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Wednesday, March 19th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 19th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Richland Police Department wrapped up a weekend speed enforcement where 74 drivers were ticketed and 3 drivers were arrested on roads such as Keene Road, Columbia Park Trail, SR-240, and George Washington Way. The department partnered with the Washington State Traffic Safety Commission after repeated complaints (from local residents) and will conduct more patrols this spring and summer (to curb dangerous racing). NewsTalk 870
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Forever 21, occupying an 11,800-square-foot space at Columbia Center near JCPenney that underwent a $1.3 million remodel before opening in December 2021, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy and will wind down its U.S. operations while seeking a buyer for its assets — its stalled Kennewick expansion follows a recent closure by another mall tenant —. Tri-Cities Business News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, March 17 at 11:39 p.m., a Kennewick Officer stopped 20-year-old Alex Mendoza near West Canal Drive and Quinault after noticing his sedan was missing its left front wheel and had heavy front-end damage—he was arrested for DUI and hit and run after his vehicle struck a parked car in Columbia Park. The KEY
- ➤ On March 17th, a Kennewick officer spotted a sedan missing its left front wheel near West Canal Drive and Quinault and later arrested 20-year-old Alex Mendoza for DUI and hit and run after he fled a crash at Columbia Park—his vehicle showed heavy front-end damage. KONA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ NASA astronaut José Hernández will visit Columbia Basin College in Pasco on March 26 from noon to 1:30 p.m.—he will share his inspiring journey from a migrant farm worker to NASA astronaut and highlight his pursuit of STEM education. NBC Tri-Cities
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Both the Kennewick and Richland Police Departments will hold free Drug Take Back events on April 26 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.—Kennewick at 211 W. 6th Ave. and Richland at 871 George Washington Way—and Richland attendees will also be able to receive free blood pressure and blood sugar checks. NBC Tri-Cities
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Custer's 26th Annual Spring Arts & Crafts Show - Pasco
The Spring Arts & Crafts Show features over 150 artisans showcasing and selling fine art, hand crafts, and specialty foods.
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Lil Maru Concert at The Hideout
Lil Maru will perform live at The Hideout / El Escondite in Kennewick, showcasing a vibrant music experience.
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Hands-On Greek Cooking Class at Muret-Gaston Wine Bar
Experience a hands-on cooking class focusing on Greek cuisine, where participants will prepare Pork Loukaniko and enjoy a meal paired with wine.
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Los Caimanes De Sinaloa Concert
8 p.m. – 2 a.m. — Tropicana — Tickets available — Experience a night of vibrant regional music with Los Caimanes De Sinaloa and Los Pistones De Uriel Valdez.
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Sunday Funday Music Bingo
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.
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Senior Times Spring Expo
9 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Southridge Sports and Events Complex — Food for purchase — Engage in bingo games, enjoy tap-dancing performances, and explore senior-focused exhibits.
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Mini Golf FUNdraiser
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)
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