With so many fruit and vegetable farms in Central Washington, it might seem difficult for any one business to stand out. But when you consider that the Yakima Valley is “feeding the world” — as many local farmers proudly declare — there is ample opportunity for farms of all sizes to establish a foothold. Benedicto... Continue Reading →
Originally published in February 2020 •••••• Samantha Bowman has come so far over the past 16 months that casual fans of the Central Washington University women’s basketball team may not remember her from last season. The Wildcats’ sophomore center played in nearly every game as a freshman, but she hadn’t yet figured out how to... Continue Reading →
Anyone in the Yakima Valley who knows anything about good barbecue has likely heard of Slow Poke’s Grill & Smoke. But until recently, the only way you could sample Slow Poke’s meats and sides was to catch owners Dan Gamache and Brandon Perry at select catering events or nationally sanctioned barbecue competitions. That all changed... Continue Reading →
Ten years ago, Windy N Ranch was more of a concept than a concrete business plan. But through hard work and dedication, the Newhall family of Ellensburg has turned their 800-acre plot into a lucrative — and highly rewarding — venture. The diversified, certified organic meat ranch off U.S. Highway 97 started out as an... Continue Reading →
I’m one of those guys people love to hate. Not because I’m a jerk or a particularly disagreeable fellow. It has more to do with a certain after-hours activity that I’ve been involved in for the past dozen-or-so years. You may have yelled my name and not even known whom you were barking at. You... Continue Reading →
The 2019 season produced a lot of highs for the Toppenish High football program, but not quite enough to deliver the Wildcats a state playoff berth. After losing its season opener to Hockinson, Top-Hi rolled off five victories in a row, giving the ‘Cats a chance to play for a spot in the CWAC championship... Continue Reading →
Eisenhower came from behind to defeat rival Davis 41-35 on Nov. 8 at Zaepfel Stadium, putting a cap on the season for both teams. The Cadets trailed 21-12 at halftime, but quarterback Jaiden Corbray led a comeback that gave Ike its fourth win of the season. Eisenhower finished at 4-6 overall (2-4 in the CBBN),... Continue Reading →
Vikings have won 18 in a row as they prepare for 2A final four The Selah High girls soccer team finds itself in a familiar position this week as it continues state tournament play at the Class 2A final four. The Vikings have become state playoff mainstays over the past five years, earning a trip... Continue Reading →
Karate changed Andy Franz’s life. Now, the owner of Goju-Ryu Karate in Selah is using the ancient martial art to change the lives of people around the Yakima Valley. Franz and his eight volunteer instructors work with children and adults five evenings a week at 103 E. Naches Ave., teaching them how to be more... Continue Reading →
