Daily editionWednesday, May 7th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 7th of May.
Community
Liberty Christian is hosting its 10th annual Patriot Show + Shine at 2200 Williams Blvd in Richland on May 10 from 9:00 AM to 2:30 PM.
Attendees will enjoy classic cars, silent auctions, raffles, food, and entertainment to help fund Liberty Christian Schools.
The KEYRead more
Liberty Christian’s Patriot Show and Shine will be held on May 10 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at 2200 Williams Blvd in Richland (the event will feature classic cars, silent auctions, raffles and food to raise funds for Liberty Christian Schools).
KONARead more
Education
Haviland Gilbert, a music teacher at Lincoln Elementary, was named a 2025 Country Music Association Foundation Music Teacher of Excellence—one of 30 nationwide winners selected by the Kennewick School District.
He will receive $5,000 for professional development and will be honored at a red carpet celebration in Nashville.
FOX 41 YakimaRead more
Government
Federal Government cancelled a $350,000 AmeriCorps grant that supported over 700 at-risk students in Kennewick middle schools—forcing United Way leaders to seek new partnerships and funding to restore the Attendance Matters program—as they work to counter the loss affecting nine local schools.
KEPR TVRead more
Accidents
A crash on Highway 395 just south of the Blue Bridge blocked the southbound lane—causing heavy traffic yesterday as officials did not provide an estimated reopening time and advised drivers to take local detours.
FOX 41 YakimaRead more
Kennewick Events
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.
Sunday Funday Music Bingo
Sunday, May 25th, 2025 · 3-6 p.m. — Sports Page Bar & Grill — Free to play — Enjoy an all-ages music bingo event filled with fun, laughter, and sing-along hits.
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)
Sunday Funday Music Bingo
Sunday, June 1st, 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.