Daily editionFriday, May 9th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 9th of May.
Community
Kennewick opened its first fully fenced and inclusive playground at Lawrence Scott Park as part of Kason's Kause, a project led by 10-year-old Kason Creed who advocates for accessible parks.
The playground features grass, art and a fence for safe play+ Parks, Recreation and Facilities Director Nick Farline said it is fully accessible to all children.
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A pair of bonded senior dogs at the Benton County Canine Shelter in Kennewick need a loving home quickly—separation could harm their health.
Princess Leia is a 14-year-old beagle mix receiving cancer treatment and Tootie is an 11-year-old chihuahua mix who loves walks—visits are available at 1116 N. Grant Place Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
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Local truck driver Chris Poynor reached 2 million accident-free miles—more than 80 trips around the equator—and he will compete in his eighth national championship this August.
NBC Tri-CitiesRead more
Government
Sen. Maria Cantwell announced on May 8th that 12 Washington airports received $66,758,406 in federal grants for terminal upgrades, with Spokane International receiving $6.5 million for new gates and passenger areas and Tri-Cities getting $7.3 million for modernizing its terminal+ further funding will improve taxi lanes and aprons at Deer Park, Richland and Odessa.
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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.
Sunday Funday Music Bingo
Sunday, June 8th, 2025 · 3-6 p.m. — Sports Page Bar & Grill — Free to play — Enjoy a family-friendly atmosphere with music bingo and sing-along hits to end your weekend on a high note.