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Kennewick
Wednesday, April 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 2nd of April.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ At its recent 2025 Annual Meeting and Awards Luncheon at Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick, the Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce honored nine local businesses and nonprofits for transforming the business community—this year’s event featured a revamped format that introduced the Spirit of Tri-Cities Award for community leadership. Tri-Cities Business News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kennewick police arrested suspect Dexon Rex on Tuesday after a two-hour standoff at an apartment near 100 North Irving Place off Clearwater Ave when he allegedly threatened his neighbor—officers received help from the Tri-City Regional SWAT Team and no one was hurt. The KEY
- ➤ A man was arrested on April 1 in Kennewick after he threatened his neighbor at Irving Place Apartments, evaded officers until he released his dog, and was booked for felony harassment and two warrants (no force was used) at Benton County Jail. NBC Tri-Cities
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Kennewick School District refinanced $37.41 million in bonds from 2015 to save over $4.3 million in taxpayer money over nine years. The refinancing, set to mature in 2034, will cut costs by $524,750 next year — a move to lower future spending. KONA
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A decade of reports shows honey bee hives losing up to 30-50% of workers, leaving behind queens and young bees. Scientists say pesticides, mites & poor nutrition are weakening these vital pollinators, which could make food crops like almonds, apples and coffee scarcer and more expensive. NewsTalk 870
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A study by the University of Arizona found that patients at Sea Mar Community Health Centers who received help from patient navigators after abnormal stool tests were 12% more likely to complete a colonoscopy and had their procedures done 27 days sooner than those given usual care. Patients with navigator support had a follow-up rate of 55% compared to 43%—and were seven times less likely to die from delayed treatment—showing the benefit of personalized guidance. FOX 41 Yakima
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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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Royal Family Fairy Tale Ball
1-3 p.m. — Southridge Sports and Events Complex — Entry fee supports local charity — Enjoy a magical afternoon with fairy tale characters, singing, dancing, and professional photos.
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Sunday Funday Music Bingo Extravaganza
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.
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Monster Truck Insanity Tour
5:00 PM - 8:59 PM — Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo — Tickets available — Experience thrilling monster truck action and support a cause simultaneously.
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Healing Hearts in Rwanda 5K
9 AM - 12 PM — Howard Amon Park — Registration required — Participate in a meaningful 5K run/walk to support healing initiatives in Rwanda.
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Sunday Funday Weekly Music Bingo
3-6 p.m. — Sports Page Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy an all-ages Music Bingo event filled with sing-along hits and good vibes.
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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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