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Kennewick
Monday, June 2nd, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 2nd of June.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On June 1, two crashes on US 395 north of Connell resulted in one death and five injuries — a car hit a slowing truck and a six-vehicle pileup caused by speeding led to Andrew Thomas, 29 from Spokane, dying at the scene while others were taken to the hospital. FOX 41 Yakima
- ➤ Ayers Fire near Meals Road is 80 percent contained after burning 450 acres — no structures were damaged and a vehicle overturned in steep terrain with its driver uninjured, officials said. FOX 41 Yakima
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ David Kurt Schneider of Kennewick was sentenced to 12 months in prison and must pay tens of thousands in restitution for stealing nearly $300,000 in Covid-19 relief funds for small businesses—another co-defendant from Pasco will be sentenced on July 30. Tri-Cities Business News
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Wildland firefighters monitored the Les Blair Road Fire that burned about 510 acres in southeastern Benton County on Saturday—by 6 p.m. the blaze was 10% contained and crews repaired damage to two power poles while a nearby shed sustained minor damage. Apple Valley News Now
- ➤ Fire officials reported the Ayers Fire burned 450 acres in southeastern Benton County and is 60% contained after firefighters responded at 7:30 p.m. near South Meals and South Ayers Roads in the Hover Park area where no structures were damaged though a power pole was affected and an off-road vehicle overturned with no injuries. Firefighters will continue to check for hotspots through Sunday — dry, windy conditions persist. Apple Valley News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Bonneville Power Administration has released a draft environmental assessment for a plan that will install a substation rated at 500 kilovolts at Weber Canyon and build a new transmission line of 115 kilovolts that will stretch 18 miles to support power needs in the Tri-Cities. A public meeting to discuss the project will be held on June 4 from 6—8 p.m. at Cottonwood Elementary School in Kennewick. Tri-Cities Business News
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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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Sunday Funday Music Bingo at Sports Page
3-6 p.m. — Sports Page Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy a lively all-ages Music Bingo session with sing-along hits and good vibes.
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Drums Along the Columbia: DCI Showcase
7-10 p.m. — Neil F. Lampson Stadium — All ages welcome — Experience an electrifying night of drum corps excellence featuring top performances and local talent.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
I am not afraid of storms, for I am learning how to sail my ship.
~ Louisa May Alcott
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