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Yakima was Mentioned on Katie Couric, But it Wasn't for the Best Reasons

Cefus — Tue, 21 May 2013 22:48:31 +0000

Obesity is a crisis in this country that cuts across race, class, age and gender and stretches from coast to coast. In Yakima, Washington, more than a third of the city is considered obese. In Reading, Pennsylvania it’s about the same. The fattest place in America is the McAllen, Texas area, where the obesity rate is more than 38%. And then there’s Atlanta, Georgia where nearly a quarter of the population is obese.

That is how the viewers of Katie Couric know Yakima, Washington. As one of the most obese cities in the country. Now it's true, but changing the tide is done by people making better personal choices. I also think raising awareness and educating people to make those choices will help.

Tornado Survivor Finds Lost Dog During TV Interview – Heartwarming (Video)

Rik Mikals — Tue, 21 May 2013 16:27:48 +0000

It was such a horrible tragedy yesterday in Oklahoma after a massive tornado swept through the town of Monroe but one survivor got an unexpected surprise during a live interview. Check out this news video from the scene and grab the tissues, you’re going to need it.

Tornado Kills In Oklahoma City

Kelly West — Tue, 21 May 2013 01:42:00 +0000

A tornado that has been reported to be more than a half a mile wide has hit the suburbs of Oklahoma City, OK.This is a very sad day as it hit an elementary school and several other homes and buildings in Oklahoma City and Moore. The death toll has so far reached fifty and they [...]

Items That Pakistan Has Banned From Their Country

Troy Selfridge — Wed, 15 May 2013 22:55:34 +0000

I recently came across a news article that covered all the things that are banned in Pakistan. Some of the bans make sense, some are ridiculous, and some are just flat out hilarious! The list has included everything from alcohol to kites. The alcohol, I can see that but kites? I want to know what [...]

4-Year-Old Is Elected Mayor [VIDEO]

Cefus — Mon, 13 May 2013 21:26:29 +0000

I’ve been getting some feedback about the youngest Mayor in the country. The town is Dorset, MN and their population is 26 people. The Mayor is only 4 years old. You have got to see this video.

Reese Witherspoon Arrest Footage Is Awesome (Video)

Rik Mikals — Fri, 03 May 2013 00:30:15 +0000

I’m not one to make fun of someone getting arrested but the video of Reese Witherspoon proclaiming she’s an american citizen is awesome Check out the new video released by TMZ.com — this hopefully will keep people from drinking and driving because the embarrassing things said alone should hamper drinking and driving. Reese Witherspoon Arrest DASH [...]

747 Jumbo Jet Falls From Sky in Afghanistan [VIDEO]

Brian Teegarden — Tue, 30 Apr 2013 21:57:17 +0000

An American cargo plane crashed near Bagram Air Field on April 29, killing 7. The jumbo jet, owned by Florida based National Air Cargo, crashed shortly after take off from a low altitude. The plane was carrying vehicles and cargo. Those killed were four pilots, two mechanics and the loadmaster. The Taliban quickly took responsibility [...]

Hostess to Re-Open Bakery Soon

Associated Press — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 17:46:55 +0000

EMPORIA, Kan. (AP) — Hostess Brands LLC says it will reopen its eastern Kansas bakery this summer, with the hiring of an initial 250 people already underway. The announcement was made Thursday by the investment partnership that bought Hostess Brands’ snack cake product lines. More than 500 people lost their jobs when Hostess, then in [...]

News Reporter Stops Two Women From Kissing During Boston Bombing

Rik Mikals — Wed, 24 Apr 2013 17:26:13 +0000

The Boston Bombing was a horrible story to report on but one reporter from Fox News keeps his composure and cool Reporter Mike Tobin from Fox News was on the scene reporting on the Boston Marathon bombing when two ladies attempted to kiss him while he was broadcasting live — watch what he does next. [...]

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.

Zillah's National Teacher of the Year on CBS 'This Morning'

Todd Lyons — Tue, 23 Apr 2013 15:46:15 +0000

Zillah High School teacher, Jeff Charbonneau, who was named the nation’s top teacher yesterday, stopped by the set of CBS ‘This Morning’ to talk about his philosophy on teaching and his reaction to winning the award. Coincidentally, and for the first time in history, both the national teacher AND principal of the year come from [...]

Boston Policeman Delivers Milk During Lockdown [PHOTO]

John Riggs — Sun, 21 Apr 2013 16:59:06 +0000

This photo was shared by the official Boston Police Department’s Facebook page. It’s one I had to share. Proving that policemen are humans, too. Now, I want to hear from you. Should this policeman have stuck with his guys to find Suspect 2 or do you like the fact that helped out a family who [...]

Washington Man Makes Cover of Sports Illustrated

Todd Lyons — Wed, 17 Apr 2013 21:26:33 +0000

Bill Iffrig, the man we told you about yesterday, will grace the cover of this week’s issue of Sports Illustrated. The 78 year-old marathon runner from Lake Stevens was the center of the now-iconic photo taken moments after the first of two explosions near the finish line at this past Monday’s 117th Boston Marathon.

Washington State Man the Lasting Image from Boston Marathon Bombings

Todd Lyons — Tue, 16 Apr 2013 19:32:48 +0000

Bill Iffrig is his name. Known to just friends and family just 24 hours ago, he is now the “old man who got knocked over by the blast at the Boston Marathon.” Where is he from? 78 year-old Bill Iffrig, from Lake Stevens, Washington has arguably been the most viewed individual around the world since [...]

Shocking Video From Finish Line at Boston Marathon When Bombs Detonated [NSFW]

Todd Lyons — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 21:33:02 +0000

This unbelievable footage courtesy of the Boston Globe at the moment two explosions occurred within a few seconds of one another as runners were crossing the finish line at today’s 117th running of the Boston Marathon. The videographer even exclaims, “We’ve had an attack!” at 1:01 of the video and, upon turning his camera to [...]

Three Runners From Yakima in Boston Marathon

Todd Lyons — Mon, 15 Apr 2013 20:48:13 +0000

With the tragedy in Boston today, thoughts and prayers go out the local families of those who had loved one’s competing in the 117th running of the marathon. They are as follows: According to www.BostonMarathon.com Bib Wave/ Corral Name Age M/F City St Ctry Ctz 6106 1/7 Griffiths, Gene 49 M Yakima WA USA USA [...]

Elephant Paints Elephant! (VIDEO)

Kelly West — Fri, 05 Apr 2013 23:57:32 +0000

I realize that this video has 8 Million hits but I have never seen it before until today. So I soon as I did I had to share it! It really is remarkable that an elephant can paint better than most people! She can paint better than me I can say that! HA I can [...]

Jay Leno Leaving Tonight Show

Todd Lyons — Wed, 03 Apr 2013 17:31:42 +0000

A week’s worth of rumors were confirmed Wednesday, when Jay Leno announced that he’s leaving NBC’s The Tonight Show next year. In a joint statement with NBC, Leno confirmed his departure in spring of 2014, after 22 years as The Tonight Show’s host. Leno succeeded Johnny Carson in May of 1992, when Carson retired after [...]

California Woman Dies After Nurse Refuses to Give CPR

Cefus — Tue, 05 Mar 2013 00:04:30 +0000

A nurse in Bakersfield California says she was just following company policy when she refused to give CPR to a woman who collapsed in the assisted living dining room.

The nurse did call 911 and ask for help and the dispatcher on the call was pleading with the nurse to help the woman by giving her cpr. The nurse refused, when asked by the dispatcher if anyone would help her she replied with this...

Soldier Surprises Sons

Todd Lyons — Wed, 27 Feb 2013 21:12:46 +0000

Sometimes grown men cry. This is one of those times. U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Christopher Page surprised his two sons by returning home early from a deployment in Afghanistan. Don’t be surprised if the room your watching this in suddenly gets “dusty.”