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3 days ago | 
applevalleynewsnow.com | Morgan Huff
WALLA WALLA, Wash. — Walla Walla Public Schools is set to celebrate a major milestone in clean transportation with the launch of its new electric school bus fleet. A ribbon-cutting ceremony is scheduled for Monday, June 9 at 10:00 a.m. at the Southeast Washington Transportation Cooperative, located at 1162 Entley Street.
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3 days ago | 
applevalleynewsnow.com | Morgan Huff
Supporting the FamilyIn the wake of this tragedy, friends of the family have organized a GoFundMe fundraiser to support the girls’ mother, Whitney Decker. The fundraiser will help cover final expenses, legal costs, and provide Whitney with time off work to grieve without financial pressure. “I’ve known Whitney for years—we’re both dance moms and theater friends,” the organizer shared.
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3 days ago | 
applevalleynewsnow.com | Morgan Huff
Each Wednesday, Operation Best Friend highlights an adoptable pet from a local shelter on Good Morning Northwest and Apple Valley News Now. This week, meet Penny, a 3-year-old Bully-type mix from The Pit Bull Pen. While her exact breed is unknown, she’s got all the charm and personality you’d expect from a bully breed. Penny was previously adopted but returned—through no fault of her own—and is now looking for her true forever home. She’s playful, outgoing, and loves spending time outside.
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4 days ago | 
applevalleynewsnow.com | Morgan Huff |Austin Reed
KENNEWICK, Wash. - Commander Merkl with the Kennewick Police Department confirmed to Apple Valley News Now Phoenix High School is on secure and teach after reports of a person with a gun nearby. According to KPD, officers were called to the area around 1 p.m. after it was reported a teen was in a mental health crisis and may have access to a weapon. Phoenix High School is located on 4th Avenue and Olympia Street in Kennewick.
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4 days ago | 
applevalleynewsnow.com | Morgan Huff
FRANKLIN CO., Wash. -- One person died and five others were hurt after a fiery multi-vehicle crash on SR 395 in Franklin County Saturday. The crash involved four semi-trucks and four vehicles and shut down the highway for nearly six hours. The victim has been identified as 29-year-old Andrew Thomas of Spokane. According to the Washington State Patrol, Thomas was driving a van northbound on SR 395 just before 4:30 p.m., about four miles north of Connell, when the crash occurred.
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4 days ago | 
applevalleynewsnow.com | Morgan Huff
HERMISTON, Ore. — The City of Hermiston and Good Shepherd Health Care System will celebrate the grand opening of the new Good Shepherd Pickleball Complex. The grand opening will be on Saturday, June 14, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Theater Sports Park, 1800 NW 6th Street. The event will include a ceremonial first serve, free pickleball classes, and complimentary hot dogs and drinks. Families and community members of all ages are invited to join the celebration.
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4 days ago | 
applevalleynewsnow.com | Morgan Huff
YAKIMA, Wash. -- A Yakima man has been sentenced to 22 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to soliciting sexually explicit content from minors across multiple states, according to the U.S. Attorney’s Office. Bryan Christopher Stevenson, 43, was sentenced by United States District Judge Mary K. Dimke on charges related to the exploitation of at least eight identified minors. He will also serve 10 years of supervised release following his prison term.
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1 week ago | 
applevalleynewsnow.com | Morgan Huff
OLYMPIA, Wash. – Young drivers will eventually have to get more traffic safety education under legislation signed into law this month. House Bill 1878, which got Gov. Ferguson’s approval on May 17, annually expands mandatory driver’s education to drivers up to 21-years-old by 2030, starting with 18-year-olds in 2027. Right now, only 16 and 17-year-olds have to take driver’s ed before getting their first license.
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1 week ago | 
applevalleynewsnow.com | Morgan Huff
RICHLAND, Wash. — The National Park Service is inviting the public to explore the history, science, and people of the Manhattan Project through a new summer program at the Manhattan Project National Historical Park Visitor Center. The free, one-hour "Atomic Explorations" talks will be offered Monday through Thursday and on Saturdays at 2:30 p.m., beginning June 2 and running through September 6.
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1 week ago | 
applevalleynewsnow.com | Morgan Huff
KENNEWICK, Wash. -- The Kennewick Police Department said a man was arrested after threatening to kill a woman, prompting a nearby middle school to be placed on secure and teach. It happened Wednesday, just after 10 a.m. in the 3800 block of west 7th Avenue. According to KPD, Dusty B. Zarate was arrested and booked on suspicion of felony harassment, unlawful possession of a firearm, driving while license suspended, and an ignition interlock device violation.
