Yakima Community Corner
EarthTalk: Green-friendly holiday gift ideas and sources
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: Can you recommend some sources for toys and other holiday gifts that are both safe and not harmful to the environment? -- T.G.
Given the massive...
Make a difference in Yakima! Find the perfect local volunteer opportunity
You want to give back, but with so many good causes out there, where to start? There are plenty of great volunteer organizations right here in the Yakima area and around the...
Read more...10 ways to combat the red, white and post-election blues
No doubt about it – this has been one loooong election season.
Now that it’s over, don’t be surprised if you experience some...
EarthTalk: Eco-Psychology
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: I caught the tail end of a discussion about “ecopsychology” recently on the radio, something about the negative impacts of people not communing with nature...
Read more...The Power of a Single Vote - Yakima Election Information and Polling Places
This year promises to be one of the biggest elections ever. Even in areas that have been offering early voting, lines on Nov. 4th could be longer than normal, so...
EarthTalk: Where do lead-tainted toys that have been recalled end up?
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: There has been a lot of news about lead-tainted children’s toys being recalled. Where are these toys ending up and are they creating pollution problems there? --...
Read more...Winning the Real Estate Game in Yakima in a Tough Market
It's pretty much accepted fact that a Washington home is one of the best investments you can make; but like many things in life, timing is everything.
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HireVetsFirst Job Fair in Yakima, WA on Nov. 1
To honor our local veterans who have served our country in the time of need there will be 123 veteran only job fairs in 31 states for the period surrounding Veterans Day -...
EarthTalk: Will the LED light bulb dethrone the compact fluorescent?
from:EarthTalkDear EarthTalk: What’s the story with LED light bulbs that are reputed to be even more energy-efficient than compact fluorescents? -- T.E.
Perhaps the ultimate...
Peggy Lewis Gallery Exhibit - Art of Giving
from:Allied Arts Of Yakima Valley
The Peggy Lewis Gallery:
The 1000 sq. ft. gallery at the Allied Arts Center displays eight major art exhibits each year that encourage artful thought and discussion in the...
