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The Worst Ice Cream in America is Sold in Washington State
I scream, you scream, we all scream, but that's besides the point. Ice cream is a universal treat found just about anywhere around the world in their own form or fashion. Though I'm here to assume, as I haven't tried it everywhere, that the ice cream made right here in the United States has to be the best in the world. We have all the dairy farms and proper dairy is what makes the best ice cream.
10 of the Most Mispronounced Streets in Yakima
Every city has a personality and flair of its own, and the one in the city of Yakima can come across as a bit snarky (yet sometimes in a friendly way). If you're not from around here, you're definitely going to end up butchering the names of these streets. When...
Yakima Housing Authority's Resource Fair
(YAKIMA) - Earlier today, the Yakima housing authority held a resource fair. It was held at the authority's Chuck Austin Place residence that they use to house homeless veterans. During the event Yakima’s homeless were able to get many resources like clothes and free haircuts from elite academy. "So,...
House Bill 2118 to change how Washington gun stores operate, effective July 2025
WASHINGTON-- House Bill 2118 was signed by Governor Inslee earlier this year regarding business operations of firearms in the state of Washington. Washington State Legislature says the bill looks to protect the public from gun violence, by adding new requirements for business operations. After speaking with one firearm business in...
November Bond measure intends to enhance safety and create new gym in Union Gap school
UNION GAP-November's ballot in union gap needs 60 percent of people to vote yes to pass a bond to improve their school. "So, we're be asking voters to approve a bond that will include an additional gym as well as additional security measures," said Superintendent Lisa Gredvig. "We'll also be able to push out the east side so our kitchen staff do not have to go outside to our freezer."
Great News! Downtown Summer Nights Extended an Extra Day
If you're looking for some great news, we got it for you. Downtown Summer Nights is extending the summer concert series by one more day. It was unfortunate that one of the slated days had to cancel due to dangerous air conditions from the recent fires in our area. Breanna...
Yakima Humane Society hosting vaccine clinic for dogs Sept. 9 in Sunnyside
SUNNYSIDE, Wash. – The Yakima Humane Society is hosting a first-come first-served drive-thru vaccine clinic for dogs on Mon., Sept. 9 in Sunnyside. The event starts at 10 a.m. and goes until 3 p.m. or until vaccines run out. Rabies, Canine 1-DAPPV and Bordetell vaccines are available ranging from...
Plans for New Mural in Selah Have Been Approved
(SELAH) - Selah's city council has approved plans for a new mural that will promote racial and ethnic equality. The mural is part of a settlement between the city and the Selah Alliance for Equality, which sued the city back in 2020. With the city's permission volunteers cleaned and primed the North First Street retaining wall where the 300-foot mural will be painted.
Cottage Hill Place construction ahead of schedule, faces soil contamination concerns
YAKIMA, Wash.-- Cottage Hill Place remains under construction, for its permanent supportive housing complex. "Progress has been amazing, we are still running a month ahead of schedule, anticipated to be complete by end of December, and the project is about 60 percent complete," said Jennifer Schlenske, the executive director for Justice Housing Yakima.
Reclamation begins Yakima Project “Flip-Flop” operations Public should exercise increased caution near Yakima basin rivers
YAKIMA, Wash. – The Bureau of Reclamation will begin its annual “flip-flop” operation, beginning in mid-August, to aid in successful spawning and incubation of chinook salmon eggs and to improve winter reservoir storage in the Yakima basin. Reclamation will begin diverting water down the Kittitas Reclamation District’s...
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