Lance Tormey hails from Yakima, Washington. He's dedicated his life to journalism. Tormey has been delivering local news, opinion analysis, and sharing captivating stories to Washington State listeners for over 3 decades. Lance covers hard news like gang shootings, wildfires, local and state elections, skiing news, outdoor activities and local government. Lance is a 1982 graduate of Eisenhower High School. After graduating from Seattle University in 1987, Tormey started his radio career in Moses Lake and moved to Yakima in 1990. He's married to his elementary school sweetheart and has a 25-year-old daughter who is an ICU nurse.
Lance Tormey
Love Ice Cream? Chocolate is No Longer The Number One Flavor
In fact National Ice Cream Day is Sunday, July 16th.
17-year-old Wanted For Murder in Ellensburg After Friday Shooting
At the time of the shooting a shelter-in-place was activated for students at nearby Central Washington University. It was lifted later Friday afternoon.
You’re Driving More and That’s Driving Up The Price of Gas in WA
According to GasBuddy price reports, the cheapest station in Yakima is priced at $3.49 per gallon
Are You Prepared To Use Deadly Force? Know Washington’s Laws First
Yakima County Prosecutor Joe Brusic just hopes that people understand the laws of Washington state that allows for self-defense.
Looking for Calm? Three Most Peaceful Places To Live in Wa State
A short drive to 3 different places in the state and you'll find life slows down allowing you to relax.
Study Says Potheads Have More Empathy. Are You Okay?
People who use cannibis may have a greater "empathetic understanding of others compared to non-users."
Plastic Bags? Keep Them Out of Yakima Recycle Bins
In fact recyclers in the state say plastic bags are one of the largest sources of contamination in Washington’s residential recycling stream.
Want To Help Israel? BBB Urgently Warns About Scams
Protect yourself from charity scams by verifying organizations before donating. Stay vigilant and donate only to trusted, local charities for a secure giving experience.
Remember The Bookmobile? It’s Back At Yakima Parks This Year
Do you remember the Bookmobile? It was such a treat for millions of kids who grew up in the 50's, 60's and 70's to see the bookmobile arrive.
Yakima Cops Can’t Talk To Juvenile Suspects Without an Attorney
Today still no arrests after a 15-year-old was killed.