Daily editionSaturday, June 28th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of June.
Community
City of Kennewick announced that the Columbia Dog Park opening is delayed due to irrigation problems that keep the grass from meeting city standards—officials say the park will need extra time and a new opening date, tentatively in fall, will be set once repairs are complete.
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Second Harvest held a food donation event Thursday at Life Church 7 in Richland, where nearly 300 families received meals like frozen turkey, beef, and bread from local sponsors and volunteers working from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.—the organization will host another mobile market on July 1.
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Environment
Today, a wildfire burning a dried crop southeast of Kennewick has covered about 30-40 acres in the Mills Rd. and Kirk Rd. area and is moving north with the wind—local officials say no structures are threatened.
The Benton County Sheriff's Office has blocked Nine Canyon Mills at Mills Rd. and advised residents to avoid the area.
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Health
A review of 17 studies found that long fasting before surgery may not lower the rare risk of inhaling vomit — the analysis of nearly 1,800 patients shows that extended fasting might be unnecessary.
Researchers recommend future clinical trials to test shorter fasting times, and patients should continue to follow their doctor's advice until updated guidelines are issued.
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Sports
Defenseman Jackson Smith was picked 14th overall by the Columbus Blue Jackets yesterday in the NHL Draft.
He will attend development camp before starting NCAA hockey at Penn State, and Tri-City fans remember his impressive season with 54 points in 68 games.
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Kennewick Events
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.
Art in the Park Festival
Friday, July 25th, 2025 · 8 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Howard Amon Park — Free entry — Experience a vibrant showcase of over 300 artists with music, food trucks, and interactive art.
Sunday Funday Music Bingo
Sunday, July 27th, 2025 · 3-6 p.m. — Sports Page Bar & Grill — Free to play — Enjoy a family-friendly music bingo experience filled with sing-along hits and good vibes.