Yakima Health Officer Announces ResignationYakima Health Officer Announces ResignationYakima Health District officials say they'll now begin a search for an interim replacement.Lance TormeyLance Tormey
Health District Releases Back to School PlanHealth District Releases Back to School PlanThe district is now recommending school districts consider in person learning for k-5 grades as early as October 12. Lance TormeyLance Tormey
Beginning June 3rd, All Yakima Residents Should Wear Face MasksBeginning June 3rd, All Yakima Residents Should Wear Face MasksThere will be no penalties for not wearing a personal protection equipment, but wearing face masks is highly recommended by the Health District. Reesha On The RadioReesha On The Radio
More Testing Changing Numbers in Yakima CountyMore Testing Changing Numbers in Yakima County57 of the 62 people who have died have had underlying health conditions.Lance TormeyLance Tormey
COVID-19 Drive Thru Testing Starts in Yakima TuesdayCOVID-19 Drive Thru Testing Starts in Yakima TuesdayThe drive-thru testing site is located in the large parking lot on the north side of the Yakima Valley SunDome. Lance TormeyLance Tormey
Second Possible Yakima Case of Vaping Illness Under InvestigationSecond Possible Yakima Case of Vaping Illness Under InvestigationNationally, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has reported 2,291cases including 48 deaths. They say the only commonality among all cases nationally is that patients use e-cigarettes or vapor products.Lance TormeyLance Tormey