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Kennewick
Friday, June 6th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Mid-Columbia Children's Museum received a $1 million fund—allowing the group to design exhibits and a building for a new museum that has sparked community support through meetings with over 60 members and local officials. Organizers said they will begin work early next year once they secure a site. KEPR TV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An 18-year-old man was arrested in Kennewick on five counts of second-degree assault for his role in a large fight with gunfire at Claybell Park in Richland on April 10, 2025—over 20 people were involved and multiple shots were fired, though no one was injured. NBC Tri-Cities
- ➤ The Benton County Sheriff's Office warned locals that scammers are calling by impersonating law enforcement officers and claiming residents are in legal trouble to pressure them for personal details & money, and advised those targeted to hang up immediately & report the calls to non-emergency dispatch at 509-628-0333. NewsTalk 870
- ➤ Benton County Sheriff's Office warned locals today that scammers posing as law enforcement officers are calling to claim legal disputes — pressuring residents to share personal and payment information — and advised that real officers will never make such calls. KONA
- ➤ Kennewick Police are investigating a shooting on W 4th Ave near S Rainier St this afternoon; a clerk from City Mart helped the victim, who was taken to the hospital with non-life-threatening injuries, and a police K-9 and drone have not located the suspect, so residents are asked to check their cameras and call non-emergency dispatch (509) 628-0333 if they have any useful footage. NBC Tri-Cities
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The harvest season begins for several Columbia Basin farmers amid global tariff uncertainty as local agriculture leader James Alford noted that farm labor has stayed strong. He added that statewide policies on minimum wage and overtime likely will cause more challenges than tariffs for farmers. KEPR TV
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, dry northerly winds and clear skies keep the Columbia Basin calm while breezy gaps affect the Cascades—by Saturday, lowland temperatures will rise into the 90s and triple-digit highs are expected on Sunday and Monday with isolated mountain thunderstorms possible on Tuesday. Apple Valley News Now
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Tri-Cities Kadlec Cancer Center upgraded its linear accelerator machine, reducing radiation exposure, improving treatment times, and yielding more precise tumor measurements. The upgrade also includes a treatment couch (supporting up to 440 pounds) that will help treat cancer and conditions like osteo-arthritis. KEPR TV
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Mortgage rates dropped to 6.95% for the week ending June 5 — ending four weeks of increases — but experts warn the small drop does not ease the heavy monthly payments for many buyers. They say rates are expected to hover near 7% for now, though some forecast a drop to about 6.4% later this year for those who can wait. FOX 41 Yakima
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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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River of Fire Festival
2-10 p.m. — Columbia Park — Free entry — Celebrate the 4th of July with food, fun, and a dazzling fireworks display.
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Sunday Funday Music Bingo
3-6 p.m. — Sports Page Bar & Grill — Free entry — Gather for family-friendly music bingo with sing-along hits and good vibes every Sunday.
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