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Kennewick
Thursday, May 29th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Coyote Canyon Mammoth Site in Kennewick is inviting volunteers to aid in ongoing research and public education on a Columbian mammoth uncovered from an Ice Age flood 17,000 years ago. Volunteers may serve as a Dig House Manager, Store Manager, Volunteer Coordinator, Site Volunteer or Education Assistant—training is provided on site for adults and high school youths with an adult, and interested persons can contact Gary Kleinknecht at (509)438-9417. FOX 41 Yakima
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Cuba Libre is a food truck that offers authentic Cuban food at 7425 West Clearwater Avenue—owner Rafael Najarro Romero said his wife serves as the main chef while their four children help out; it opened in May and has quickly won support from local diners. NBC Tri-Cities
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Two convicted murderers who fatally stabbed Kennewick middle school coach and teacher Bob Mars in 2004 during a gang initiation are now petitioning Washington State for early prison release—one has a hearing set for July 16, a community concern hearing is scheduled for June 23, and the other has a hearing set for February next year. The KEY
- ➤ A Kennewick middle school was locked down Wednesday morning after police responded to a FaceTime call reporting that a man had allegedly threatened his wife with a gun — he was later arrested on charges of felony harassment, unlawful firearm possession and driving with a suspended license. NBC Tri-Cities
- ➤ Early this morning, a Kennewick officer tried to pull over a BMW for an equipment violation near W 1st Avenue and S Benton Street when the driver did not stop and the car jumped the canal—a distance of 40 to 60 feet—landing on the far side; police seized the vehicle as part of an ongoing investigation while the two people fled the scene. The KEY
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local musician Faith Martin will perform with duo partner Bobby Nelsen at Dalset Wines in Benton City on June 29th from 2-4 PM to support mental health awareness during Mental Health Awareness Month—she credits her long friendship with winemaker Evan and co-owner Krischen for inspiring the event's community focus. NewsTalk 870
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Cystic Fibrosis Foundation will host its annual three-mile walk on Saturday, May 31st at 10:00 a.m. at Howard Amon Park in Richland to raise funds for cystic fibrosis research — check-in starts at 9:00 a.m. — while encouraging participants to fundraise and invite friends and family. NBC Tri-Cities
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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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Quilt Club – Kennewick
1-2 p.m. — Craft Warehouse — Free entry — Discover vibrant fabrics and creative inspiration while connecting with fellow quilting enthusiasts.
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~ Soren Kierkegaard
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