Daily editionFriday, January 24th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 24th of January.
Community
Kennewick residents are worried for their safety and privacy due to a new multi-use building overlooking their neighborhood, with concerns heightened after a planned privacy wall was excluded from final construction plans.
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The Kennewick Irrigation District is enhancing the city's canals by lining and widening them to improve water reliability and storage, having completed 25 miles with 70 still to go.
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Education
The 3 Rivers Community Foundation is providing nine scholarships for higher education to Tri-Cities region students, with applications open until April 30, 2025.
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Adriana Chavez, a resource room teacher at Southridge High School, won January's Classroom Makeover from WaFd Bank for her outstanding contribution to students' social and emotional learning.
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Government
Kennewick City Council advocated in Olympia for $16.3 million in funding for critical infrastructure projects, including boat launch replacement and traffic improvement studies.
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Lifestyle
El Fat Cat Grill, a family-owned food truck in Kennewick, has been recognized as one of America's best hidden gems for its diverse and delicious menu.
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