Daily editionTuesday, March 18th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 18th of March.
Culture
Rock star Chris Daughtry and his band will perform on Wednesday, August 20 at the Benton Franklin County Fair and Rodeo in Kennewick—tickets will go on sale Friday, March 21 at 8 a.m. with reserved seating options ranging from $30 to $60.
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Environment
The Washington State Department of Agriculture announced that Japanese beetle pesticide treatments will expand from one square mile last year to eight square miles this year, including a new treatment zone in Kennewick — a response to increased sightings in Pasco.
Homeowners and businesses in the treatment areas are urged to grant permission for spraying as the infestation poses a threat to local gardens and turf.
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Government
Veterans, military spouses and national guardsmen are invited to a job search event on March 25 in Kennewick with opportunities to learn what employers seek and to receive resume guidance and participate in mock interviews from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m. The event will be held at WorkSource Columbia Basin — 815 N. Kellogg St., Suite D — and is hosted by WorkSource Columbia Basin and the Benton-Franklin Workforce Development Council.
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On April 1, new USPS pricing will take effect in Washington, raising Priority Mail and Priority Mail Express rates by 3.2%, Ground Advantage by 3.9%, and Parcel Select by 9.2%—price changes that will affect both consumers and businesses.
The Postal Service announced these updates as part of its Delivering For America plan, which aims to save $36 billion over 10 years—improving service standards based on 5-digit ZIP code pairs.
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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.
Senior Times Spring Expo
Tuesday, April 15th, 2025 · 9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Southridge Sports and Events Complex — Food for purchase — Enjoy bingo, a tap-dance performance, and exhibitors focused on senior services and products.
Mini Golf FUNdraiser
Saturday, May 31st, 2025 · Kick-off summer with one of our community's most spirited events and the most FUN you'll have in FUNdraising. Supporting the Children's Reading Foundation, join us for 18 holes of fun, prizes, awards, and more! (21 and over)