Franklin Park Pickleball Courts Now Open

A project more than a month in the making is now complete as eight pickleball courts opened recently at the City of Yakima’s Franklin Park. “The volunteers and staff gave many hours of time to the project,” said Parks and Recreation Manager Ken Wilkinson. “It is a great addition to our park system and has


Iconic Stop and Go Drive-In Heavily Damaged by Fire

The popular Stop and Go Drive-In on Fruitvale Boulevard was heavily damaged as a result of a fire Thursday morning.  When YFD crews arrived on scene at about 11:45 am Thursday, July 18th, black smoke was coming from the drive-in’s roof.  YFD crews initially took a defensive approach to fighting the fire due to concern


Yakima City Council July 16th Regular Meeting Review

The Yakima City Council held a regular meeting yesterday, Tuesday, July 16th. Action by the Council yesterday included: Authorizing a contract with Yakima Housing Authority for $1.1 million of HOME Investment funds to assist with redevelopment and construction of the Veteran’s Supportive Housing & Service Center project in the former Armory at 1702 Tahoma Avenue.


Yakima Parks and Recreation Announces Pool Survey

Yakima Parks and Recreation wants to hear from the community in a pool survey recently launched on its website. “The Yakima City Council has asked for the master planning process to begin for the modernization and renovation of Franklin Pool and Lions Pool,” said Parks & Recreation Manager Ken Wilkinson. “As part of the master


Yakima City Council July 16th Regular Meeting Preview

The Yakima City Council will hold a regular meeting at 5:30 pm on Tuesday, July 16th in Council Chambers at Yakima City Hall, 129 North 2nd Street. Agenda items for the July 16th regular meeting include: Recognition of Councilmember Carmen Mendez by Association of Washington Cities. Recognizing the retirement of Code Administration Manager Joe Caruso.