Yakima Police Department Participates in National Police Week
National Police Week 2026, taking place from May 10 to May 16.
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What is the Meaning Behind the Military Flag-Draped Coffin?
Discover the meanings of each of the 13 folds for the American flag-draped coffin.
Cherries Running Late and GOP House Ag Appropriations Cuts
The House Ag Appropriations bill released last week provides $26.3 billion for total funding, $532 million below the 2023 funding level.
Time To Say Thanks To Officers Who Made The Ultimate Sacrifice
Next week is National Police week, May 14-20.
Plans For The Weekend? Not With The City of Yakima
Monday is a holiday and that means many of the City of Yakima’s facilities will be closed in observance of Memorial Day.
Exciting Activities in the Yakima Valley for Memorial Day Weekend
Events are taking place all weekend long from Yakima through Prosser and if you have one that isn't mentioned, message us and we will update the list!
Yakima Troopers Investigating Two Fatal Crashes
AAA Travel booking data shows that reservations for flights, rental cars, cruises and hotels for Memorial Day are up 122% over last year.
A Time To Honor Those in Yakima Who Gave All For Freedom
Memorial Day is a federal holiday observed every year on the last Monday in May.
City, County, State Closures on Monday for Memorial Day
The day is also thought of as the unofficial start of the summer season.
3 Important Do’s & Don’ts For Honoring The Fallen on Memorial Day
As much as you may be making plans to travel, do some camping, or get out in the backyard and fire up the grill, remember what Memorial Day is all about. Those who made the ultimate sacrifice.