Daily editionFriday, March 14th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 14th of March.
Community
The Polar Plunge will be held on Saturday, March 22 at Columbia Point Marina in Richland and supports Special Olympics Tri-Cities as the state marks 50 years of the program — registration begins at 10 a.m. on event day.
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Education
Columbia Basin College submitted a request for $54 million to design and build a new arts building that will replace its aging P Building if state lawmakers approve funding.
The college now awaits House and Senate budget talks — its enrollment has grown to over 8,500 students.
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Government
Kennewick officials announced that the city will break ground on the Three Rivers Convention Center expansion after the March 22 hockey game final following a unanimous City Council vote on a $71.3 million budget funded with bonds + local government funds.
The expansion will add a 60,000-square-foot exhibit hall, extra meeting rooms, and a new kitchen, and it is set to open in fall 2026.
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Roadwork has begun at Quinault Avenue and Columbia Center Boulevard in Kennewick, and drivers on this busy 24,000-a-day route should expect delays during construction.
The $1.6 million project, contracted to Apollo Inc., will add a left turn lane, dedicated through and right turn lanes, and new signals, ADA ramps, lighting, storm drains, curbs and sidewalks during work hours from 8 a.m.-4 p.m. and 8 p.m.-4 a.m.
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Less than a decade after a major renovation, the Tri-Cities Airport terminal is set to begin an $11 million upgrade that will expand the baggage area, add a boarding door at Gate 2, and renovate Gate 5 with work scheduled to finish in 2026.
The expansion—part of a four-phase plan costing up to $145 million over the next ten years—is planned by the Port of Pasco to meet growing passenger demand and new federal guidelines with contractor awards expected by April.
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Health
The PC expanded its facilities at 1350 N. Grant St.—adding new treatment rooms, fitness studios, and a children’s wing to grow its medical, regenerative and diagnostic services.
The $600,000 project is set to finish in March 2025 and will improve spaces for movement, recovery and early health education.
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Real Estate
Construction on The Falls, a 133,000-square-foot mixed-use development at 4112 W. 24th Ave in the Southridge area, is complete and features three modern buildings with 105 residential units, retail space, and climate-controlled storage.
The project was finished on March 1 by Elite Construction + Development.
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Accidents
A restroom at Two Rivers Park in Benton County caught fire early Thursday at 2:24 a.m.—fire crews quickly put out the flames and deputies found no one inside as investigators check the cause that appears to have started outside.
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Kennewick Events
Custer's 26th Annual Spring Arts and Crafts Show
Friday, March 21st, 2025 · Over 150 artisans will showcase a diverse array of fine art, hand crafts, and specialty foods at Custer's Spring Arts and Crafts Show.
Lil Maru Concert at The Hideout
Saturday, March 22nd, 2025 · Lil Maru will perform live at The Hideout / El Escondite in Kennewick, showcasing a vibrant music experience.
Hands-On Greek Cooking Class at Muret-Gaston Wine Bar
Sunday, March 23rd, 2025 · Experience a hands-on cooking class focusing on Greek cuisine, where participants will prepare Pork Loukaniko and enjoy a meal paired with wine.
On-Site Tour at Brookdale Canyon Lakes
Sunday, March 30th, 2025 · 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. | Brookdale Canyon Lakes | Free entry | Explore the best in senior living with exceptional care, meals, and activities on display.
Sunday Funday Music Bingo
Sunday, April 13th, 2025 · 3-6 p.m. — Sports Page Bar & Grill — Free to play — Enjoy an all-ages Music Bingo event with catchy sing-along hits and good vibes.