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Kennewick
Thursday, June 19th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 19th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Kennewick is hosting the Discover the Charms campaign this summer—locals and visitors can collect unique tokens by visiting 20 businesses and purchasing a $15 starter kit that includes a charm bracelet, an official charm map and passport, and the first charm. Completed maps submitted to 30 N Benton St by September 2 may win prizes. NBC Tri-Cities
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On June 17th, Kennewick police responded to two incidents when 20-year-old Adam Hand stabbed a woman near Bob Olson Parkway then deliberately drove into a pickup truck—leaving the truck driver with minor injuries and the victim treated for stab wounds—and he now faces multiple felony charges. NewsTalk 870
- ➤ Kennewick police are searching for a 20-year-old man—wanted for stabbing a woman several times before hitting a car—after they responded to a two-vehicle crash on Bob Olsen Parkway around 11:30 p.m., and both the driver and victim remain in stable condition. NBC Tri-Cities
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A new study from ERJ Open Research shows that women who work night shifts face a 50% higher risk of moderate to severe asthma, with postmenopausal women not on hormone replacement therapy having an 89% increased risk plus researchers suggest that shift work may disrupt the body clock and hormone levels. More research is needed to determine the exact link and to find ways to reduce the risk for night-shift workers. FOX 41 Yakima
- ➤ A new study found that 49% of stroke survivors fully recovered from mood disorders and 71% saw significant improvement in anxiety and depression after talk therapy—patients who began treatment within six months of their stroke reported the best outcomes. FOX 41 Yakima
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Club 509's third annual state pickleball tournament is set to begin tomorrow at Lawrence Scott Park in Kennewick with 400 players expected, including top-level competitors from several states. The event features both men's and women's tournaments where the winner will receive a $15,000 cash prize — local businesses also expect a boost from an estimated $200,000 in economic impact. KEPR TV
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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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