City, Habitat for Humanity Launch Adopt-A-Block

The City of Yakima is partnering with Yakima Habitat for Humanity to offer an Adopt-A-Block program. Residents and organizations can choose to adopt a city block as the City of Yakima identifies partner neighborhoods who wish to be adopted and receive volunteer assistance. Information and sign-up details are available at Adopt-A-Block “We are in the


Asphalt Work Will Result In Closure of South 6th Street

Asphalt work will result in closure of South 6th Street between Rainier Street and La Salle Street on Tuesday, September 23rd. Work on the project will begin at 7:00 am and last until 3:30 pm  Due to heavy traffic volumes on South 6th Street, drivers can expect delays. Drivers should use alternate routes if possible


Sunfair Parade Kicks Off 2025 Fair Season

The Yakima Sunfair Parade will follow its familiar route of more than one-and-a-half miles through Downtown Yakima on Saturday, September 20th. The parade begins at 10:00 am and is anticipated to last until 2:00 pm. It is expected to attract about 10,000 spectators. The parade will include about 200 vehicles as it makes its way


Yakima City Council Sept.16th, 2025 Regular Meeting Review

The Yakima City Council held a regular meeting on Tuesday, Sept. 16th. Actions during the Sept. 16th regular meeting agenda included: Click the following to watch on-demand Y-PAC coverage of the meeting – Yakima City Council 09-16-25 The Sept. 16th Yakima City Council study session airs on Yakima Public Affairs Channel (Y-PAC), Charter Spectrum channel


Roundabout at 72nd Avenue Opens Sept. 12th

A new roundabout at the intersection of 72nd Avenue and Washington Avenue opens at 3:00 pm tomorrow, Friday, September 12th, two months ahead of schedule. Roundabout construction at 72nd and Washington is funded entirely by state grants.  “The City of Yakima appreciates the public’s patience as we complete this project,” said Chief Engineer Dana Kallevig. “We