Daily editionFriday, July 25th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 25th of July.
Environment
Pollinator corridors offer a practical solution as local programs help residents turn yards, balconies and green spaces into connected habitats for bees and butterflies—over 22% of native pollinators face serious threats to survival.
Gardeners and experts say these efforts reduce habitat fragmentation and support the ecosystem needed for food production and wildlife health.
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Government
On July 22, the Kennewick City Council reviewed proposals to change waste management services to lower residential rates.
Waste Management representatives proposed reducing free dump coupons from six to two+ which could save residents about 41 cents per month, replacing 18-gallon bins with a 96-gallon recycling cart, and ending the fall leaf program+ while debating continued waste services for key venues.
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Scientists from Pacific Northwest National Laboratory and other labs are showcasing their creative work in the DOE Office of Science Basic Energy Science 2025 Art of Science Image Contest, where the public may view and vote for up to three favorites until Aug. 5.
The winning artwork from IDREAM (The Stars Align: Revealing the Earliest Radiation-Driven Reactions in Complex Ion Networks) will be honored when winners are announced on Aug. 6.
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Accidents
Firefighters contained a brush fire on Interstate 82 near milepost 127 just north of the Columbia River on July 24 — one lane remains closed for final mop-up work.
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Kennewick Events
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.
Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo 2025
Tuesday, August 19th, 2025 · 8 a.m. — Benton County Fairgrounds — Entry fee required — Celebrate community spirit with agricultural exhibits and entertainment at the annual fair.
Daughtry Concert
Wednesday, August 20th, 2025 · 7:45-9:15 p.m. — Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo — Cost info not provided — Experience live rock music from one of the best-selling bands of the 21st century.
Banda Carnaval Live Performance
Saturday, August 23rd, 2025 · 7:45-9:15 p.m. — Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo — Starting at $88 — Experience an unforgettable evening with Banda Carnaval at the fairgrounds.