Sunnyside Sun

06/18/2025

The Sunnyside Sharks made a splash in their first home meet of the season, diving into competition against the Othello Barracudas on June 17.

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06/17/2025

With school out for the summer, construction season is set to begin in Sunnyside with the next phase of ADA curb ramp installations near local schools. The City Council approved a budget amendment during its June 9 meeting, clearing the way for construction to begin as early as next week.

With school out for the summer, construction season is set to begin in Sunnyside with the next phase of ADA curb ramp installations near local schools.

06/17/2025

Whether it’s creating a calming space for overwhelmed students or offering a steady hand to those who need it most, Angelica Cardenas has been there for her students, with her recently being recognized for her work as a paraeducator.

Whether it’s creating a calming space for overwhelmed students or offering a steady hand to those who need it most, Angelica Cardenas has been there for her students, with her

06/16/2025

The Sunnyside Water Division will be installing two water services on South Street on Tuesday, June 17, from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., city officials said. South Street will be closed from South 13th Street to South 15th Street. Motorists are advised to follow posted detour signs.

The Sunnyside Water Division will install two water services on South Street on Tuesday, June 17, from 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., city officials said.

06/16/2025

At least 75 people gathered at Sunnyside’s busiest intersection Saturday morning, joining thousands nationwide for “No Kings Day,” a coordinated protest against President Donald Trump and in support of democracy.

At least 75 people gathered at Sunnyside’s busiest intersection Saturday morning, joining thousands nationwide for “No Kings Day,” a coordinated protest against President Donald Trump and in support of democracy.

06/12/2025

Yakima Valley Libraries has kicked off its 2025 Summer Reading Program, "Color Our World," with prizes, reading challenges, and more than 40 free events. The program runs through July 31 at library branches across the Yakima Valley.

YAKIMA — Yakima Valley Libraries is kicking off its 2025 Summer Reading Program, "Color Our World," with prizes, reading challenges, and more than 40 free events.

06/12/2025

Over the Hill Theatricals, a cornerstone of the local theater scene since 1989, is once again inviting older adults to take center stage with this year’s production of “Forty-Five Minutes from Broadway.” Auditions are scheduled for 6 p.m. on June 23 and 24 at Our Savior’s Lutheran Church, 1106 Taylor Street.

Over the Hill Theatricals, a cornerstone of the local theater scene since 1989, is once again inviting older adults to take center stage with this year’s production of “Forty-Five Minutes

06/11/2025

With school out this week and temperatures rising, the Sunnyside Pool will offer a refreshing kickoff to summer when it opens for the season on Saturday, June 14 — an opening that nearly didn't happen.

With school out this week and temperatures rising, the Sunnyside Pool will offer a refreshing kickoff to summer when it opens for the season on Saturday, June 14 — an

06/10/2025

Temperatures soared to record-breaking levels on Monday, June 9, reaching 101 degrees and surpassing the previous June 9 high of 98 degrees set in 2015, according to the National Weather Service.

Temperatures soared to record-breaking levels on Monday, June 9, reaching 101 degrees and surpassing the previous June 9 high of 98 degrees set in 2015, according to the National Weather

06/10/2025

The City of Sunnyside will temporarily see a familiar face as top administrator after the council's split vote to appoint Jim Bridges as interim city manager Monday night.

The City of Sunnyside will temporarily see a familiar face as top administrator after the council’s split vote to appoint Jim Bridges as interim city manager Monday night.

06/09/2025

A record-setting 466 seniors graduated from Sunnyside High School Friday night—the largest graduating class in the school’s history.

A record-setting 466 seniors graduated from Sunnyside High School Friday night—the largest graduating class in the school’s history.

06/05/2025

The National Weather Service is forecasting dangerously high temperatures in Sunnyside, with Sunday expected to reach 99 degrees and 102 degrees on Monday, just shy of record highs for those dates.

The National Weather Service is forecasting dangerously high temperatures in Sunnyside, with Sunday expected to reach 99 degrees and 102 degrees on Monday, just shy of record highs for those