Harman Center Movie Nights Return October 11th

John Wayne, Cary Grant, Spencer Tracy and many more film legends will grace the silver screen during Classic Movie Nights at the City of Yakima’s Harman Center. “Come enjoy the movies, everyone’s invited,” said Recreation Program Supervisor Leslie Richards. Showtime is 6:00 pm for each of the movies scheduled. The free film series will include:


Yakima City Council Study Sessions, Hearings for 2019 Budget

The Yakima City Council will conduct four study sessions over the next two weeks to begin discussions for the 2019 budget. The purpose of the study sessions is to evaluate city service levels within forecasted city revenues. The City of Yakima is committed to keeping citizens informed and seeking public input prior to city council


Yakima Wastewater Plant Receives State Honor

The Yakima Regional Wastewater Treatment Plant has been recognized by the Washington State Department of Ecology (“DOE”) for having achieved full compliance with all clean water requirements during 2017. DOE presented the Wastewater Treatment Plant Outstanding Performance Award during the Yakima City Council’s regular meeting on Tuesday, October 2nd. “Yakima is well served by dedicated


Yakima City Council October 2nd Regular Meeting Review

The Yakima City Council held a regular meeting yesterday, Tuesday, October 2nd. Action by the Council yesterday included: Reading a New Citizens Day Proclamation. Introducing Finance and Budget Director Steve Groom. Recognizing the City’s Wastewater Division for receiving the “2017 Wastewater Treatment Plant Outstanding Performance Award” from the Department of Ecology. Receiving a report on the


First Friday Kickoff for Windows Alive! Display

Empty storefronts in Downtown Yakima will come alive again on Friday, October 5th when the talents of local artists are put on public display for the latest “Windows Alive!” installment. Five years ago, the Yakima Arts Commission, an advisory group appointed by the Yakima City Council, developed the idea to harness the creativity of Central


Randall Park Parking Lot Re-Opens October 1st

The 44th Avenue parking lot at the City of Yakima’s Randall Park re-opens today, Monday, Oct. 1st. The parking lot had been closed for improvements that include resurfacing and additional parking spaces.  “There is still some work to complete on the parking lot lights and landscaping, but the lot is open for use starting today,”