Kennewick Local News – Monday, January 12th, 2026

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Monday, January 12th, 2026

Good morning, Kennewick. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 12th of January.

COMMUNITY NEWS

➤ Nominations are open for the 2026 Tri-Citian of the Year Award, with applications due by March 15 and a ceremony featuring keynote speaker David LaMotte set for April 30 at the Three Rivers Convention Center. The award honors community service and leadership by Tri-Cities residents. Tri-Cities Business News
➤ This Thursday, the Three Rivers Convention Center will host the 2026 Mid-Columbia Agriculture Hall of Fame to honor six individuals for their contributions to agriculture. Honorees include Fred & Lura Harris for the Pioneer Award, Kara Kaelber & Mike Meads for the Agriculture Advisor Award, and Steve Lancaster & Mike Poulson for the Impact Award. KEPR TV

ENVIRONMENT NEWS

➤ Earlier this week, in Snohomish County, state officials launched the Cascadia Sustainable Aviation Accelerator with $10 million in tax dollars and matching private funds to support a proposed green jet fuel facility south of Tri-Cities, aiming to boost sustainable aviation fuel research and production statewide. Tri-Cities Business News

REAL ESTATE NEWS

➤ A 154-unit apartment complex just north of the WSU Tri-Cities campus is on the market, unpriced by realtor Mason-Fiascone. The property caters to students and market-rate tenants and offers a clubhouse, pool and fitness center. Tri-Cities Business News

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KENNEWICK ANNOUNCEMENTS

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