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Sort 4 the Cause aims to raise $169,000 to achieve a total of $1 million in donations during its 14th annual ranch sorting fundraiser at Specks Arena from June 14-16. Proceeds benefit three local charities, funded through rider entry fees and auctions. The event features competitions, a silent auction, and local vendors, with free admission and parking.
Yakima State Fair Park announced infrastructure upgrades to enhance economic activity in the Yakima Valley. The Central Washington Fair Association detailed a $2.7 million RV park renovation and plans for a $2 million expansion, potentially generating $2.5 million annually by 2027.
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The City Council of Sunnyside appointed Jim Bridges as Interim City Manager on June 9, 2025, with a vote of 4-3. Bridges, who has served as Public Works Director and Interim City Manager in the past, will lead the city until July 2, 2025, during the current City Manager's administrative leave.
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Sunnyside City Council placed City Manager Mike Gonzalez on paid administrative leave effective June 2, 2025, pending an internal investigation. Fire Chief Cameron Haubrich will serve as Acting City Manager until a formal appointment occurs at a special meeting on June 4, 2025.
The Sunnyside Summer Ale Fest is set to take place in Bangalore, India, on June 1, 2025. The event will celebrate local craft beers and promote community engagement during the summer season. It aims to attract both residents and tourists to enjoy a vibrant atmosphere and support local businesses.
Sunnyside City Council approved City Manager Mike Gonzalez's performance evaluation for August 1, 2024, to April 21, 2025. The evaluation was finalized during a regular meeting on May 27, 2025, and is available for public review.
Yakima Training Center will suspend all recreational activities, including hunting, starting June 1 due to an increase in military training and reduced law enforcement staffing. The archery range and juvenile fishing pond will remain open. This decision follows a hiring freeze affecting police and security positions.
The Yakima Police Department held a ceremony at Sarg Hubbard Park to honor fallen officers during National Law Enforcement Week. Chief Shawn Boyle emphasized the importance of recognizing those who sacrificed their lives and supporting current officers facing job-related stresses. Retired Sergeant Mike Amos noted that 165 officers were killed nationwide, with one from Washington.