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Kennewick
Sunday, February 8th, 2026
Good morning, Kennewick. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 8th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Richland police chief Marty Pilcher and his team took part in the 2026 Polar Plunge fundraiser supporting Special Olympics, which helps local youth and families gain access to sports programs. The event raised money for athletic opportunities in the community. NBC Tri-Cities
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Tri-Cities grew from irrigation projects that brought fertile farmland and inspired names rooted in Native American heritage and railroad history. Local developments, including mid-20th century projects, transformed the region's agricultural identity. KONA
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Ports from Benton, Walla Walla, and Pasco are partnering with Tacoma and Seattle to plan an inland logistics hub to improve freight movement and boost local jobs — officials said 7,000 feet of new rail will connect to the terminal yard. KEPR TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Kennewick saw showers Saturday night and more rain is expected today (10 a.m. until 4 p.m. Monday) as mountain passes may be slushy for Super Bowl Sunday travel. Apple Valley News Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A recall of Ore-Ida Tater Tots and Sysco Imperial Potato Tater Barrels in Washington is in effect because products may include hard plastic fragments that pose a choking hazard; consumers should check freezers and return or discard any affected cases. KONA
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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.
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Candlelight Concert: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
8:30-9:30 p.m. — Hanford Reach Interpretive Center — Ticketed event — Experience timeless hits from Coldplay and Imagine Dragons performed by a string quartet in a candlelit setting.
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