Free Concerts, Movies Return to Yakima Parks

City of Yakima parks will be alive with the sound of music and movies during three different series this summer. “The idea is to encourage families to bring blankets or lawn chairs and enjoy the free concerts and films outdoors,” said Parks & Recreation Manager Ken Wilkinson. “The community is invited to relax and listen


Yakima City Council August 2nd Regular Meeting Review

The Yakima City Council held a regular meeting on Wednesday, August 2nd. Action taken during the Council meeting included: Click the following to watch on-demand Y-PAC coverage of the August 2nd Council meeting – Yakima City Council 08-02-23 (yakimawa.gov) The August 2nd Yakima City Council regular meeting airs on Yakima Public Affairs Channel (Y-PAC), Charter


Water line Work to Restrict Traffic on Lincoln Avenue

Water line work will result in traffic restrictions on Lincoln Avenue between North 16th Avenue and Clark Avenue on Wednesday, August 2nd, through Friday, August 4th. Work on the project will begin at 7:00 am and last until 3:30 pm each day. Traffic will be limited to one lane in both directions in the project


Powerhouse Road Closure Extended through August 11th

The closure of Powerhouse Road between Englewood Avenue and N. 26th Avenue will continue Tuesday through Friday for the next two weeks, August 1st-4th and August 8th-11th. The closure is required for a sidewalk construction project in the vicinity of Robertson Elementary School. The road closure is in effect 7:00 am until 5:00 pm each


Tree Trimming to Close Section of Chestnut Avenue

Chestnut Avenue will be closed Monday, July 31st, between Naches Avenue and 6th Street for a tree-trimming project. The closure will be in effect Monday during project work hours of 7:30 am to 2:00 pm. Due to heavy traffic volumes on Chestnut Avenue, drivers can expect delays and should use alternate routes if possible until