Daily editionSaturday, July 18th, 2026
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 18th of July.
Government
Benton County Fire District 4 is accepting applications for its two-year Resident Intern Firefighter Program in West Richland; candidates with a diploma, EMT certification, and a clean record must apply by Sept. 15.
The program offers hands-on training with career firefighters, a monthly stipend, tuition reimbursement (plus free room and board).
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Lifestyle
Tri-Cities Animal Services announced that Igor, a two and a half year old American Staffordshire Terrier mix found on Cedar Avenue, is available for adoption today for $50.
He is microchipped, current on vaccines and treated for fleas, ticks and worms while weighing about 60 pounds.
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Sports
The Tri-City Water Follies and City of Kennewick will remove unattended chairs and tarps from Columbia Park (items taken before 6 p.m. on July 22 can be picked up the next day between 9 and 11 a.m.) to keep viewing areas open, and gates will open Friday at 8 a.m. with first-come, first-served seating to provide fair access for families.
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Kennewick Events
Queen's Gate Concert
Wednesday, July 22nd, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — Clover Island Inn — Free entry — Experience good vibes and great tunes at the Queens Gate concert series by the water.
Noah Johnston Jazz Orchestra Live
Friday, August 7th, 2026 · 7-9 p.m. — Kennewick High School Auditorium — Free entry — Experience an enchanting evening of live jazz music with the Noah Johnston Jazz Orchestra.