Daily editionThursday, March 27th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of March.
Business
Pizza Speedway is launching a service that brings a new kind of convenience to Kennewick—designed to make ordering faster and simpler for local customers.
The business plans to use its innovative approach to gain traction in the local market.
NBC Tri-CitiesRead more
Economy
Benton PUD announced its first retail rate increase in over five years and will raise rates by 5% — effective April 1st — which will boost the average monthly bill from $115 to $121.
Some customers who were not informed of the change expressed concern — they hope the mailed newsletter will offer clearer details.
Apple Valley News NowRead more
Real Estate
At its March 25 meeting, the Port of Kennewick sold four parcels at Vista Field to BlueChart Homes to develop a residential community that may include up to 300 homes.
The deal follows the airstrip’s 2013 closure and will start with 32 new homes west of the Port’s initial development area — paving the way for a multi-phase project.
The KEYRead more
Kennewick Events
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.
Royal Family Fairy Tale Ball
Saturday, April 19th, 2025 · 1-3 p.m. — Southridge Sports and Events Complex — Donations support foster children's summer camp — Experience magical moments with fairy tale characters and enjoy photo opportunities.
Sunday Funday Music Bingo Extravaganza
Sunday, April 20th, 2025 · 3-6 p.m. — Sports Page Bar & Grill — Free to play — Enjoy a lively Music Bingo experience with chart-topping hits and good vibes every Sunday.
Monster Truck Insanity Tour
Friday, April 25th, 2025 · 5:00 PM - 8:59 PM — Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo — Tickets available — Experience thrilling monster truck action and support a cause simultaneously.
Healing Hearts in Rwanda 5K
Saturday, April 26th, 2025 · 9 AM - 12 PM — Howard Amon Park — Registration required — Participate in a meaningful 5K run/walk to support healing initiatives in Rwanda.
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)