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Drew Timme continues to prove he deserves a shot on an NBA roster
Mark Few and the Gonzaga Bulldogs are producing NBA talent on a consistent basis. The Zags have seen at least one player selected in each of the past four NBA drafts and currently boast more players in the league than every college basketball program not named Kentucky, Duke, Michigan, UCLA, Arkansas, and Kansas. However, the program’s all-time leading scorer, Drew Timme, is not among them. Timme had an unbelievably prolific career in Spokane, earning consensus All-American honors three times, twice winning WCC Player of the Year, along with two NCAA All-Region nods, an All-Tournament nod, and WCC Tournament MVP. Despite the accolades,...
Updated Confluence Parkway Project design keeps Denny’s & The Igloo | Phase 1 to break ground spring of 2025
WENATCHEE — During an open house last night, the City of Wenatchee shared updated design plans for the Confluence Parkway Project and says Phase 1 is scheduled to break ground next spring. Updated designs for the roughly $134 million parkway and bridge project will spare both Denny’s and The...
Retail Center, Eyecare Facility Coming to Kennewick’s Vista Field
The City of Kennewick and Port of Kennewick announced recently more development coming to the renovated Vista Field area. The Port says a new eyecare facility is planned, according to their release:. "During its July 9, 2024, regular meeting, the Port of Kennewick Board of Commissioners received and unanimously approved...
Popular Grocery Chain Closing Over 30 Locations
Ever since the pandemic hit, and still to this day, businesses have been struggling to stay afloat. Closing down stores that are underperforming, and having to file for bankruptcy seem to be the norm of today's day and age. Popular grocery chain closing over 2 dozen locations. Stop & Shop,...
Nile Valley Days Turns 50! Join the Party at Jim Sprick Community Park
Nile Valley Days is set for this coming weekend, July 20-21 and it's an important year. It's the 50th anniversary of the event held at Jim Sprick Community Park on Chinook pass. LOTS OF FREE FUN FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY. The weekend is packed with fun family activities. You'll find...
Excessive heat in the triple digits for the Yakima and Kittitas Valleys
Excessive Heat Warning for the Yakima and Kittitas Valleys from noon Tuesday to 10 PM Thursday…. Stay hydrated, wear sunscreen and find cover from the sun when possible. Heat Advisory for Eastern Washington into Northern Oregon from noon Tuesday to 10 PM Wednesday…. High temps expected are 95-105°. Moderate risk...
Winemaker Garrett Grubbs propels Tsillan Cellars to unprecedented success
CHELAN — Tsillan Cellars, a pioneering winery in the Lake Chelan region, continues to garner accolades in major wine competitions, solidifying its position as a leading producer in the state's wine industry. Under the guidance of Head Winemaker Garrett Grubbs, who joined the winery in 2021, Tsillan Cellars has...
Save 50% at Papa Baird’s Restaurant When You Seize The Deal!
Wake up early Friday morning, tap the station app, and Seize the Dining Deal of the Week!. Starting at 6 am on Friday (July 19th), you can get a $25 gift card for 50% off!. This week’s Dining Deal is for the ultimate place for comfort food in the Yakima Valley!
Pipe Break Causing Irrigation Outage In East Wenatchee Area
A pipe break at the Upper Columbia Irrigation District is causing an outage for customers in the East Wenatchee area as the heat wave continues. The district says the break should be fixed by Tuesday after moderate equipment damage was discovered at one of its pumping plants. Orchardists and landowners...
Country star Walker Hayes announces tour stop in Spokane this September
SPOKANE, Wash. — Spokane is fancy like Applebee’s on a date night! Grammy-nominated country star Walker Hayes is bringing his The Same Drunk Tour to BECU Live at Northern Quest!. The “Fancy Like” and “You Broke Up With Me” singer will take the stage in Spokane on Friday,...
Sockeye Salmon Season Expanding On Lake Wenatchee
The Washington Department of Fish and Wildlife is expanding Sockeye Salmon fishing season on Lake Wenatchee this year. The agency is projecting a surplus of harvestable sockeye to reach the lake, well above the natural spawning goal of 23,000 fish. Anglers ply the waters of Brewster Pool of the Upper...
Kennewick construction company puts clients in the spotlight
The name Hummel Construction and Development is fitting, given that the Kennewick-based general contracting company was founded by James and Sherry Hummel, but another similar-sounding name could be fitting, too: “humble.”. That’s because Hummel – which largely focuses on commercial development – does its best to shine the light...
Kennewick newcomers learn how to ‘do America’
Just a couple of weeks after the last day of school, 13 students assembled at the WinCo Foods in Kennewick to continue their learning. Though they spoke different languages, all had one thing in common: they had lived in the United States for less than two years. The Kennewick School...
Developer proposes 300 homes at Vista Field
A proposal to build about 300 homes in Vista Field over multiple phases has received the initial green light from Port of Kennewick commissioners – perhaps the biggest milestone yet in the effort to transform the former airport into a vibrant regional town center. The proposal by the newly...
Two finalists remain for both Sunnyside and Yakima city manager races
SUNNYSIDE, WA-- There are two candidates left standing for city manager positions in both Sunnyside and Yakima. Yakima had three finalists, but Mike Gonzalez told us he was informed he did not get the job in Yakima. He has turned his energy to Sunnyside, where he tells us he wants...
Oregon State And Washington State See Options Dwindle As Mountain West Interest Wanes
Oregon and State and Washington State are the only two teams left from the PAC 12 after conference realignment devastated the league the last few offseasons. What was once a conference of twelve teams is now a group of two. It’s going to be a really weird situation overall this year with just two teams […] The post Oregon State And Washington State See Options Dwindle As Mountain West Interest Wanes appeared first on BroBible.
Hot Mess Burgers & Fries owner blazes a trail
Cara Nokes has a lot to be proud of, from a big, loving family to a wildly popular food truck – one that continues to grow and gain fans in the Tri-Cities and beyond. The classically trained chef and co-owner of Hot Mess Burgers & Fries, a mainstay in downtown Kennewick, also now is living as her authentic self.
Calvary Chapel Sanctuary and Fellowship Hall
Calvary Chapel of Tri-Cities recently completed construction on a 43,000-square-foot sanctuary and fellowship hall in Kennewick. The project also featured a cafe, coffee/tea area, information area, two green rooms, upstairs and downstairs backstage storage, six school classrooms and restrooms. The classrooms will be used for the children’s ministry and Calvary...
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