🌱 What Palmer’s sudden resignation means for Kittitas Valley Fire & Rescue leadership
Kittitas, Washington Patch AM: a 5 min readGood day Kittitas! We're here again with what you need to know today. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☀️
In today's newsletter:
- What Palmer’s sudden resignation means for Kittitas Valley Fire & Rescue leadership
- How Kittitas valedictorian Terry Huber is powering the Coyotes’ hot streak
- How a simple alcohol stop turned into a high-speed pursuit
Also on today's calendar: Washington State Nonprofit Conference and 6 more events.
Today's riddle: What is something you always have, but also leave behind? 🤔 (Answer below!)
- Friday: Mostly sunny, with a high of 57 and low of 33 degrees.
- Saturday: Increasing cloudiness, temps: high: 60, low: 35.
- Sunday: Clouds and sun, with a high of 60 and low of 40 degrees.
📰 News we're reading
1. KVFR interim fire chief steps down 3 months into job (dailyrecordnews.com) — Kittitas Valley residents should know that interim Kittitas Valley Fire & Rescue Chief Roy Palmer has resigned, effective May 14, after just over three months in the role. Following a closed-door performance review, Palmer cited working conditions and organizational fit, while commissioners thanked him and now must determine the district’s next leadership steps. 
2. Kittitas County Athletes of the Week for April 23 (dailyrecordnews.com) — Kittitas readers can celebrate senior pitcher Terry Huber III, who’s leading Kittitas High School baseball with dominant performances on the mound and at the plate while also serving as Class of 2026 valedictorian. The weekly spotlight also highlights Ellensburg golfer Halle Emery’s strong season as she heads into competition in Yakima.
3. Underage CWU Student Accused In Police Pursuit, Making Threats To Kill Police Officer (talk1067.com) — An underage Central Washington University student is accused of fleeing Ellensburg police after an alcohol stop, then being booked into Kittitas County Jail on multiple charges. Authorities say the pursuit stretched from city streets to I-90 and ended near a home, with the student later appearing in Kittitas County Superior Court where bail was set at $50,000.
4. Routine police check prompts arrest of Safeway sleeper (dailyrecordnews.com) — A man was arrested after being found asleep in a truck at the Cle Elum Safeway with a reportedly stolen high-value sawmill, and he’s now facing charges in Kittitas County Superior Court. Prosecutors highlighted his long history of missed court dates while a judge set bail at $25,000. Local residents may see this case continue through arraignment and future hearings in the county courts.
5. Measles case confirmed at Ellensburg elementary school (yaktrinews.com) — Kittitas County health officials have declared a measles outbreak after a third confirmed case tied to Valley View Elementary in Ellensburg, and they’re urging anyone at the school April 8–15 to review their vaccination status. Residents are advised to follow quarantine and symptom-monitoring guidance, especially those unsure of their immunizations, as measles is highly contagious and can cause serious complications.
📸 Around Kittitas
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Upcoming Events in
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★ Featured events ★
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Washington State Nonprofit Conference
Virtual, Tacoma, and Spokane,
9:00 am
Wednesday May 6
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Other local events
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Spring Fresh Sheet at The Pearl Bar & Grill
Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce 402 N. Pearl St. -
Selah Boys JV Soccer @ Ellensburg
Ellensburg High School , 1203 E Capitol Ave , Ellensburg
10:00 am -
UKC Senior Center Mountain Wellness Adventure
Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce 114 E 3rd Ave, Ellensburg, WA 98926
10:00 am -
Ribbon Cutting Jam Shop - 5 Year Anniversary
Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce 801 E 1st Street, Cle Elum.
10:15 am -
National Civics Bee Regional Competition
Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce Location: Hal Holmes Community Center & Public Library 209 N Ruby Street, Ellensburg, WA 98926
11:00 am -
"BLACK LAND / RED LAND" Exhibition of Art & Poetry
Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce Punch Projects 10630 N. Thorp Hwy Thorp, WA 98946
12:00 pm -
Gallery One's Passport to Wine
Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce 408 N Pearl St Ellensburg, WA 98926
1:00 pm -
Rodeo City Roller Derby Double Header: Ribbit vs Rabbit
Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce Ellensburg High School 1203 E. Capitol Ave.
2:00 pm
Saturday April 25
📣 Kittitas Shout Outs!
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🗓 Events Nearby
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Baby Bounce
Ellensburg Public Library , 209 N Ruby St , Ellensburg
11:15 am -
Free Side Fridays at The Pearl Bar & Grill
Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce 402 N Pearl St.
12:00 pm -
Gallery One Winemakers Dinner
Kittitas County Chamber of Commerce 408 N Pearl St. Ellensburg, WA 98926
5:00 pm -
VTC's Rising Stars Production Presents: Tuck Everlasting
Morgan Performing Arts Center , 400 E 1st Ave , Ellensburg
7:00 pm
Friday April 24
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Central Washington University posted a job opening for Associate Director of Marketing in Ellensburg. Apply here.
- SPAR posted a job opening for Part Time Retail Merchandiser in Ellensburg. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Kittitas here.
Ok Kittitas! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Footprints. (Thank you LAURIE T. for sending it in!)
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