Pure valley boy. Grew up in Yakima. Graduated from Eisenhower High School in 1982 and Seattle University in 1997. I've been reading, writing and producing news for KIT since 1992. I married my elementary school sweetheart and am the proud father of an 18-year-old daughter who attends Heritage University and is studying to be a doctor. When I'm not working, I'm skiing. Been on skis for the past 41 years.
Lance Tormey
Ballots Trickle into Auditors Offices for Presidential Primary
Officials say more than 12,000 ballots, representing 10% of registered voters have been sent to the Yakima County Auditors Office.
The ballots were mailed last week.
The ballots were mailed last week.
Lack of Participation Causes Yakima Vfw Club to Cut Hours
Gatton will be on The Morning News at 7:15 a.m. Friday to talk more about the VFW, membership and the post club.
Homes Damaged by Yakima Water Main Break
She says they're working with the homeowners and and insurance company to take care of the damage caused by the flow of water.
36th Annual Winter Carnival Is Saturday and Sunday at White Pass
The 36th annual White Pass Winter Carnival kicks off Saturday morning.
Yakima’s Rod’s House Could See Major Expansion
The project has bipartisan support. Dufault worked with longtime Speaker of the House Frank Chopp, D-Seattle, on the funding request.
Yakima Preparing For Possible Coronavirus Outbreak
Experts say if you are concerned about an upcoming trip, don’t buy into all the hype and misinformation circulating on social media. Instead, they say, stay informed through reliable sources and when in doubt, contact your travel agent, cruise line or airline for the very latest.
Indoor Arena Football Coming to Yakima
Canines Owner and Head Coach, Warren Reynolds will be joined by Co-Owner and Defensive Coach, Michael Foster and Central Washington State Fair CEO, Kathy Kramer. Several players will also attend.
No Signature Gathering for Strong Mayor Proponents
Smith says they decided against the signature gathering campaign because of the time and work it would take to be successful. He says they'll leave it up to voters.
Newhouse Invites Oregon Governor to Tour Ice Harbor Dam
. A news release says Newhouse wants to speak with the Oregon Governor after she sent a letter to Governor Jay Inslee saying she supports breaching dams on the lower Snake River.
Groundbreaking For Improvements at Martin Luther King Jr. Park
The groundbreaking ceremony is set for 2:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 27. The park is located at East Race Street and South 9th Street.