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Wednesday, February 4th, 2026

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Good morning, Kennewick. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of February.

EDUCATION NEWS

  • Educators from KAESP and KEA will rally tomorrow along Columbia Center Boulevard & Rio Grande Avenue from 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. to back replacement levies that fund essential school services; voters are urged to support them in the Feb. 10 election.  NBC Tri-Cities
  • The Kennewick School District is hosting its annual student job fair on March 18 at Kennewick High School from 6-8 p.m., inviting local businesses to secure free tables + receive a complimentary dinner as they connect with students seeking part-time and summer work.  Tri-Cities Business News

FINANCE NEWS

  • Mortgage rates are expected to stay near 6 percent in February as the Federal Reserve holds rates following steady economic data and a calm job market — ongoing debates over the next Fed chair suggest limited impact on rates in the near term.  FOX 41 Yakima

GOVERNMENT NEWS

  • A Senate committee hearing on SB 6339 is taking place today at 8 a.m. as lawmakers review a bill to restrict less restrictive alternative homes following local concerns about a proposed facility near 8th Avenue & Edison Street; residents and county officials plan to speak out.  Apple Valley News Now

HEALTH NEWS

  • American Heart Month campaigns promote realistic changes that support heart health by urging residents to adopt small daily habits like brisk walks, healthy food swaps & portion control. The approach targets sustainable improvements that last beyond the month.  FOX 41 Yakima
  • Costco has recalled its Mini Beignets Filled with Caramel after a labeling error meant some items contain chocolate hazelnut filling that may trigger an allergy. The affected items sold between Jan. 16 and Jan. 30 should be returned for a refund, and Kennewick shoppers are advised to check their purchase.  The KEY

REAL ESTATE NEWS

  • A Clever Real Estate study finds that millennials remain eager to buy homes despite high prices, debt and interest rates; most continue spending on coffee & concerts instead of saving enough for down payments.  FOX 41 Yakima

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Dueling Pianos Valentine Special

    6-10 p.m. — Parkade Bar & Grill — In-person — Enjoy a night of love songs and dueling pianos for a memorable Valentine's celebration.

    Fri, 2/13/26

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

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