News from 98930

Archive for December, 2008

Missing a channel – CBS-KIMA off the air for DISH subscribers

Are you missing your CBS shows? Last week the KIMA-TV went off the air for DISH Network subscribers. DISH Network dropped KIMA last week after they failed to agree on a new contract. If you have tuned into channel 29 on DISH, you will see a video taped presentation of their side of the dispute. [...]

Cold weather tips for you and your pets

The unusual cold temperatures have caused many residents in Grandview discomfort. Frozen water pipes have become more common over the past several days with the city responding to multiple calls for assistance. Bursting pipes occur when frozen water causes a pressure buildup between the ice blockage and the closed faucet. Pipes in attics, crawl spaces, [...]

Grandview News Opens eReporter Access

Grandiew Washington 98930 Grandviewnews.net has now opened eReporter access to the community. The newly established community eNews publication announced Sunday public eRporter access for publishing articles of interest to the community. Click this link to the Grandview eReport submission form and become a Grandview News eReporter today!

Tips to Avoid Holiday Theft

Sunnyside, Wa. – The Sunnyside Police Department has some tips to help people avoid theft during the holidays: When shopping: Don’t park in unlit areas. Be extra careful carrying a purse. They are prime targets in crowded shopping areas. Do not carry large amounts of cash with you. Be aware of strangers approaching you. This [...]

Grandview Police Discover Fire in 900 block of West 4th St

Grandview, Wa 98930 At around 11 p.m. last night a Grandview police officer discovered what appeared to be a travel trailer being consumed by fire. It was located in the 900 block of West 4th Street in the alley behind one of the homes. As Grandview police secured the area, Grandview Fire was dispatched to [...]

The Grandview Fire Department wants everyone to be safe & warm this winter holiday season

The Grandview Fire Department wants everyone to be safe and warm this winter holiday season. Toward that end, the department echos a press release this past week from our State Fire Marshal’s Office providing tips to “ensure a safe and happy holiday season.” “Cold weather causes a higher fire threat due to increased uses of [...]

FEMA Funding Granted to Grandview Fire Department

Grandview, WA 98930 Firefighters in Grandview, Washington will have new personal protective equipment provided through a federal grant announced Friday. The grant is met with a small matching contribution from the City of Grandview. The Fire Department will receive $56,924 from the Federal Emergency Management Agency’s firefighter assistance grant program, according to a news release [...]

Shots fired affects same family in less than three weeks

Two family members have had their cars shot at in drive-by shootings in Grandview. The girls, alleged to have had ties with local gang members, have had their cars shot at within the last few weeks. The first shooting occurred on November 18 shortly before 1 a.m. when the empty car was parked in their [...]

New Electronic News Paper Launched in Grandview 98930

Grandview, Wa 98930 eNews is soon to be available in Grandview, Washington. No community should have to wait a week to get their news, and now Grandview won’t have to. Watch this space for daily updates. Wonder what’s going on in your neighborhood? Why wait, become a contributor. Sign up now.