Daily editionSaturday, May 24th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 24th of May.
Community
Memorial Weekend observances in the Tri-Cities will honor veterans with services at the Regional Veterans Memorial in Columbia Park and special museum discounts at Reach Museum.
Free hot dogs will be offered Sunday from 11 AM to 2 PM at Sunset Memorial Gardens while Monday events at Riverview Heights Cemetery, Desert Lawn Memorial Park in Kennewick, and City View Cemetery in Pasco will include ceremonies and a guest address by Veteran Retired Major Scotty Smile — schedules vary by site.
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Kennewick will host a trading card show today from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. and the 43rd Annual Pacific Northwest Mustang Club Spring Show starts Sunday, May 25 at 9 a.m. near Lampson Pits in Columbia Park.
Nearby, Middleton’s Strawberry Festival runs today from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. — featuring U-Pick strawberries — while the Yakima Valley Comedy Festival begins at 6 p.m. tonight with 17 comedians at 4th Street Theatre.
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Kennewick locals can plan a busy weekend as the Mustang Club Spring Show returns to Columbia Park near the Lampson Pits parking lot on Sunday, May 25 at 9 a.m. + a trading card show will run from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.; today, Middleton’s Strawberry Festival in Pasco runs from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and the Yakima Valley Comedy Festival at 4th Street Theatre starts at 6 p.m.
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Government
Boat owners in Kennewick are advised by Deputy Brad Klippert from the Benton County Sheriff's Office marine division to have their vessels inspected—available at docks or on the river—to ensure safe launches for Memorial Day weekend.
He urged boaters to test engines and keep boats connected to trailers to prevent issues on the water.
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Accidents
A pipe fitting failure at the Hanford site led to nearly 2,800 gallons of water spilling over a roadway and a building—prompt action by Hanford Mission Integration Solutions quickly isolated the leak, minimizing disruptions.
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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.
Royal Family Super Hero Fun Run
Saturday, June 21st, 2025 · 8 AM – 1 PM — Columbia Park Bandshell — Registration Fees Apply — Support a local charity while participating in fun runs for all ages.