Lance Tormey hails from Yakima, Washington. He's dedicated his life to journalism. Tormey has been delivering local news, opinion analysis, and sharing captivating stories to Washington State listeners for over 3 decades. Lance covers hard news like gang shootings, wildfires, local and state elections, skiing news, outdoor activities and local government. Lance is a 1982 graduate of Eisenhower High School. After graduating from Seattle University in 1987, Tormey started his radio career in Moses Lake and moved to Yakima in 1990. He's married to his elementary school sweetheart and has a 25-year-old daughter who is an ICU nurse.
Lance Tormey
Thanksgiving Travel Soars: 72% of Americans Plan Road Trips This Year
Are you driving somewhere for the holiday?
Holiday Shopping Alert: Beware of Scams in Wa State
Have you ever been scammed?
White Pass Welcomes All Skiers Starting November 23
Will you be skiing this weekend?
GasBuddy Forecasts Potential Price Drops Below $3 by Thanksgiving
Drivers looking for the best bargains in Yakima can find gas at Wheeler’s Kountry Korner for $3.03 per gallon priced on Sunday.
Washington Loses $15 Million to Tax Scams in 2023
According to reverse search company Social Catfish a majority of the scams happen during the tax season.
Yakima County Officials Warn of Jury Duty Scam
Scammers are making calls or leaving messages claiming individuals have missed jury duty and will be arrested unless they pay a fine.
Wa State Parents Take a Relaxed Approach to Monitoring Kids’ Online
Washington parents are more lenient than the national average;
Washington State Launches Online Portal for Hurricane Helene Donations
The donation process is straightforward and accessible.
New Study Says Washington State Is Least Friendly State For EV’s
Thinking about it? If you live in the state of Washington you might think the state is fully prepared for your new choice and is one of the top states in the nation for EV vehicles.
Have a Student Loan? Scammers Are Busy Trying To Trick You
BEWARE; If you have a student loan and you're waiting for a notice to tell you your debt has been lessened or erased watch for scammers.