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Kennewick
Friday, April 4th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Lower Columbia Basin Audubon Society is hosting its monthly bird-watching event at Bateman Island—this event occurs on the first Saturday of each month and the next walk is scheduled for tomorrow. Birders will gather at 7:45 a.m.—the guided walk will begin at 8:00 a.m. and end at 11:00 a.m., providing advice on using binoculars and maintaining a safe distance from birds. NBC Tri-Cities
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Tuesday at around 6:22 p.m., a 35-year-old woman allegedly under the influence drove in the wrong lane on Cable Bridge and collided head-on with one vehicle before hitting a third, causing backups that cleared by 7:30 p.m. (one driver was treated for minor injuries) while she was booked in Franklin County for DUI. NBC Tri-Cities
- ➤ Kennewick police arrested Kenneth Troy Couch on suspicion of assault and unlawful imprisonment after deputies responded just before 2 p.m. on April 1 to a weapons complaint on the 106000 block of West King Tull Road and North Pioneer Road — a Benton County Sheriff’s Office employee had called for help amid a domestic dispute. Apple Valley News Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Small business owners in the Tri-Cities are invited to the Bridging Partnerships Small Business Symposium on April 9-10 at Three Rivers Convention Center in Kennewick to explore new contracting opportunities that connect Hanford cleanup work with emerging advanced energy projects—an initiative partnering with the Energy Forward Alliance, Clean Energy Supplier Alliance, and the Hanford Small Business Council to spotlight projects like the Pacific Northwest Hydrogen Hub and Atlas Agro’s Pacific Green Fertilizer Plant. This event will offer insights into opportunities that build on our region’s past achievements and future energy innovation. Tri-Cities Business News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Washington State Department of Agriculture is resuming treatments for invasive Japanese beetles in Mid-Columbia, including Grandview, Mabton, Wapato, Prosser, Sunnyside and Pasco. Certified pesticide applicator TruGreen will treat over 17,000 properties once homeowners grant permission and the safe chemicals protect plants and lawns. The KEY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pipeline safety staff with the Washington Utilities & Transportation Commission recommended Cascade Natural Gas pay nearly $5.7 million for 66 alleged pipeline safety violations linked to a fatal fire in Toppenish on Sept. 22nd. The company said it is reviewing the allegations and the commission will review the evidence before making a final decision. Tri-Cities Business News
- ➤ The City of Kennewick announced today that its annual herbicide application for noxious weed control is expected to start around April 9 and is weather-dependent. Vehicles will spray curb lines and gravel shoulders on main roads, and the herbicide is mixed with dye to guide application while drying in 30 minutes so that pets and children can safely return. Apple Valley News Now
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Local breakfast venues in the Tri-Cities serve farm fresh ingredients in classic dishes - such as hearty omelets, giant hotcakes and pulled pork hash - that give residents a taste of local flavor, with favorites like Magill's Restaurant drawing many customers. The KEY
- ➤ A recent report covers Tri-Cities breakfast spots where locals can enjoy fresh meals such as giant hotcakes and handmade omelets — ranging from cozy diners to upscale brunch cafes — that feature farm-fresh ingredients. KONA
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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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Sunday Funday Music Bingo
3-6 p.m. — Sports Page Bar & Grill — Free to play — 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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