Fire Damages Cornell Avenue Home

Damage to a house in the 600 block of Cornell Avenue in Yakima is estimated to be about $75,000 following a fire Tuesday morning. (It is the practice of the Yakima Fire Department to not release the specific address of a private home involved in a fire or other emergency response) Yakima Fire Department (YFD) … Continued

City of Yakima Facilities Opening Later Tuesday Due to Weather

As a result of inclement weather, some City of Yakima facilities will be opening later than usual on Tuesday, February 5th in order to allow Streets Division crews adequate time to make local roadways as safe as possible for drivers. City employees assigned to the facilities listed below do not need to report to work … Continued

Teen Struck by Vehicle on Nob Hill Being Transported to Harborview

A 17-year-old male was hit by a Ford Explorer early this morning while he was crossing Nob Hill Boulevard in the vicinity of Rock Avenue.  The 17-year-old was reportedly knocked unconscious after having been struck by the Explorer.  As a result of his injuries, including a possible skull fracture, the 17-year-old is being transported to … Continued

Winter Storm Warning Issued for Yakima Area

The National Weather Service (“NWS”) has issued a winter storm warning for the Yakima area. It is in effect today, Monday, February 4th, through 4:00 am tomorrow, Tuesday, February 5th. The NWS issued the warning at 9:14 am today, and it anticipates total snow accumulation of 3 to 6 inches due to a low pressure … Continued

Yakima City Council February 5th Regular Meeting Preview

The Yakima City Council will hold a regular meeting at 6:00 pm on Tuesday, February 5th in Council Chambers at Yakima City Hall, 129 North 2nd Street. Agenda items for the February 5th regular meeting include: Receiving Council Committee reports. Discussing the January 30th H2A Worker Housing Forum. Considering the allocation of $75,000 in Lodging … Continued

Fire Damages 8th Avenue Home

Damage to a house in the 1800 block of South 8th Avenue in Yakima is estimated to be about $50,000 following a fire Wednesday evening. (It is the practice of the Yakima Fire Department to not release the specific address of a private home involved in a fire or other emergency response) Yakima Fire Department … Continued

Water, Sewer Projects to Impact Traffic, Residents on Hathaway Street

A project to replace existing water and sewer mains along a section of Hathaway Street will begin Monday, February 4th. Work will also include paving the roadway after water and sewer installation are completed. The project includes Hathaway Street from North 6th Avenue to North 16th Avenue. P.O.W. Contracting, Inc. of Pasco will begin construction … Continued

Public Invited to Free Low-Water Use Landscaping Workshop

A free workshop will teach home owners how to develop attractive landscaping that uses little water. The Spring Heritage Garden Workshop is titled “Low-Water Use Landscaping Made Easy.” The public is being invited to participate by the North & South Yakima Conservation Districts. It will be held from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm on Saturday, … Continued

Think Spring: Sign-ups Underway for Yakima Park Activities

The calendar may be turning to February this week, but it’s time to think spring for City of Yakima Parks and Recreation programs. Registration is underway now for spring activities for all ages. They include: Youth Soccer Camp for children ages four to seven at Chesterley Park from April 2nd through April 4th. Beginner Pee … Continued

Coffee With a Cop Planned for Tuesday, Feb. 5th

The Yakima Police Department (YPD) will host a Coffee with a Cop event from 9:00 am to 11:00 am on Tuesday, February 5th. YPD’s Coffee with a Cop will be at the Sub Shop, 20 North 2nd Street. “The mission of Coffee with a Cop is to break down the barriers between police officers and … Continued