Daily editionWednesday, May 28th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 28th of May.
Education
A local research scientist will give a talk on tech—conservation and local wildlife tonight at 7 p.m. at First Lutheran Church in Kennewick.
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Environment
Citizen scientists with the Friends of Blue Mountain Audubon Society are joining their bird-watching hobby with official research in Kennewick—helping track local wildlife trends and support conservation efforts.
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Government
The DOE is testing key chemicals at the Hanford Waste Treatment and Immobilization Plant to treat 5,300 gallons of tank waste daily—this cold commissioning sets the stage for processing nuclear waste later this year.
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Accidents
A man was fatally injured on May 23 when a front-end loader struck him near Morency Drive and Epic Street in Richland—medics tried to save him but he died at the scene, and an investigator from Yakima was sent as the investigation continues.
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Kennewick Events
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.
Quilt Club – Kennewick
Wednesday, June 25th, 2025 · 1-2 p.m. — Craft Warehouse — Free entry — Discover vibrant fabrics and creative inspiration while connecting with fellow quilting enthusiasts.