Pure valley boy. Grew up in Yakima. Graduated from Eisenhower High School in 1982 and Seattle University in 1997. I've been reading, writing and producing news for KIT since 1992. I married my elementary school sweetheart and am the proud father of an 18-year-old daughter who attends Heritage University and is studying to be a doctor. When I'm not working, I'm skiing. Been on skis for the past 41 years.
Lance Tormey
Supply Chain Strong No Need to Panic Buy
Safeway and Fred Meyer have announced purchase limits on some items including toilet paper and paper towels to keep items on the shelf.
White Pass Ski Area Announces COVID-19 Plan
McCarthy says the bottom line is be flexible and be ready to work with the rules to keep the ski area open and COVID free.
(Updated 10:41 a.m.) Cold Creek Fire Grows
So far no structures have been threatened and no injuries reported.
Highway 12 Still Closed Firefighters Battle Flames
Fire officials say it started at about 8:30 p.m. Monday.
(Updated 12:35 p.m.)Firefighters Making Progress on Evans Canyon Fire
People living in more than 900 homes that were under evacuation orders were able to return home over the weekend
White Pass General Manager Says Working on a COVID-19 Plan
Click on the interview and hear what Kevin McCarthy has planned for White Pass this season.
Two Missing Men Remains Finally Identified
No arrests have been made as the investigation continues.
Evan’s Canyon Fire Growing Forcing Evacuations
If you don't live in the area fire officials are urging you to stay away.
Four Die in Benton County Mobile Home Fire
No identities have been released and the cause remains under investigation.
It's unknown if the home had working smoke alarms.
It's unknown if the home had working smoke alarms.
Major Changes Planned for Central Washington State Fair
Officials with the nearby Benton Franklin Fair & Horse Heaven Round-Up announced Thursday state restrictions about COVID-19 are too difficult to hold events in late August.
Rallies Planned Friday in Yakima and Benton Counties
Another rally is planned in Benton County Friday. The rally starts at 3:00 p.m. at the Benton County Courthouse.
Fewer Drivers Are Driving Distracted in Washington State
April is Distracted Driving Awareness Month and According to the Washington Traffic Safety Commission