paths in Yakima Valley.

Yakima Parks and Recreation announced that a new outdoor exercise gym will be built in a local park this spring.

The project will boost community health (additional details about the design and location will be shared soon).

Camp Prime Time is chipping Christmas trees into mulch at Pape Machinery daily from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. until Sunday, Jan.

4, to cut landfill waste and support free camping for families with special needs. The pile holds about 40–50 trees and is expected to grow by Sunday.

State Route 10 near Thorp was closed after a rockfall on Dec.

26 and remains closed pending further inspection by state transportation officials + a local detour is available.

Wapato native Jennifer Cruz (Harvard Ph.D. graduate) works at the New York Academy of Medicine while using her research to ease rural health care challenges, including breast cancer screening barriers, in communities like Wapato and the Yakima Valley.

She plans to return more often to support local families.

A study of over 1.8 million U.K. patients found head injuries increased the risk of a suicide attempt by 21% within 12 months, prompting researchers to urge suicide risk assessments for head injury patients + improved mental health support.

Research shows that antibiotics used for traveler’s diarrhea are becoming less effective as bacteria develop resistance, with rates varying by region.

Health experts advise those planning trips to use over-the-counter remedies and consult a doctor before taking antibiotics.

A study found that seniors in impoverished neighborhoods spend 9% fewer days at home after a hip fracture than those in wealthier areas, highlighting the need for community-based recovery supports.

Researchers examined data from over 52,000 older adults to note disparities in rehabilitation access.

A study by Ohio State University on Dec.

29 found that questioning doubts about big goals increased people’s commitment when done carefully. The research, published online in Self & Identity, suggests that asking oneself if uncertainty is valid may help steer personal decisions.