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3rd Annual N.A.H.A. N.W.Nitro Nationals This Weekend [PHOTOS] [VIDEO]

Todd Lyons — Thu, 25 Apr 2013 20:59:04 +0000

This weekend, the 3rd Annual N.A.H.A. Northwest Nitro Nationals Hill Climb returns to the valley (just off of Highway 24, 20 minutes outside of Yakima and 10 minutes from Sunnyside.) Last year, fans were treated to outstanding weather all three days with the culmination on Sunday when the Pros attacked the 800 foot hill. This [...]

Jeff Charbonneau Adresses Crowd with President Obama at White House

Todd Lyons — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 18:34:07 +0000

Moments ago, Zillah High's national "Teacher of the Year," Jeff charbonneau, addressed the press and a collection of educators from around the country in the presence of President Barack Obama.

Here is a screen cap moments after his remarks.

Top Five Dine In Restaurants In Yakima

Troy Selfridge — Mon, 08 Apr 2013 23:02:07 +0000

There are quite a few places to go to in Yakima that are Dine in. For the ones that I have been too, most have been very good that I have returned to them again. If you need help finding a good place to go for dinner, take this list into account. These are my top five Dine In restaurants in Yakima.

Best Places to Get Pizza In Yakima

Troy Selfridge — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 00:10:46 +0000

Most People when they get pizza in Yakima they usually go to the basic pizza places. Its either Pizza Hut, Dominoes or Little Caesars (at least those are the most common). Little do people know that there are much better options to go out and get some very good pizza. Here are my top five places to get pizza in Yakima.

Mini-Marts and Gas Stations With the Best Food in Yakima – Riggs' Top Five

John Riggs — Fri, 25 Jan 2013 20:04:20 +0000

I love gas station food. I know, it’s probably not good for me or my health, but I can’t help myself. It’s cheap, it fills me up and is great to grab on the go. Here are my favorite gas stations in town that have my favorite food. Apple Bin 37th and Nob Hill This [...]

Where to Get a Flu Shot in Yakima

John Riggs — Mon, 14 Jan 2013 18:07:06 +0000

No doubt you, or someone you know, has had the flu in the past month or so. Here is a list of places in Yakima to get a flu shot. Albertsons 40th and Tieton in Yakima $26.99 – Cash, check, credit/debit, medicare, insurance 12 years and older for nasal spray or for shot Bi-Mart South [...]

Pumpkin Patch in Yakima – Where Are They For Halloween?

John Riggs — Fri, 21 Sep 2012 06:57:08 +0000

Halloween means a lot of things to a lot of people. For many, it means harvest and nothing is more fun than bringing your kids to a good ol’ fashion pumpkin patch. Here are a few in Yakima. Thompson’s Farms 9535 Old Naches Hwy. in Naches The is one you’ll want to bring the kids [...]

Quick Road Trips for Labor Day Weekend – Riggs' Top Five

John Riggs — Thu, 30 Aug 2012 16:59:47 +0000

Labor Day is coming up this weekend. Most use Labor Day as a last 'hurrah' to summer as kids are back in school, or going back to school afterwards. I've never been a huge fan of going to any destination for more than a few days. I guess I'm too much of a home body and it's hard on my credit card, but my kids deserve to get out of Yakima every once in a while, if nothing more than to appreciate Yakima that much more when we get back.

If you're thinking about taking a quick road trip, here are the places we like to go. If time is an issue, you can accomplish any of these in one day so you don't even have to stay overnight, saving you the hotel room fee.

Where To Eat Outside In Yakima – Restaurants With Outdoor Dining

John Riggs — Mon, 16 Jul 2012 22:10:26 +0000

One of the nice things about living in Yakima are the warm summers, especially if there’s a cool breeze coming in – there’s nothing like it. Here is a list of Yakima restaurants, cafes and places in general to grab something grub that allow for outdoor eating. In no particular order: Click on the Pins [...]

Thank You For Serving Alvin Solum – Local Soldier of the Week

Andrew Kirk — Wed, 18 Apr 2012 13:25:12 +0000

We’re continuing our tribute to local soldiers training near Yakima. This week’s Soldier of the Week is Alvin Solum. He lives in Boise, but still serves in the Washington National Guard with his tank unit Delta Company 1-161 that trains in Yakima and Pasco. He’s studying computer science and has two children. He enjoys Martial [...]

What Does Yakima Need? First In A Series.

Brian Teegarden — Wed, 11 Apr 2012 23:57:41 +0000

Before someone answers “We need less crime and more employment and education opportunities”, let me say that this is going to be more of a fun, think big kind of exercise. Today let’s focus on the restaurant community. We have made some strives in recent years with more offerings, especially when it comes to [...]

What Is Yakima's Worst Intersection? [POLL]

Brian Teegarden — Mon, 09 Apr 2012 20:44:52 +0000

There are several bad intersections in areas all over town. What is Yakima’s worst? Traffic volume, number of accidents, traffic light problems can all contribute to a “bad” intersection. There are several in Yakima that would compete for the title. My choice is South First Street and Nob Hill Blvd. This intersection sees the highest [...]

Davis Basketball Team Community Celebration Set

Brian Teegarden — Tue, 27 Mar 2012 21:08:02 +0000

The Davis High School Pirate Basketball Team, who won the Class 4A State Championship earlier this month in Tacoma, will be honored in a community celebration held Wednesday, March 28, at 7 p.m. in the high school’s gymnasium. The Davis team, coached by Eli Juarez, finished 23-2 and capped a 17-game winning streak with a [...]

National Mom and Pop Day Business Is Thursday

Brian Teegarden — Mon, 26 Mar 2012 21:11:46 +0000

National mom and Pop Business Day is coming up on Thursday, but I couldn’t wait to salute my favorite Mom and Pop Business in Yakima.While Yakima has many family owned businesses that would fit the “Mom and Pop “catagory, my favorite has to be Famous Burger and Terriyaki at 4th and West Lincoln. I’ve [...]

The Best Places To Propose In Yakima – Our Top Five

John Riggs — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 18:36:15 +0000

Flickr, funbobseye Love is in the air and with Valentine's Day coming up you may be ready to pop what could be the most important question of your life. From romantic to unique, here are five places in Yakima that you can propose to your sweetie. ThinkStock 5 The Location Of Your First Date [...]

Places To Blow Your Tax Refund in Yakima – Riggs' Top Five

John Riggs — Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:34:53 +0000

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Well, it's tax season and it's about that time to get your refund. Some people have to pay on their taxes. Those people usually wait until the last second, but there are several of us, myself included, who get back a few bucks from several different kinds of tax credits including having children. It's hard

What To Do When School Is Cancelled In Yakima – Riggs' Top Five

John Riggs — Thu, 19 Jan 2012 21:00:16 +0000

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As you wake up with a fresh blanket of snow on the ground, eating your Lucky Charms, hovering over your radio or frantically checking your Facebook for updates on whether or not your school is closed, you hear the news that makes your kids as giddy as your white trash uncle winning on a scratch ticket. “

Best Of Yakima

Townsquare Media — Thu, 05 Jan 2012 19:58:11 +0000

John Riggs, Townsquare Media

Here is your comprehensive guide to everything you need to know about Yakima from where to eat to where to go and what to do.

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Legendary Food Items in Yakima

One of the best things about living in Yakima is the food. There are some specific food items that you can only find in Yakima – here are some of the best.

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Best Coffee In Yakima

No doubt that one of the staple foods in Yakima is coffee. Here are some of our favorite places in Yakima to grab coffee both on the go and to

New Airline Comes To Yakima!

Jackson — Sat, 31 Dec 2011 01:31:51 +0000

Well this is some exciting news for Yakima! An new airline will be touching ground at The Yakima Airport! Beginning March 1, SeaPort Airlines will offer three round-trip flights between Portland, Yakima and Wenatchee Monday through Friday, as well as one outgoing flight to Portland on Saturday and an incoming flight from Portland on Sunday. [...]

It's Down To Eight! Who Will Win?

Jackson — Tue, 13 Dec 2011 00:30:23 +0000

The entrepreneur spirit is beating strong in the Yakima area, many people have great ideas for their business and for the local economy. The past few weeks, local entreprenuers have put their business plans to paper that are being judged for a Grand Prize of $10,000, $5,000 for second and 2,500 for third place. The economic [...]