Daily editionWednesday, May 21st, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
Business
Airbnb is stepping up efforts to prevent loud parties this summer by introducing new anti-party technology—this system will block bookings during Memorial Day and July Fourth weekends to reduce disruptions and property damage.
The company said its global party ban policy from 2020 already cut party incidents in half.
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Government
The U.S. Postal Service urged Washington residents to inspect and maintain mailboxes during National Mailbox Improvement Week from May 18 to 24 to keep mail safe.
Residents are advised to repair loose hinges and locks — actions that help prevent theft — while promptly collecting mail.
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Health
Lamb Weston recalled 35,000 cases of hash browns because some products might have plastic chips—items were sent to Arizona, Hawaii, Japan, Kuwait, Taiwan, and the UAE.
Consumers are advised to throw out the hash browns or return them to the point of purchase.
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Lamb Weston voluntarily recalled 35,000 cases of hash browns after potential plastic fragments were discovered — the affected products were shipped to markets in Arizona, Hawaii, Japan, Kuwait, Taiwan and the UAE.
Consumers are advised to return the product to the purchase location or dispose of it safely.
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Lifestyle
Nearly 44% of families plan to start home gardens this summer as rising food prices push them to use small-space setups—such as container gardens or raised beds—to cut grocery costs and enjoy fresh produce at home.
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Kennewick Events
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.
Midsommer Festival
Saturday, June 14th, 2025 · 10 AM – 9 PM — Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo — Cost info not provided — A family-friendly celebration filled with various attractions and activities.