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Daily editionWednesday, January 21st, 2026

Good morning, Kennewick.

The Daily Kennewick Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of January.

Community

  1. Pasco's Memorial Pool Dome will open on Wednesday, Jan. 28 at Memorial Aquatic Park (1520 West Shoshone Street); the event starts at 1:30 p.m. with a free community swim that marks new year-round recreation funded by community bonds and the Pasco School District.

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  2. The new dome at Memorial Aquatic Park in Pasco will open on Wednesday, Jan. 28 with a free community swim from 1:30 p.m. to 3 p.m. that gives families a year-round place to swim and stay active.

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  3. Kennewick's Camo Dave Ministry is reviewing its volunteer count as it prepares for upcoming community service events.

    Local residents are encouraged to keep an eye out for volunteer opportunities & support the ministry’s efforts.

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Government

  1. Kennewick School District expressed concern over a planned group home for Level 3 offenders near student walking routes at Fuerza Elementary.

    The district urged families to plan safe routes as it continues talks with city and law enforcement (the project is moving forward despite local opposition).

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  2. Congress approved a record $3.2 billion budget for Hanford cleanup near Richland today, boosting funding by $200 million from previous years & regulators warned the funds fall nearly $3 billion short of meeting required cleanup targets.

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  3. Tri-Cities Airport officials warn travelers that starting February 1, those without a REAL ID must use the new TSA Confirm ID option, which charges a $45 fee for 10 days of travel.

    Officials advise updating IDs or paying online to avoid delays — check TSA guidelines for acceptable identification.

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  4. WSDA’s Pest Program announced plans to treat Japanese beetles and spongy moths in spring 2026 in several counties including Benton, Franklin, Yakima, King, and Pierce—using Acelepryn for lawns and Btk for caterpillar control while public outreach and funding are underway.

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Sports

  1. Grandview High School's cheer team qualified for the State Championships for the first time — a historic milestone that boosts school spirit and celebrates weeks of diligent practice as the team prepares for the upcoming tournament.

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