Sunnyside Sun

01/08/2026

Two weeks ago, McKinney, who is running to succeed outgoing U.S. Rep. Dan Newhouse, appeared at AmericaFest, an annual event hosted by Turning Point USA, the conservative organization founded by the late Charlie Kirk.

Two years ago, Amanda McKinney, a Republican Yakima County commissioner, made a commercial endorsing Republican U.S. Rep. Dan Newhouse for re-election and assailing his GOP opponent who had the backing

01/07/2026

The deadline is quickly approaching for the Babies of 2025 special edition of the Sunnyside Sun publishing Jan. 28, 2026.

Space is limited so act fast! Deadline: Friday, Jan. 9.
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Calling all parents! ✨ The Sunnyside Sun’s Babies of 2025 will publish Jan. 28, 2026 featuring FREE full-color baby photos.

Space is limited so act fast! Deadline to submit: Jan. 9, 2026
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01/07/2026

It was a battle of the Knights on Tuesday night, Jan. 6, as Sunnyside Christian took on Walla Walla Academy in basketball action. Sunnyside Christian completed a doubleheader sweep, with the girls rolling to a 54–11 victory before the boys followed with a 67–46 win.

Around the valley, Prosser came up short in both games, with the girls falling to Selah 52–48 and the boys falling 77–39.

Toppen*sh enjoyed a successful night on the court, as the girls defeated Quincy 75–35 with the boys securing a 70–47 win.

Mabton split a pair of close games against River View. The Vikings’ girls edged out a 47–46 victory, while the boys narrowly fell 59–58.

Granger struggled in its matchups with Columbia Burbank, as the girls lost 41–34 and the boys were defeated 58–41.

Zillah capped the night with dominant performances, with the girls overwhelming College Place 77–16 and the boys matching the pace for a 77–24 win.

01/06/2026

After more than two decades of service, Kelly Story is retiring from the Sunnyside School District on Jan. 9.

01/05/2026

The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive at Astria Sunnyside Hospital on Wednesday, Jan. 7, from 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at 1016 Tacoma Ave.

01/03/2026

Cheer teams perform during the annual Sunnyside Showdown Cheer Competition on Jan. 3.

12/31/2025

Many local businesses and government offices will close early on New Year’s Eve and close New Year’s Day. Here’s what you need to know about holiday schedules in Sunnyside.

12/31/2025

After the swearing-in ceremony, the board elected new officers. Raquel Isquierdo-Lopez was chosen as chair, and Sandra Zesati was selected as vice chair. Anna Saenz abstained from both votes. Before the election, Jilliann Patterson served as chair pro tempore.

Community members packed the meeting room Thursday, Dec. 18, as the Sunnyside School Board seated newly elected members and selected new leadership.

12/30/2025

The Sunnyside Christian’s girls’ and boys’ teams both finished the two-day tournament undefeated, joining the Granger girls squad in posting perfect records over the holiday break.

GRANGER — The Granger Spartans spent Christmas weekend on the court, hosting the Granger Christmas Basketball Tournament on Friday, Dec. 26, and Saturday, Dec. 27.

12/30/2025

The National Weather Service says stagnant air is expected to continue through noon Thursday, increasing the risk of poor air quality across parts of Washington and Oregon.

12/30/2025

Here’s a look at some of the new laws on the books starting Thursday.

12/24/2025

Merry Christmas from our families to yours 🎄✨ We're incredibly grateful for the community that stands with us. / The Sunnyside Sun office will close at noon on Wednesday and will remain closed on Thursday. We will resume normal business hours on Monday, Dec. 29, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.

¡Feliz Navidad de parte de nuestras familias a las suyas! 🎄✨ Estamos inmensamente agradecidos por la comunidad que nos apoya. / Nuestra oficina cerrará al mediodía del miércoles y permanecerá cerrada el jueves. Reanudaremos nuestro horario habitual el lunes 29 de diciembre, de 9 a. m. a 4 p. m.