Daily editionTuesday, June 24th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 24th of June.
Community
Second Harvest, a nonprofit that sources and distributes about 35 million pounds of food yearly to local banks and meal programs, said on June 23 it is partnering with Yoke's Fresh Market for the 'What's for Lunch' food drive in June to help families when school meals are not available—while also running a mobile market program to bring food directly to communities.
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Business
Five Below will soon open a discount store in Richland in the old Party City building next to the Grocery Outlet in the Queensgate area—shoppers are excited for another affordable option in the growing retail scene.
The store will offer items at five dollars or less and add to the buzzing Tri-Cities business market.
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Environment
Scientists from the Centre for Whale Research observed endangered southern resident killer whales in the Salish Sea using bull kelp for grooming on June 23.
The study, published in Current Biology, found that the whales fashioned tools from kelp and groomed mostly with close relatives (with fewer than 80 individuals in the group) and plan to examine the behavior further.
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Government
Washington state will enact nine new laws on July 1 that will raise the gas tax by 6¢ per gallon, increase tunnel tolls, and adjust estate, employment, and labor protections.
One law requires new or renovated buildings to include baby changing tables (a move designed to support parents) along with other expanded worker rights.
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Health
Health leaders at Benton-Franklin Health District are advising residents about potential toxins in the rivers and have started a water testing program today until early November — testing water from 12 locations twice a month — to help keep dogs safe.
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A review published on June 17 in Heart found that weed use doubled the risk of death from heart disease and raised stroke and heart attack risks — the study pooled data from 24 previous studies of nearly 200 million people, and researchers urged better warnings and education as daily cannabis use rises.
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Sports
On Monday, the Tri-City Americans named associate coach Jody Hull as the team’s 17th head coach—he replaces Stu Barnes and brings extensive NHL and junior league experience to the franchise.
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Kennewick Events
Quilt Club – Kennewick
Wednesday, June 25th, 2025 · 1-2 p.m. — Craft Warehouse — Free entry — Discover vibrant fabrics and creative inspiration while connecting with fellow quilting enthusiasts.
Sunday Funday Music Bingo at Sports Page
Sunday, June 29th, 2025 · 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.
Drums Along the Columbia: DCI Showcase
Monday, June 30th, 2025 · 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.
River of Fire Festival
Friday, July 4th, 2025 · 2-10 p.m. — Columbia Park — Free entry — Celebrate the 4th of July with food, fun, and a dazzling fireworks display.
Sunday Funday Music Bingo
Sunday, July 6th, 2025 · 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.
Sunday Funday Music Bingo
Sunday, July 13th, 2025 · 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.