Wildfire on Konnowac Pass a Little Too Close for Comfort [VIDEO]
A wildfire on Konnowac Pass claimed over 1,000 acres and between 75 to 100 firefighters were on the scene. A number of homes near by had to be evacuated. Living a little too close for comfort, I...
View ArticleToday In History: Oregon Blew Up A Whale!
Talk about "Throw Back Thursday", 50 Years ago today, Oregon Freed Willie's Insides! Continue reading…
View ArticleTimmy’s Best April Fools’ Prank
The best April Fools' prank, and how it backfired! Continue reading…
View ArticleYakima Fire Marshal Declares Burn Ban Starting Friday
Because of wickedly hot temps and dry conditions expected in Yakima County for the next few weeks, the Fire Marshal has declared a burn ban to begin on Friday (June 25). Continue reading…
View ArticleSmoke Chokes Yakima Valley. How Bad Is It Where You Are? [PHOTOS]
The Schneider Springs fire grew larger in the last 24 hours and has now engulfed over 13,000 acres. The blaze originated approximately 20 miles Northwest of Naches. We asked to see pictures of just how...
View ArticleYakima Air Quality Deemed 'Very Unhealthy', Nearing 'Hazardous'
The Air Quality in the Yakima Valley is so poor because of the smoke pouring in from the Schneider Springs wildfire that the Yakima County Clean Air Authority as well as the Department of Ecology are...
View ArticleBlaze Forces Cancellation of Chinook Fest for Second Straight Season
First COVID-19 and now the Schneider Springs wildfire. Pick your calamity but, either way, the annual Chinook Fest weekend concert at Jim Sprick Community Park has been forced to cancel for the second...
View ArticleTunes To Make The Smoke More Tolerable
Whether you're sitting in your smoke filled car, your smoke filled house, or your smoke filled yard... here's some tunes to help you breathe easy. Continue reading…
View ArticleThe Truth Hurts: Here Are some of the Best Memes About Yakima
The advent of memes on social media are the perfect vehicle for "Negative Nellies" to perpetuate the notion that Yakima is a meth-addled crap hole. Continue reading…
View ArticleHappy National Beer Lovers Day!
If National Beer Day is in April... then National Beer LOVERS Day must be in September!!! Continue reading…
View ArticleTodd's Take: T.B.T. When KATS-FM Was Downtown
While the 94.5 KATS studios have been at their current location since 1998, for me it all started when the radio station was located downtown on the corner of 4th St. and E. Walnut. Continue reading…
View ArticleYakima Courthouse Catches Fire [VIDEO]
The Yakima Fire Department responded to a fire at the Yakima County Courthouse this morning. Continue reading…
View ArticleWildland Firefighters Preparing for a Dry Summer
Janet Pierce, with the State Department of Natural Resources, says forecasts are calling for warm and dry conditions for the summer of 2019, so her department is preparing now for what could be another...
View ArticlePolice Warn That Flushing Drugs Could Create ‘Meth-Gators’
"They’ve had enough methed-up animals the past few weeks without our help." -- Loretto, Tenn., Police Department Continue reading…
View ArticleAdam West Days in Walla Walla This Weekend!
The city of Walla Walla celebrates the life of the late great Adam West, who for many of us, was our first introduction to Batman! Continue reading…
View ArticleSure, You Set Your Clock Back — But Did You Check Your Smoke Alarm?
In case you forgot, Daylight Saving Time ended Sunday. The Yakima Fire Department is also suggesting that you also test your home's smoke detectors' batteries. Continue reading…
View ArticleYakima FD’s Tips Help You From Burning Up Your House This X-mas
The top three days for house fires caused by candles are Christmas Day, New Year's Eve and New Year's Day. By following these simple suggestions, you can greatly decrease the risk of possibly...
View ArticleA Star Wars Yule Log
"The weather outside is frightful, but the Darth is sooooo, delightful!" or "Chestnuts roasting on an open Vader!" Continue reading…
View ArticleWill it Still be Legal to Shoot-Off Fireworks in Moxee This Year?
With COVID-19 restrictions and the Yakama Nation announcing today that it will not allow sales of fireworks on the reservation in 2020, along with other towns canceling their shows, you might be...
View ArticleGrain Mill Fire Lights Up Prosser
The grain mill & hay storage connected to the M & E Seed & Grain located at 500 7th St. in Prosser, Washington lit up the sky on Wednesday (May 25th, 2022) evening. Fire and emergency crews...
View Article6 Places In Yakima To Survive The Upcoming Zombie Apocalypse!
With the Zombie Apocalypse coming one day, it's better to plan a head and figure out where to hunker down! Continue reading…
View ArticleNo Truck? Here’s How To Get Rid Of A Mattress In Washington
Old mattress, no truck... what are you going to do? Continue reading…
View ArticleSafe Space For Sasquatch in Washington State!
Thanks to a group of 5th graders, another county in Washington State is now a refuge area for Bigfoot! Continue reading…
View ArticleYour New Life Soundtrack! Linkin Park in the Style of Super Mario!
Youtuber recreates Linkin Park's Debut album using the sounfont from Super Mario 64! It is AWESOME! Continue reading…
View ArticleCan you burn garbage in Yakima City Limits? What About the Smell?
A Yakima citizen asked about their neighbors burning garbage in their backyard, and leaving it unattended. The smoke and odor was unbearable and asked for suggestions of what can be done. Continue...
View ArticleThe 7 Best Answers to ‘Why Is It So Smokey’ In Yakima?
A simple question sparked some fun creativity on a Yakima community social media page! Continue reading…
View ArticleSelah, Washington Firefighters Are Looking For New Recruits!
Don't think there's a need? Take a look around at all the smoke! They could use your help! Continue reading…
View Article3 Sites To Know Before You Drive Through The Washington Smoke
With all the fires and construction throughout the the Pacific Northwest, these handy sites will make your travels much easier! Continue reading…
View ArticleDid you Get The Memo? August 24th is National Call In Sick Day!
Did you call in sick today? If you did, you're not alone! Continue reading…
View ArticleThe Red Cross Needs Volunteers to Help Offset Washington Disasters!
More ways to help the Red Cross besides donating your blood and cash. Continue reading…
View ArticleCan You Own A Flamethrower in Washington?
We do a deep dive on a very "hot" topic! Continue reading…
View Article13 MORE Haunting Ghost Stories From The Yakima Valley
We asked a haunting question, and you gave us EVEN MORE spooky answers! Continue reading…
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