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Four Washington Towns Among the Best Places to Live in the Country
I knew when I landed a job in Washington that I had hit the big time. That is, when it comes to the beauty of the magnificent Evergreen state. My husband and I moved to Kennewick in 2014. And, the city of Kennewick makes the list of the Best 100 Paces to Live in the country. According to Livibility.com four Washington towns make the list.
Tri-Cities' first IRONMAN 70.3 nearly sold out, still seeking volunteers
Tri-Cities, Wash. — If you're thinking about competing in the Tri-Cities' first IRONMAN 70.3 triathlon this year, you better act fast. Leaders from Visit Tri-Cities tell us with already over 2,700 competitors from across the country and even the world. The competition is very close to selling out. Now, they tell us they're busy preparing.
City of Richland - Claybell Park Pickleball Court Resurfacing
The Claybell Park Pickleball Courts located at 425 Broadmoor Street in Richland will temporarily close for resurfacing work beginning Monday, July 15. The closure is necessary to enhance the quality and safety of the courts for all users. During this period, the courts will be inaccessible to the public. The...
REACH Museum celebrates a decade with free events and new exhibits in Tri-Cities
Richland Wash. — The REACH Museum is celebrating ten years in the Tri-Cities community. To celebrate, the museum is offering four more special events this month, with most being free for Tri-Cities residents. The museum is highlighting its exhibit featuring the groundbreaking, and grand opening. They're also highlighting 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...
Prehistoric ‘Prosser Landslide’ Causes Bumps on I-82 Near Benton City
If you’re from around these parts, you’re likely very familiar with the barrage of bumps on eastbound Interstate 82 between Prosser and Benton City at milepost 91.9. The bumps have been there since the late 80s and the WSDOT hasn’t been able to remedy the problem. You could say, they keep hitting bumps in the road (sorry).
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...
East Pasco man dies in mobile home that hit temps of over 110 degrees
FRANKLIN COUNTY, Wash. — A 61-year-old man died last week after temperatures hit just over 110 degrees in his mobile home east of Pasco. Franklin County Coroner Curtis McGary said temperatures in the mobile home on Green Road ranged between 100 to 113 degrees when the man’s friends found his body at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, July 13. They had not seen him since Wednesday.
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...
No Veteran Stands Alone Gala set for Kennewick
The Columbia Basin Veterans Center's No Veteran Stands Alone Gala is Saturday, July 27 at the Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick. No Veteran Stands Alone Gala to support services for veterans set for July 27 in Kennewick. TRI-CITIES, Wash.-The Columbia Basin Veterans Center is hosting a No Veteran Stands...
All signs point to more growth, so let’s manage it carefully
The Tri-Cities region’s population growth shows no signs of slowing down. This is a favorable signpost for a healthy economy. Though a thriving economy isn’t propped up on one component alone, growth plays a key factor. Over the past four years, the two counties that make up the...
Trios Health welcomes new residents
Trios Health has welcomed its newest crop of residents, and the group includes a Benton City native. The Class of 2027 includes four family medicine resident physicians and five internal medicine resident physicians. They are:. Samyar “Sam” Attarian, DO, internal medicine, Rocky Vista University College of Osteopathic Medicine, hometown Mission...
Hop on board Tri-Cities’ new tap trail for a pint-sized adventure
The Yakima Valley, Tri-Cities and Walla Walla Valley have been popular wine destinations for decades. But for those who may whisper, “I don’t really care for wine. Where are the breweries?,” there’s now a comprehensive guide available to promote the exploration of the region’s growing craft beer scene.
Tri-Cities Diversity & Inclusion Council holding school supply drive
Tri-Cities, WA- The Tri-Cities Diversity and Inclusion Council is holding a school supply donation drive through August. For the past few years, the Council has partnered with HAPO Community Credit Union and Lutheran Community Services Northwest to help students get the school supplies they need. In addition to the drive,...
Notice of Application, Conditional Use Permit Application, Site Plan, & SEPA Checklist (File n
Randall & Lori, Walli, property owners, have applied for a conditional use permit for the construction of an event center on a property larger than 10 acres. The proposed project includes converting an existing barn into an event center and associated improvements as well as the operation of the event center. The proposed site is a 12.22-acre parcel located at 70712 N 46th Ave (Parcel No.: 1-3208-201-3345-005). The site is currently zoned low density residential (RL-40) in which commercial entertainment and event uses are conditional uses on parcels over 10 acres.
Kennewick convention center set to expand
The Three Rivers Convention Center is about to undergo a long-awaited expansion. Construction of a new exhibit hall and additional lobby and meeting room space is expected to start late this year or early next year. The project will add 100,000 to 120,000 square feet to the Kennewick facility, which currently is about 82,000 square feet.
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