Daily editionFriday, June 5th, 2026
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 5th of June.
Community
Storytime Bookshop will reopen in downtown Kennewick in June in a former counseling building with separate genre sections after a fire forced its previous closure + community donations helped secure new inventory.
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Government
City officials are reviewing plans to replace, relocate or remodel City Hall and may use the Kennewick Museum site on West Keewaydin Drive+ local supporters have petitioned to preserve the 9,000 sqft museum from being reduced to a 500 sqft space, with officials set to revisit proposals on June 23.
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A community meeting on Pasco’s Sylvester Street Overpass project is set for Wednesday, June 10 at HAPO Center at 6:15 p.m. The project—currently 60% complete—aims to boost safety for pedestrians and cyclists while securing additional funding.
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Lifestyle
Dad's Restaurant, a family-run burger spot on South Elm Street in Toppenish since 1989, offers classic burgers in a nostalgic 1980s setting that draws in burger lovers from the Tri-Cities & nearby areas.
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Kennewick Events
Improve Comedy Show
Saturday, June 6th, 2026 · 7:30-9:30 p.m. — The Mystery Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of fast-paced, unscripted improv powered by your suggestions.
Coyote Kings Live Performance
Wednesday, June 10th, 2026 · 6-8 p.m. — Clover Island Inn — Free entry — Enjoy an energetic night of Hot Funky Blues Rock with the amazing Tiphony Dames!
Personal Branding and Content Creation Workshop
Thursday, June 18th, 2026 · 6-8 p.m. — Gesa Carousel of Dreams — Registration required — Enhance your visibility and confidence with practical branding strategies.
Dr. Rock and The Sturgeons Live Concert
Wednesday, June 24th, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — Clover Island Inn — Free entry — Enjoy high-energy music in a beautiful waterfront setting with good vibes and great tunes.
DCI: Drum Corps International
Monday, June 29th, 2026 · 3:30-8:30 a.m. — Neil F. Lampson Stadium — Tickets start at $96 — Experience an unforgettable morning of high-energy performances at DCI: Drum Corps International.