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.
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Parking in Downtown Yakima Topic of Big City Meeting Thursday
Yakima City Council members say they plan to vote on the final recommendations about parking at the April 2 meeting.
Yakima Man Gets 18-years in Prison For Kidnapping Young Girl
A 26-year-old man arrested in 2022 for kidnapping and molesting a 6-year-old Yakima girl has entered an Alford plea
Tragic Crash on White Pass Ends With Lots of Puppy Love
But he wasn't alone in the vehicle. He was riding with three puppies who have all now been found and reunited with family members.
Former Yakima Officer Arrested in Domestic Incident Monday
Authorities say Mark Andrews left the Yakima Police Department in September of 2022
Love Ice Cream? Chocolate is No Longer The Number One Flavor
National Ice Cream Day coming up in July.
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.