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MCC Basketball Weekend Takeaways
Another weekend of Mid-Columbia Conference (MCC) High School Boys' Basketball has wrapped up, and NewsRadio 610 KONA has your five takeaways from this past weekend. (January 12th-13th) Ice Cold. The first cold front of 2024 brought freezing temperatures and some challenges for teams to travel this past weekend. Walla Walla...
“Game Notes” from Today’s Locker Room Sports Show
The Locker Room was back at it on NewsRadio 610 KONA to run down all the sports news after a busy sports weekend that included the NFL Wild Card weekend and a college football coach signing that has a lot of importance to Washington college football fans. The New Coach...
Tiktokers Exposes Major Retailer for Charging Different Prices for the Exact Same Item
Anything under the sun can become a TikTok trend, including a massive revelation for Hobby Lobby shoppers everywhere. The new viral trend on the short-form video platform is finding price inconsistencies at the retail giant. TikToker @Brandy.English went to her local store to confirm that this trend wasn't just clickbait.
Challenge Accepted? Stay at This Snowcapped Oregon Lookout in the Middle of Winter!
Sitting atop Warner Mountain deep in the Willamette National Forest about 75 miles east of Eugene, Oregon is the Warner Mountain Lookout. Staying here, particularly during the winter months is a challenging adventure. During the summer months, the panoramic views stretch as far as the eye can see. During winter, if you’re lucky, you’ll get a peek at the views and distant peaks, but that’s not what most winter visitors are there for when the snow is piled high.
10 Essentials Needed for Exciting Adventure in Washington State Parks [VIDEO]
I recently got to experience one of America's most beautiful sites, Mount Rainier National Park. It's been on my bucket list since I moved to Washington 2014. So, in preparation for the visit, I made sure to purchase a Discover Pass, online. Silly me. Mt. Rainier is a National Park...
A Look at The History of Fentanyl, Why Is It so Deadly?
Fentanyl has become the new deadly killer in the drug epidemic, and medical experts, EMS, and law enforcement are seeing overdoses and deaths unmatched by other drugs. But what is the history of this substance originally designed for cancer patients?. Fentanyl first appears 53 years ago. According to multiple sources,...
Why Do People in Tri-Cities, WA Suck at Winter Driving So Bad?
With consistent numbers like these, it might be safe to say that Tri-Cities drivers are the worst in the entire state for winter driving. Washington's Worst Winter Drivers Live in the Tri-Cities?. How come every time the winter driving crash numbers are released by the Washington State Patrol, the Tri-Cities...
Five Of The Healthiest Apple Varieties Are Here In Washington State
What's The Healthiest Variety Of Apples You Can Eat In Washington State?. What is the healthiest apple? You might be surprised by what variety of apples is the healthiest to eat in Washington State. Here Are The Top Five Healthiest Apples You'll Find In Washington State. You know the adage...
Another Snowstorm Hits Washington Tuesday: 21-28 Inches in Passes
One forecast predicts 8-21 inches of snow and up to 40 mile-per-hour winds!. Another Huge Storm Hits Washington: Snow Expect Over Most of the State. It has been a continuous onslaught of snowstorms over the last few weeks. After the citizens of Washington were frozen with brutal cold from the north, now we are hit once again with a storm that could bring feet of snow to the mountains and cover most of the lowlands also with moderate amounts. When and where will it hit?
From Boots to a Bentley, Music Icon Elton John Is Auctioning Off His Personal Items
Can you even imagine owning anything that Elton John owned? You better have boo-koo bucks to even think about getting involved in this auction. But hey, at least feel free to browse the pop star's items. The 76-year-old living legend himself has decided to put several of his items on...
Washington is Number One – in a National Pothole Survey
There are some things in life that are just better with a hole in them, like a big chocolate donut; a 7-inch vinyl single of Night Ranger's "Sister Christian"; and your favorite old pair of jeans. But there's also a few things that are never better where holes are concerned,...
Pete Carroll’s Goodbye Dinner: Who Planned It, How Did it Happen?
How was the goodbye dinner put together for Pete Carroll the evening after he was released as the Head Coach of the Seattle Seahawks?. The first I heard about the goodbye dinner that was held in recently released (fired) Seattle Seahawks coach Pete Carroll, was from a social media post made by Russell Wilson. The post that you can see below shows a large group of his ex-players and coaches joined together in a photo. Another showed a closeup of Russell and Carroll with the statement "Grateful for you! Celebrating you tonight and all the memories! @PeteCarroll." The dinner was held at Kam and Richards's restaurant called Legion. The 7,500-square-foot restaurant and sports bar located in Bellevue saw a large number of old and current players show up to let Pete Carroll know how much he meant to all of them.
WA Bill Would Add Financial Literacy Class to Grad Requirements
If the bill passes, students would be learning, sometime during their four years of high school, how credit cards work, interest rates, mortgages, how to balance a budget and more. GOP House Rep proposes a mandatory financial literacy class. According to House GOP sources and The Center Square, House Rep...
Ariana Grande’s ‘Yes, And?’ Pays Brilliant Homage to This Iconic Paula Abdul Music Video
Ariana Grande’s music video for “Yes, And?” pays homage to one of the ‘80s and early ‘90s biggest pop icons: Paula Abdul. Grande’s visual for her new single, which is a house-tinged kiss-off to critics and a promise to keep living her “most authentic life,” draws inspiration from Abdul’s 1989 music video for “Cold Hearted,” one of Abdul's many hits from the era.
Know These 4 Important Hazard Product Recalls for Washington
You should review all 4 of these dangerous product recalls that were all strangely all released at the same time. 4 Different Safety Recalls Released for Washington State. There are 4 separate safety recalls that have been just released from the United States Product Safety Commission that could affect Washington State residents. The dangers associated with these product recalls range from "crush hazard" to "tip over and entrapment hazards for children." One of the 4 carries less danger with a basic misprinting of serial numbers that represent when the product was produced. All 4 safety recalls and why you should care about them are listed directly below.
Avoid Frozen Pipes This WA-ORE Winter With These 5 Simple Tips
Use These 5 Tips To Make Sure Your Pipes Don't Freeze In Washington and Oregon. I've had a few times in my life when I've encountered frozen pipes in my home. I was living in Yakima years ago and the pipes underneath our manufactured house froze. Protect Your Home: 5...
Want to Live Longer? Move to a Washington or Oregon Beach!
Most people who visit the ocean beaches in Washington and Oregon do so to relax and rejuvenate – taking in the fresh air, the sound of the waves, and the milder climate. We’re all naturally drawn to it. And, while various factors come into play in overall life expectancy, studies have shown that living near the ocean or a beach town, like one of these popular Washington and Oregon locations, could extend your life.
16 Celebrities Who Supposedly Smell Bad
B.O. and bad breath is something nearly everyone can relate to once in a while, but the blinding glitz and glamor of Hollywood can sometimes make us believe that celebrities are the pinnacle of perfect hygiene and always smell like roses. But that's not always the case — they're human too, after all.
Demystifying Winter Weather Terms: You Need To Know In Washington State
Now, terms used in Weather forecasts can be very obvious and some, not so much. Like I had no idea what a "Squall" was with a recent weather warning I got from the weather service. So let's have a refresher!. Winter Weather Terms to know in WA:. Blizzard - "A...
TikTok Star Lynn Yamada Davis, a.k.a. Cooking With Lynja, Dead at 67
Lynn Yamada Davis, a.k.a. TikTok star Cooking with Lynja, died on Jan. 1. She was 67. Davis was the star of the viral Cooking with Lynja account, which has 17.8 million followers and was launched during the COVID-19 pandemic. Often referred to as "the internet's grandma," Davis was known for...
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