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Friday, August 16th, 2024

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Good morning, Kennewick. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of August.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Kennewick celebrates the completion of a major roadway project enhancing safety and capacity at the intersection of Deschutes Ave. and Columbia Center Blvd with a new roundabout and other improvements.  KEPR TV
  • The Kennewick Fire Department offers safety tips for indoor fire situations, advising to stay low, check doors for heat, and ways to signal for help.  NBC Tri-Cities

CRIME NEWS

  • The Kennewick Police Department was granted $31,000 by the Washington Auto Theft Prevention Authority to acquire drones aimed at enhancing efforts to prevent car thefts.  NBC Tri-Cities
  • In Washington, a 35-year-old man received a 20-year prison sentence for kidnapping a 13-year-old girl in 2021, with officials highlighting his mental health issues at the time of the crime.  Apple Valley News Now

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • NA Weekly Support Meetings

    Attend a weekly support meeting focused on helping individuals struggling with drug addiction in a confidential and supportive environment.

    Sun, 9/8/24

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  • Christian Nodal: Pa'l Cora Tour

    Experience the exciting sounds of rising mariachi superstar Christian Nodal as he brings his talent and passion to the stage in Kennewick.

    Wed, 9/11/24

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  • Tim Allen Stand-Up Comedy Show

    Experience the laughter of Tim Allen as he performs live stand-up at the Toyota Center in Kennewick.

    Fri, 9/13/24

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  • Bulb Planting and Christmas Tree Workshop

    Learn about the art of bulb planting and the significance of Christmas trees from WSU Master Gardener volunteers.

    Sat, 9/14/24

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  • WHL Preseason: Tri-City Americans Face Off Against Wenatchee Wild

    Experience the excitement of WHL preseason hockey as the Tri-City Americans take on the Wenatchee Wild at the Toyota Center.

    Sun, 9/15/24

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REAL ESTATE

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No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.

JOB BOARD

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No new job posts today. You can submit one here.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

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No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.

TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT

Life isn't about finding yourself. Life is about creating yourself.

~ George Bernard Shaw

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