Daily editionThursday, May 8th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
Business
Community First Bank branches will close on May 9 and reopen on May 13 as they merge with Spokane Teacher's Credit Union — the merger adds ten branches and follows over three months of planning.
The KEYRead more
Government
The American flag was removed from the Blue Bridge because its mounting hardware failed—replacement parts have been ordered and crews plan to reinstall the flag within a few weeks.
WSDOT noted that similar delays have happened before during routine flag replacements.
The KEYRead more
Marissa Adamson—West Richland’s animal and code compliance officer—launched a spay and neuter program today to reduce the feral cat population.
NBC Tri-CitiesRead more
Health
A new study showed that teenagers with high blood sugar had up to three times the risk of developing heart damage by young adulthood—researchers tracked nearly 1,600 youths and found that girls' hearts were harmed five times faster than boys'.
The report urges early blood sugar control to prevent future heart problems.
FOX 41 YakimaRead more
A new study published in Human Reproduction found that girls who ate more inflammatory foods were 15% more likely to start their periods early while a healthier diet lowered the odds by 8% even after body size was considered—research on over 7,500 children shows that food choices may have long-term effects on health risks later in life.
FOX 41 YakimaRead more
Accidents
The Washington State Patrol said witnesses saw an older red SUV with rear-end damage leave the scene of a two-vehicle crash on State Route 240 in Kennewick on May 7—officers urged anyone with information to contact Detective Ryan Sauve.
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.