🌱 How could Sunnyside’s early 2026 budget numbers affect city services?
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In today's newsletter:
- How could Sunnyside’s early 2026 budget numbers affect city services?
- Why Sunnyside is ranked among Washington’s most lovable affordable towns.
Today's riddle: What did the boy say when his dog fell off the cliff? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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📰 News we're reading
• Sunnyside reviews 2026 budget as officials assess financial outlook (yaktrinews.com) — Sunnyside officials are combing through the 2026 city budget right now to understand revenues and expenses, which they say should both sit near 42 percent of yearly totals at this point. Some tax revenues are running lower than expected, but finance staff plan to have clean, finalized numbers by July so council can make informed choices in upcoming budget workshops. 
• 12 Towns In Washington That Are Quiet, Affordable, And Easy To Love (everafterinthewoods.com) — Sunnyside gets a glowing shout-out as a sunny, agriculture-rich Yakima Valley town where housing stays below Washington’s average and everyday life feels relaxed but productive. The piece highlights local hops and grape fields, strong Latino culture, standout taquerias and panaderias, and a popular Cinco de Mayo celebration that together make Sunnyside feel welcoming, affordable, and easy to love.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Doggone! (Thank you Juanita B. for sending it in!)
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