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Stretch of Canal Drive to close for paving Aug. 26-27
KENNEWICK, Wash.-Drivers should expect closures and delays due to a paving project on a stretch of Canal Drive Aug. 26-27. Double lanes on Canal will be closed overnight from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. between N. Kellogg and N. Edison Street as contractors pave, according to a City of Kennewick social media post.
Blue Bridge Could be Easier to Travel on September 10th. Why?
If a settlement or contract is not reached by September 10th, the Blue Bridge in the Tri-Cities might be easier to navigate. At least for one day during the bridge repainting project. Labor union calling on WA State govt. workers to stage a walkout on September 10th. The Washington Federation...
Urgent Appeal: Can You Help Richland Police ID Truck & Driver Involved in Crime?
Richland Police need your help to identify the driver of the truck in the photo. Last Thursday, August 15th, at about 2 pm, an incident happened on George Washington Way, where the photographed white truck struck a pedestrian on the sidewalk, pushing them into the roadway. It happened in front of McDonalds near Williams Boulevard.
KPD Find Man Asleep At The Wheel-While Still In Drive Mode
Kennewick Police were dispatched to a welfare check Thursday morning in the 700 block of West Vineyard Drive. A man was slumped over in a vehicle. When officers arrived, they found the man in a white Kia sedan. He appeard to be asleep at the wheel. However, the vehicle was still in drive mode, posing a danger to the public. Officers had a suspicion the driver was under the influence, as they saw paraphernalia inside the vehicle. It's alleged the driver may have been using marijuana and Fentanyl.
Get Ready for CrawFest: A Feast of Fun and Flavor in Pasco!
The Pasco Chamber Annual CrawFest is back and better than ever! Saturday, September 14th, as this year’s CrawFest promises to be an unforgettable day filled with mouth-watering food, live music, and lively festivities. The event will take place at the beautiful Osprey Pointe, located at 1110 Osprey Pointe Blvd in Pasco, WA, right along the scenic banks of the Columbia River. With doors opening at 11:30 AM and festivities running until 7:00 PM, there’s plenty of time to soak in all the excitement.
Tri-Cities volunteers slowly digging up mammoth remains
KENNEWICK, Wash. — A team of about 20 volunteers has spent the last 15 years slowly chipping away at uncovering mammoth remains near Kennewick, Washington, simultaneously inviting the public to watch the process. Their focus is not just on the bones, but on uncovering information about other creatures and...
Lucky Bao helps celebrate National Bao Day and shares its second location
RICHLAND- Wake Up NonStop Local celebrates National Dumping day on September 26 with Lucky Bao Food Truck. Owner and manager of Lucky Bao, Kevin Meng cooks up some dumplings and explains how they are made. Lucky Bao is parked at Grigg's Aces Hardware store in Richland on George Washington Way and is open 11a.m.-7p.m. Monday through Saturday. Lucky Bao has a new location at Summer's Hub in Kennewick and is open Tuesday through Sunday.
The Kennewick Police Department looking for more recruits to join the force
KENNEWICK, Wash. – The Kennewick Police Department needs 11 officers to keep our community safe. Sergeant Michael Rosane with KPD says the position is available after the police academy. Applicants are looking to become police officers. Sgt. Rosane says the department tests every month through national safety testing. If...
Downed power line affects traffic lights in East Kennewick
KENNEWICK, Wash. - Kennewick Police responded to a crash that downed a powerline in East Kennewick on Thursday. The powerline in the area of Railroad Avenue and North Fruitland Street was hit by a slow-moving truck, according to the KPD, and has affected power in the area. KPD Officer Peyton...
District One hosts 63rd Annual Richland Sertoma Sportsarama
Richland One kicked off the 2024 football season by hosting the 63rd annual Richland Sertoma Sportsarama at Memorial Stadium Friday, August 16. The C.A. Johnson Green Hornets and Keenan Raiders battled to a 0-0 tie in the opening salvo. It was a game full of defensive highlights, starting with Keenan....
Benton Franklin Fair using new security measures
KENNEWICK, Wash. - The Benton Franklin Fair is using new airport-style metal detectors at each of the fairground entrances to stop people from sneaking in drugs, weapons and any other unwanted items. “It slows things down a little bit," fairgoer Jack Weissner said. "But hey, man, that’s the times we...
Man heading to prison for burning a Pasco church and a series of other break-ins
A 37-year-old Pasco man said his delusions led him to break into a number of buildings, setting several fires including one that damaged a church. Seth Klindworth will serve four years in prison in connection with a 2023 crime spree that ended with him setting fire to the Apostolic Lutheran Church of Tri-Cities.
1st of a kind Tri-Cities homeless program already changing lives
Bishop Skylstad Commons opened in Pasco about 18 months ago, and it’s already changing lives. Allicia Chalmers, supportive housing coordinator at the facility, describes recently helping set up emergency housing, services and medical care for pregnant woman.
Should middle school students have cell phones in class? What Tri-City schools are doing
Some Tri-City schools are cracking down on cellphone use in an attempt to improve student mental health and prevent bullying, as well as to refocus the school day around learning. Three schools in Richland School District plan to pilot new guidelines. Hanford High School and Richland High School students will...
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