Daily editionFriday, April 18th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 18th of April.
Community
TAGCON, the Tri-Cities gaming convention, returns this weekend at the HAPO Center in Pasco.
Organizers from Tri-City Area Gaming will offer a large selection of board, card and roleplaying games — along with a nerd swap table, giveaways and special badge discounts for caregivers, students and educators.
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Families in the Tri-Cities will join three Easter egg hunts this weekend as West Richland hosts a hunt on April 19 from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with a pancake breakfast and free donuts, a wine-themed WIT Adults & Kids hunt runs later that day from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., and Summer’s Easter EGGstravaganza takes place on April 20 from 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. — visitors are encouraged to reserve a spot for the WIT event and enjoy fun activities like pony rides and a bounce house.
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TAGCON, a gaming convention organized by Tri-City Area Gaming, will return to Pasco this weekend at the HAPO Center.
The event will feature an extensive library of board, card and roleplaying games—along with a nerd swap table, giveaways and discounted badges for caregivers, volunteers, students and educators.
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Business
Blueberry Bridal broke ground at Vista Field as the Port of Kennewick pushes its development project forward, and owner Amber Keller said the event marked a key milestone for her business.
Port officials will hold another groundbreaking ceremony next week—opening the door for more companies to join the emerging commercial area.
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Health
Jason Cutter, a 50-year-old hockey player, had Birmingham hip resurfacing surgery to ease his hip pain and return to sports three months later — a study shows that this surgery lets three times as many patients stay active compared to a full hip replacement.
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Accidents
Today, firefighters responded to a condo fire near West 4th Place and South Quincy Street around 1:20 p.m.—two occupants evacuated safely while one was taken to the hospital for smoke inhalation as crews from Kennewick and neighboring fire districts worked to extinguish the flames and investigate the unknown cause while a nearby condo suffered heat and smoke damage.
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Kennewick Events
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.
Sunday Funday Weekly Music Bingo
Sunday, April 27th, 2025 · 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.
Sunday Funday Music Bingo
Sunday, May 4th, 2025 · 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.
Bike Tri-Cities Bike Expo
Saturday, May 10th, 2025 · 6:30 a.m. — Camp Kiwanis — Registration fee required — Experience scenic rides along the Columbia and Yakima rivers with options for all skill levels.
Sunday Funday Music Bingo
Sunday, May 11th, 2025 · 3-6 p.m. — Sports Page Bar & Grill — Free to play — Enjoy an all-ages Music Bingo event with sing-along hits and good vibes.
Safari Themed Photoshoot at JCPenney Portraits
Saturday, May 17th, 2025 · 4 PM — Santiago Sunset Estates — Special pricing — Capture the wild spirit with a fun safari-themed photoshoot featuring lions, tigers, and giggles.
Sunday Funday Music Bingo
Sunday, May 18th, 2025 · 3-6 p.m. — Sports Page Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy an all-ages music bingo event filled with hits and good vibes.