Daily editionThursday, April 24th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 24th of April.
Community
The City of Richland — which began construction in September 2024 — is hosting a ribbon cutting and grand opening for the new Sturgeon Cove Playground at Howard Amon Park on Friday, May 16th at 11 a.m. The playground features a replica paddle wheel cruise ship structure, improved ADA accessibility and dueling ziplines — features designed for preschoolers and older children — that expand play options.
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Pasco Police, Fire and Tri-Cities Animal Services rescued five 3.5-week-old kittens from the walls of a home under renovation on Wednesday morning—responders located the kittens after the owner reported squeaking sounds—and the kittens received veterinary care and will be ready for adoption in about five weeks.
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On April 23, Pasco first responders rescued five 3.5-week-old kittens hidden in the walls of a home under renovation after an owner reported hearing squeaking sounds—veterinary care was provided at Tri-Cities Animal Services and the kittens will be ready for adoption in about five weeks.
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Business
Cedar's on Clover Island, a well-known restaurant with views of the Columbia River, is up for sale and will remain open until a new owner is found.
The sale includes the building, equipment, and furniture — interested buyers should call Carrie at River Realty at 509-948-0580 for more details.
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Government
Today at 2 p.m., more than 20 workers with ties to the Tri-Cities will be honored at Washington State Department of Labor and Industries’ Workers’ Memorial Day service held at 7273 Linderson Way SW in Tumwater.
Families will ring the brass bell in the Worker Memorial Garden after the names of those who lost their lives from toxic chemicals, hazardous exposures, and motor vehicle accidents are read aloud.
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Accidents
Today a heavy semi-truck tipped onto its side on the sharp curve of Hwy 240 toward Kennewick, prompting calls for road safety improvements + similar tip-overs have been reported on this dangerous exit in recent years.
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Kennewick Events
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.