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10 Wacky Packages Cards From the ’70s That You Won’t Believe Existed
If you were a young fan of Mad Magazine's absurdist sometimes controversial humor in the '70s, then no doubt you were also a collector of Wacky Packages, the spoofs of common household products that seemed to live in the same universe. What Were Wacky Packages?. Wacky Packages were TOPPS collectible...
Tragic Death Spurs Furniture Recall in WA; Kids Bike Recalled Too
We often hear of tragic stories about a child who died because of fallen furniture, and sadly, one child has died. The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued the recall of that furniture product and also given a recall for a popular kid's bike. Both of these items...
Guy Fieri’s Favorite Emerald City Gems: Seattle Restaurants You Need to Try
Guy Fieri sure has a unique way of hyping up people about food. His energy is infectious. I loved watching him shine on Food Network Star Season 2 in 2006, and when he won, I was cheering him on like I knew him personally or something! Good times, ha!. I've...
Truckers Trick To Beat Seattle Traffic Probably Not Be Legal
I'm fascinated by Seattle driving and the drivers themselves. You can definitely tell the regulars vs the visitors. This is especially true when you have drivers like this guy who said, "F*** it! I do what I want!" I've recently shared the story of a guy who actually enjoys driving...
Capitol Theatre Presents Addams Family, Shrek, Hadestown + More
The Capitol Theatre just announced their Capitol Best series, and it's sure to be one of the best ones yet. The idea of the Capitol Best is they announce the line-up of stage shows for that season. These shows include musicals, dance, theater, stage plays, and more. The types of...
Yakima’s State Fair Park Hosts Family-Oriented 4th of July Celebration
If you're staying in Yakima for the upcoming 4th of July holiday you have two different community celebrations to enjoy in the upper valley. The largest will be held at Yakima's State Fair Park billed as a "fabulous family-oriented Fourth of July." Park officials say you are encouraged to bring your own food or purchase food from one of the many vendors that will be at the event. The celebration includes a carnival with fun rides and the 20-minute long fireworks display along with patriotic music starting at 10:00 pm. The gates open at 12:00 pm.
Firefighters Battle Blazes in Ahtanum Creek and South Fork Tieton
Firefighters up and down the valley were busy with wildfires Thursday and they're busy again today. Early Thursday Firefighters responded to the Ahtanum Creek Fire in the 22,000 block of Ahtanum. Firefighters were able to keep the fire small at less than an acre. FIREFIGHTERS ARE BUSY WITH THE SOUTH...
There’s a Shrek Uber Surprising Tipsy Late-Night Riders
Anything that happens beyond 2 a.m. can seem like a fever dream after a late night of drinking at the bar. One rather unique Uber vehicle has some passengers questioning not how they got home, but WHAT exactly drove them there. How To Find The Shrek Uber. Most of my...
Jewell Loyd Shines With 34 Points As Seattle Storm Beats Indiana Fever
SEATTLE (AP) — Jewell Loyd scored 23 of her season-high 34 points in the first half and played most of the game with a swollen left eye, and the Seattle Storm held Caitlin Clark to just three points in the second half of an 89-77 win over the Indiana Fever on Thursday night.
Yakima Humane Society’s Annual Fur Ball Is Saturday!
The biggest, fuzziest, most adorable banquet and fundraiser is back, and all the tails are wagging!. It's the Yakima Humane Society's annual Fur Ball Gala, and you are invited!. Before you get your pet ready for the Independence Day Holiday (tips on that below), get ready to dine, dance, and...
Your Eyes, Your Choice: New Eyeglass RX Rules Gives More Control
The Federal Trade Commission's Consumer Advice department just issued some new updates for persons getting a prescription for eyeglasses. This new rule will impact residents here in Washington, too. I, for one, am kind of glad they are updating the rules but I wish they had taken things a step...
Urgent Recall For 25 Amazon Items Sold In Washington
As much as I have a 'shop local' mentality, it sure is fun to shop on Amazon. You place the order, it shows up on your doorstop in just a couple of days and, if you don't care for it or didn't work for you, they have a great return policy.
What Are Fun Things to Do Around Yakima? 7 Cool Activities to Try
Recently, I volunteered at the Visit Yakima booth at the Downtown Farmers Market. We had many locals who stopped by the booth to say hi and see what pamphlets we had. One person looked me dead in the eye and asked me for suggestions of things for their visiting family and friends to do while they were in town for a week.
Cute Nocturnal Rainforest Animal Found at Washington Rest Area
If I had seen this strange-looking creature, I probably would have just passed it off as a weird squirrel, but it is from the rainforests of Mexico!. WSDOT Finds Nocturnal Rain Forest Animal Wandering at Rest Area. In a weird story, the Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) found a...
National Study: Teen Psychosis Possibly Linked to Pot Use
A new Canadian-based study from the Cambridge University-based journal called Psychological Medicine paints a possibly dire picture for teens who dabble with marijuana. The study suggests mental psychosis rates are higher for pot-smoking teens. The study presented even more evidence of the negative effects of pot on teens' brains. It...
WA State Ramps Up Search for Invasive Destructive Quagga Mussels
WA State, with help from Federal officials and the legislature, will be investing another $3.6 million in efforts to track and if needed, eradicate one of the most invasive species of life found in the US. Quagga and zebra mussels can affect water systems. First located in the US in...
Wildfires Sweep Valley: Two Blazes Erupt, One Still Burning
Firefighters up and down the valley were busy with wildfires Wednesday and they're busy again on Thursday. The latest fire is called the Ahtanum Creek Fire reported earlier today...according to firefighters the fire is reported in the 22,000 block of Ahtanum and it crossed the creek into tribal lands as more resources are arriving.
Woman Arrested After Fatal Crash on State Route 821: Faces Charges
A 24-year-old woman arrested after a fatal crash on State Route 821 is facing charges in Yakima County Superior Court this week. Washington State Patrol Troopers say Beth Striver of Kennewick was driving north on 821 turning into Sundown M Ranch when she struck three motorcycles. TWO RIDERS DIED AS...
Celebrate Our Nation’s Birthday in Selah! Enter To Win Kids Wristbands!
Are you still trying to figure out the best way for you and your family to celebrate Independence Day?. Have you been to other July 4th celebrations and are tired of the same old same old?. This year, ring in our nation's birthday in Selah!. There will be fireworks (of...
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