Monday, April 27, 2026

Heads up for pet parents: An emergency vet visit could cost you $7,000+ (ask me how I know 🙃). From the initial fee just to be seen to x-rays, surgery, medicine, and aftercare, it adds up quicker than a chew toy turns into a crime scene. The good news? You could get up to 90% cash back on your vet bill with this pet insurance plan.*

Spotlight on student voices: Today at 6 pm, Eisenhower High screens the documentary SPEAK to support IKE’s speech and debate team, with proceeds helping tournament fees, travel, and competition opportunities for Yakima students -- get all the details.

Inside the 2026 agenda: Yakima Valley lawmakers are holding town halls in Yakima and Toppenish today and April 28 with Reps. Chris Corry and Jeremie Dufault to discuss taxes, housing, safety, and more -- get all the details.

What's next for swimmers: Yakima’s Lions Pool reopened April 15 after budget cuts closed it in February, thanks to private donations and one-time reserves, with reduced hours, weekend rentals available, and lifeguards still needed -- get the reopening details.

The bill everyone over 50 should double check: Car insurance. If you've been on the same plan for years, you're probably paying way more than you need to. It's an easy bill to forget about, but switching could save you up to $1,000 this year. Case in point: I shopped around and ended up cutting my premium to ~$60 a month - see how much you could save.*

Retirees are making moves: After gold's best year in nearly five decades, more folks than ever are moving part of their savings into precious metals. Not all of it... just enough to hedge against inflation. AHG put together a free guide that explains how it works -- grab your copy here.*

Need a wine reset? Gilbert Cellars pours sustainably made, low-intervention Yakima wines in a peaceful, no-pressure space made for conversation. When the week goes sideways, a quick tasting flight and a sunny perch outside can reset your mood fast.

Alt vibes, zero pretense: Whether you’re chasing loud guitars, karaoke bravery or a drag-fueled dance night, The Chainsaw Cat keeps Yakima nights interesting with a steady stream of shows, pop-up markets and creative chaos. Slide in, say hi to familiar faces, maybe leave with a new favorite band.

Craving a cheese zombie? Viera’s Bakery & Deli turns weekday cravings into easy wins with from-scratch breads, sweet treats, and made-to-order deli sandwiches. And yes, their Yakima Cheese Zombies taste just like you remember, warm and unapologetically melty, deeply satisfying. Consider this your midweek morale booster.

The slower you walk, the more it works: Tai Chi walking is trending online. Turns out it's centuries old — slow deliberate steps, paced breath, attention on the body. Thirty minutes a day burns fat, lifts your mood, and builds balance. No gym, no treadmill, no pounding on the joints. Take the quick quiz to see if it fits, then use code BASELOCAL for a discount on the coaching plan. *See how it works →

Your homeowners insurance has a blind spot: It covers your house if a tree falls on it. It doesn’t cover your furnace when it quits in January, your AC when it dies in July, or your water heater when it starts leaking on a Tuesday. Those are all classified as "normal wear and tear," and they're 100% on you. American Home Shield can help fill that gap for ~$1/day (even if your appliances and systems are really old).*See what it covers →

Selling your house doesn't have to take months: If you need to sell quickly — because you're downsizing, relocating, or just ready to close this chapter — Liz helps seniors sell their houses fast. As-is. No repairs, no showings, no drawn-out back-and-forth. You pick the closing date. *See how it works →

Unknown-number calls aren't random: Scammers don't just pick numbers out of a hat. They pay data brokers a few bucks and get everything they need to harass you, trick you, rob you, or steal your identity outright. Incogni removes all of your personal info from these data broker sites and keeps an eye out to make sure it stays gone for good. *Get protected →

For women who've been feeling off for years: The fatigue, the weight creeping up, the mood swings, the sleep that won't hold. Turns out most of those "it's just aging" problems are actually caused by hormones, and proper HRT can get you back to feeling like yourself. The catch? You can't get it without a full hormone panel and a doctor who understands what those numbers mean. Most women never get either, but Hone Health gives you both. *See how it works →

🍔 Red Robin Give Back @ Red Robin | Monday (4/27) at 9:00 AM – Burgers for a cause at Red Robin, where showing a flyer sends 20% of your tab to Embrace Healing. Grab lunch or dinner, flash it when you pay, and help them hit 30 diners and $200 to unlock the giveback. Philanthropy, with bottomless fries.

🎬 Speak. Documentary Screening @ Eisenhower High School Auditorium | Monday (4/27) at 6:00 PM – Think you know what nerves look like? Come watch SPEAK, a documentary following high schoolers in speech and debate, then remember why a microphone is scarier than calculus. It is at Eisenhower High’s auditorium, open to all, $10, benefiting IKE Speech & Debate.

👶 Children's Day @ Fiesta Foods | Thursday (4/30) at 3:00 PM – Children’s Day is taking over the Fiesta Foods parking lot, with raffles for bikes and electric scooters, free kid-sized mechanical bull rides, and a set by Noelia Delgado. Bring the crew, let them wear themselves out, and you can actually finish a coffee. It’s free.

🌱 Heritage Gardens Workshop: Creating a Water-Wise Landscape @ Yakima Area Arboretum | Thursday (4/30) at 6:30 PM – If your lawn drinks like a college freshman every August, take it to the Yakima Area Arboretum for a free talk with Mikki Boughton on waterwise gardening. Learn plant picks, smart design, and irrigation tricks that keep things lush, local, and mercifully low-maintenance.

💉 Blood Drive @ YMCA & Yakima Rotary Aquatic Center | Friday (5/1) at 9:30 AM – Whether you’re a seasoned donor or just in it for the cookies, roll up a sleeve at the YMCA & Yakima Rotary Aquatic Center’s Community Room, and actually save a neighbor. Book at RedCrossBlood.org with code YakimaAquaticCenter, or call 1-800-RED CROSS.

🍞 The Wonder Bread Years @ The Capitol Theatre | Friday (5/1) at 7:30 PM – Pat Hazell’s The Wonder Bread Years is a fast-paced, one-man mashup of stand-up and theater that toasts Americana without getting soggy. Expect punchlines about lunchboxes, station wagons, and TV dinners, served with a big helping of wonder. Bring your inner latchkey kid.

🛍 Gather on Front: Open Air Market @ The Gathered Home | Saturday (5/2) at 9:00 AM – Saturday on Front Street means an open air market in downtown Yakima, with The Gathered Home, Northtown Coffee, and a crew of local makers. Sip something strong, browse one-of-a-kind finds, and call it errands while you adopt another plant, candle, or jam.

Custom 4-bed, 3.5-bath residence on 2.21 irrigated acres crowns the end of Noble Hill Road with Mount Adams views. Expansive windows and a daylight walkout basement pull in panoramas. Warm wood finishes and custom cabinetry elevate 4,220 square feet with three living spaces, media room, dedicated office, dual laundries, plus garage with 728 sq ft shop prepped for an ADU.