Central Washington State Fair

Have you ever noticed how farmers markets, wineries and breweries usually have mobile food vendors? Well, 2105 S. First St. will soon be the permanent home of some nice eateries on wheels, the Yakima Herald-Republic reports. Thai, Mexican, baked goods, sandwiches and hot dogs will be some of the different selections available at the former Key Bank ATM location...

If humans think they're the only species that takes part in sports, they need to take a little stroll around the Central Washington State Fair. They don't have horse racing out there anymore, but they've got something that's just as hotly contested by the animal athletes -- get a load of the racing pigs:

It's a September tradition around the Yakima Valley: the Sunfair Parade. The opening ceremony of the Central Washington State Fair. And with floats, marching bands, sirens, classic cars and drill teams stretching the length of Yakima Avenue, this year's parade didn't disappoint...

OK, we're here -- what's the first thing to hit? The rides, of course! And Friday, they were up and RUNNIN':

This Saturday marks the 54th annual Sunfair parade, coordinated by the Yakima Sunfair Festival Association, in conjunction with the opening weekend of the Central Washington State Fair. Here's a handy info guide to, hopefully, answer some of your questions!

It's finally here -- the 2015 Central Washington State Fair opens today (Sept. 25) for a 10-day run that concludes Oct. 4. The traditional Sunfair Parade,starting at 10 a.m. Saturday and rolling along Yakima Avenue from 16th to Naches Avenue, serves as the official opening ceremony...