Monday, June 16th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 16th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Living Room Community Church hosted its 14th annual Father's Day car show on June 15, drawing locals to see over 60 unique cars—some from as early as 1928. Pastor Monte Ingersoll said families enjoyed free root beer and hot dogs as they came together to celebrate community and family values. NBC Tri-Cities
- ➤ Yesterday, Living Room Community Church in Kennewick held its 14th annual car show on Father's Day, drawing local residents to admire over 60 unique cars, with the oldest dating back to 1928+ offering free root beer and hot dogs. Pastor Monte Ingersoll said the event brought the community together to celebrate family and will lead to more gatherings in the future. FOX 41 Yakima
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Pasco City Council will consider a motion to allow two Royal Canadian Air Force F-18s to fly as low as 500 feet during the Tri-City Water Follies airshow scheduled for the last weekend in July—this proposal is on the agenda at their regular council meeting. FOX 41 Yakima
- ➤ Kennewick officials remind residents to use legal fireworks for 4th of July celebrations—illegal items like Roman candles and aerial spinners can lead to a $250 fine per violation and may result in a misdemeanor with repeated offenses. NBC Tri-Cities
- ➤ Kennewick City Council will adopt an amendment at its June 17 meeting to increase funding for a USGS study on harmful algae blooms in the Columbia River. The city will provide $25,000 to match $125,000 from USGS as recent blooms led to beach closures and water quality concerns. NBC Tri-Cities
- ➤ The Kennewick City Council will vote tomorrow on a contract to authorize the River of Fire fireworks display in Columbia Park—Wolverine West LLC will supply the pyrotechnic equipment and trained technicians for the July 4 show scheduled to begin at 10:05 p.m. with a total value of $133,430, reflecting a 22% cost increase from last year. FOX 41 Yakima
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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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Sunday Funday Music Bingo
3-6 p.m. — Sports Page Bar & Grill — Free to play — Enjoy a lively Music Bingo experience with family-friendly vibes and sing-along hits.
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