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Kennewick
Wednesday, May 21st, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 21st of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 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. FOX 41 Yakima
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A heavily intoxicated minivan driver sped south on South Oak Street, sideswiped another vehicle, and slammed into an orchard near the Game Farm Road intersection—Benton County deputies said no one was hurt and the driver was jailed on Monday evening. KONA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ 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. NewsTalk 870
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ 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. KONA
- ➤ 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. NewsTalk 870
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ 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. FOX 41 Yakima
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Sunday Funday Music Bingo
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.
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Mini Golf FUNdraiser
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)
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Sunday Funday Music Bingo
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.
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Sunday Funday Music Bingo
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.
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Midsommer Festival
10 AM – 9 PM — Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo — Cost info not provided — A family-friendly celebration filled with various attractions and activities.
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