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Friday, February 13th, 2026
Good morning, Kennewick. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 13th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ A new 4,000 sqft express car wash facility at 624 S. Ely St. in Kennewick is nearing completion, led by local Chervenell Construction and designed by Wolfe Architecture Group (project cost: $7.5 million). Tri-Cities Business News
- ➤ Yum Brands announced that Pizza Hut will close 250 underperforming locations nationwide in the first half of this year (no specific local stores have been confirmed yet). With over 100 outlets in the area, reviews of store performance will determine if any face closure. The KEY
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A new study finds Washington's median household income increased by 45.9% from 1970 to 2023, reaching $94,605 and ranking No. 7 among states; higher education levels & increased immigration are linked to the growth. Tri-Cities Business News
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Beau Ruff of Cornerstone Wealth Strategies explains that Washington’s new estate, capital gains, and proposed income taxes are prompting residents to review their overall tax burden and consider moving. He warns that lower-tax states may not offer the same community ties and health care (factors to consider before deciding). Tri-Cities Business News
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Washington lawmakers are set to simplify cash transactions by rounding prices up or down to the nearest five cents to address the shortage of pennies. The proposed bills (one in the House and one in the Senate) will guide retailers in adjusting their cash registers statewide. Tri-Cities Business News
- ➤ Pasco City Council is considering a code change to allow sandwich board signs in the downtown overlay area – a move that would let each business display one sign while following strict safety and placement rules. Council received public input Monday night and will review the amendment in a future meeting. Apple Valley News Now
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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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