The 67th Annual Wapato High School Bean Feed is coming up Friday, January 30, 2026.  The event is held in the Wapato High School Commons Area. Advanced ticket sales are happening now.  Tickets can be purchased in the main office at Wapato High School.  They will also be available for purchase the evening of the event in the High School’s Commons Area. The cost is $7.00-per plate for adults/$5.00-per plate for student/child. 

All the proceeds from this long running Wapato High School philanthropic event are donated to North Star Lodge Cancer Care Center in Yakima.  Over the years the Annual Bean Feed has raised nearly $175,000 to help cancer patients in our area. 

 WHAT: 67th Annual Bean Feed 

 WHEN: Friday, January 30, 2026, from 4:30-7:00 p.m. 

 WHERE: Wapato High School Commons 

 TICKETS: $7.00-per plate for Adults/$5.00 per plate for Student/Child

The American Red Cross is reporting a severe blood shortage and is urging people in the Yakima area to donate now to prevent delays in lifesaving care. Winter weather and seasonal pressures typically strain the blood supply, and volunteer donors are crucial to keeping inventory stable. The Red Cross is asking eligible donors to make an appointment soon. As an incentive, those who give blood through January 25, 2026 will be entered for a chance to win a trip for two to Super Bowl LX in Santa Clara, California. Donors who give between January 26 and February 28 will receive a $20 e-gift card.

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