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Yard Sale to Benefit Slain Selah Toddler

Todd Lyons — Tue, 07 May 2013 20:47:12 +0000

Our news partner KNDO-TV posted this story about a yard sale going on today and tomorrow to benefit 23 month-old Sadie, who was tragically slain a week ago. She was to turn two years old on May 15th.

Today is National Hairball Awareness Day

Todd Lyons — Fri, 26 Apr 2013 20:14:56 +0000

No. Really. April 26thth is actually dedicated in the U.S. to bringing awareness to those disgusting clumps of knotted fur and gastrointestinal juices. If you are a feline friendly, then you are already abundantly aware of them. This morning on “The Big Show” I received a text message from long-time KATS listener Sheldon Buck alerting [...]

Color Naches Fun Run, Get Paint Thrown At You While Running

Kelly West — Thu, 28 Mar 2013 00:18:21 +0000

What a great idea to do something so cool here in Yakima Valley! And workout while you are at it!This will be Yakima Valleys first ever Color run! The idea is first of all to have fun! Then, to get paint thrown on you while you are running!

Free Legal Service for Miltary Saturday

Todd Lyons — Fri, 15 Mar 2013 21:17:39 +0000

The US Army Reserves 6th JAG Legal Operations Detachment has opened a legal assistance office on the Yakima Training Center The third Saturday of every month they will offer no-cost legal assistance to active duty, reserve, retired service members (with I.D. card) and their dependents as well as those receiving disability through the V.A. Services [...]

Avoid River Road Tuesday and Wednesday

Todd Lyons — Mon, 22 Oct 2012 21:13:36 +0000

Motorists are encouraged to avoid parts of River Rd. in Yakima for most of the day on Tuesday, October 23rd and Wednesday, October 24th as water main installation projects will be underway. City of Yakima crews will be working on Tuesday in the 3100 block from approximately 7:00am until 3:30pm. While the project is underway, [...]

Leavenworth Ski Swap This Weekend

Todd Lyons — Wed, 10 Oct 2012 19:09:33 +0000

The Leavenworth Ski Swap is coming to Oktoberfest this Saturday at Cascade High School.

FREE Concert To Benefit Taylor Bridge Fire Victims Tonight

Todd Lyons — Fri, 17 Aug 2012 20:37:09 +0000

Swiftwater Cellars hosts a FREE benefit concert TONIGHT (Friday August 17th) for the victims of the Taylor Bridge Fire in Cle Elum, Washington. Benefit concert planned hours after country singer Trace Adkins cancels a scheduled performance due to the wild fires.

Yakima Forming Fall Little League

Todd Lyons — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 22:02:18 +0000

Yakima National Little League is forming teams for a one month fall league. Players aged 7-12 years-old are being called to register now. Entry fee is just $60 per participant and the truncated season will run September 8th through October 13th with double-headers every Saturday at Elk’s Park. To register your child call Mike Saxton [...]

Annual Nile Valley Days Slated For July 21st-22nd

Todd Lyons — Fri, 06 Jul 2012 18:20:51 +0000

The annual Nile Valley Days is held at Jim Sprick Park (13680 S.R. 410) on the Chinook Pass Highway every third full weekend in July.

Have 'Cocktails With The Colonel' At Season's Performance Hall Tonight

Todd Lyons — Wed, 27 Jun 2012 21:37:44 +0000

Earlier this morning on “The Big Show,” we mentioned your chance to say goodbye to the Colonel before he takes up permanent residence at Yakima Valley Museum. “Cocktails with the Colonel” takes place tonight at the Season’s Performance Hall beginning at 6:00 P.M. Enjoy an evening of food, beverage (no-host bar), music, entertainment and fun [...]

Tonight's Bears Game To Be Heard On KIT

Todd Lyons — Tue, 19 Jun 2012 20:47:33 +0000

SPECIAL PROGRAMMING NOTE:Due to a scheduling conflict with game 4 of the NBA Finals, which can be heard here on 1460 ESPN Radio Yakima, tonight’s Yakima Bears baseball broadcast can be found on our sister stations NewsTalk KIT 1280-AM or 99.3-FM

Yakima Transit Offering Free Weekend Service

Todd Lyons — Fri, 15 Jun 2012 21:29:36 +0000

YakimaTransit.com Beginning this Saturday, Yakima Transit is offering FREE bus and Dial-A-Ride service throughout the entire summer. If you have never used the city bus before, here’s your chance to give it a try and save money, too. The free service will run from June 16th through Sunday, August 26th. For more information or a listing [...]

Yakima Summer Little League Registration Tomorrow

Todd Lyons — Thu, 14 Jun 2012 21:31:45 +0000

The Yakima National Little League will hold summer league registrations tomorrow (Friday, June 15th) from 6-7 p.m. at Elks Memorial Park. Cost is $60 and is open to all Valley players aged 5-12. Games are Monday-Friday from 6-8 p.m. and Saturdays from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For more information contact President Mike Saxton at 509-952-1716.

East Valley Crab Feed June 16th

Todd Lyons — Mon, 04 Jun 2012 19:58:15 +0000

The 8th annual East Valley (Yakima) Baseball crab feed and silent auction is coming up Saturday, June 16th The Red Devils recently finished their 2012 season by finishing 3rd in Washington State at the ‘AA” level! Here’s your chance to support local baseball, bid on some great items and feed your face with crab! The [...]

Fundraising Auction For Yakima Girl With Cancer

Todd Lyons — Wed, 30 May 2012 22:34:31 +0000

KATS longtime listener Darcie Palmer alerted us to the plight of her daughter's best friend - Estasia Kerrigan - who has been diagnosed with leukemia.

She asked if we could donate to the silent auction to raise funds for her treatment at Children's Hospital in Seattle and her new residence for the 6-9 months at the Ronald McDonald House.

We were happy to pony up with some tickets to see the Toughest Monster Truck show as well as Chickenfoot in concert and hope that it can be used to raise alot of money for a great cause.

Is R.O.T.C. at W.V. Schools D.O.A.?

Todd Lyons — Tue, 29 May 2012 22:12:48 +0000

Yesterday, I received an empassioned plea from a friend asking to protest a decision made by the West Valley School Board.

This morning, during "The Big Show," I got a phone call from a female listener who alerted me to the same thing, saying that her husband was "nearly in tears" over the decision.

Yakima Bears Offer Summer Jobs

Todd Lyons — Wed, 23 May 2012 22:55:59 +0000

Times are tough. The economy sucks. Unemployment is, like.. Eleventy brazillion percent. If you are looking for an extra source of income, are unemployed or underemployed, or maybe a student returning to Yakima for the Summer, the Yakima Bears Baseball Club may have the opportunity you are looking for! The 2012 minor league baseball season [...]

Beware of Memorial Day Military Scams

Todd Lyons — Wed, 23 May 2012 21:05:44 +0000

Memorial Day is coming this Monday and, while it is a time to honor those who serve and remember those who have died in war, it has also become another guise for scam artists to take from people who are serving or have served their nation, especially elderly veterans.The Better Business Bureau is warning to be on [...]

Save the Colonel! – Yakima's Oldest Public Monument

Todd Lyons — Mon, 21 May 2012 21:21:40 +0000

On Independence Day, 1902, a monument was unveiled in the center of Yakima Avenue and Third Street of what is now downtown Yakima.

Over the last, nearly 110 years, it has fallen prey to the elements and is in need of restoration.

Camp Fire Summer Camp Registration At Lake Wenatchee On Now

Todd Lyons — Thu, 12 Apr 2012 19:52:39 +0000

“I’m bored! There’s nothing to do!” While your child hasn’t finished the school year quite yet, it won’t be long before summer vacation is here. And it won’t be much longer after that when you will hear that dreaded phrase uttered! Beat them to the punch and plan a fun and exciting week at Camp [...]