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Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mirror Ministries moved to a new facility in Kennewick to expand its support for survivors by offering larger spaces for counseling, childcare, and support groups. The new building—three times larger than its previous location—has allowed the organization to better meet growing local needs while keeping its address confidential. FOX 41 Yakima
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ground was broken on May 20 for a five-story AC Hotel by Marriott in Kennewick's commercial center near the Three Rivers Convention Center. A-1 Hospitality, after COVID-19 delays, is advancing a $38-million project financed by Idaho Central Credit Union and Bellevue Capital+ Fowler Construction serving as both general contractor and project partner. Tri-Cities Business News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Kennewick Police arrested Heriberto Villaruel early Wednesday just before 4:30 a.m. after a SWAT standoff near North Fruitland Street and West Grand Ronde Avenue—Villaruel, who was wanted on multiple warrants including a felony domestic violence order violation, barricaded himself in a residence on West Entiat Avenue until officers found him in the attic. Apple Valley News Now
- ➤ A hit-and-run on I-182 left one driver hospitalized and police took another into custody—authorities later found the suspect sleeping in a backyard on the 3900 block of Wernett Rd. NBC Tri-Cities
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today the EPA awards over $6M in grants to redevelop contaminated sites into valuable spaces. The Benton Franklin Council of Governments received $1.2M—funds that will support planning, environmental assessments, and community outreach for future development projects. KEPR TV
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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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Royal Family Super Hero Fun Run
8 AM – 1 PM — Columbia Park Bandshell — Registration Fees Apply — Support a local charity while participating in fun runs for all ages.
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