Daily editionMonday, August 18th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of August.
Education
Pasco School District is celebrating the opening of two new high schools made possible by the 2023 bond.
Today at 10:00 a.m., Sageview High School at 6091 Burns Rd. is hosting its ribbon-cutting event — Orion High School at 1901 E Salt Lake St. will hold its event on Tuesday at 10:00 a.m.
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Government
Researchers at PNNL are puncturing, cutting and crushing spent nuclear fuel rods to find ways to get more energy from them.
Their experiments, funded by DOE’s Accident Tolerant Fuel program, will help design new fuels and boost power plant performance by 2030 — a move that adds capacity without new building.
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Kennewick Events
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.
PBR: Kennewick Challenger Series
Friday, September 5th, 2025 · 12:00 – 8:29 PM — Toyota Center — Tickets required for attendees 3 years and older — Experience thrilling professional bull riding action in Kennewick.
Columbia Crossing Swim
Saturday, September 6th, 2025 · 4-6 p.m. — Columbia River — Registration required — Challenge yourself with a 1.5 mile open water swim across the scenic Columbia River.
Sunday Funday Music Bingo
Sunday, September 7th, 2025 · 3-6 p.m. — Sports Page Bar & Grill — Free to play — Wrap up your weekend with an all-ages Music Bingo event featuring sing-along hits.
WHL Preseason: Tri-City Americans vs. Spokane Chiefs
Friday, September 12th, 2025 · 3:30-7:30 p.m. — Toyota Center — Tickets available — Enjoy an exciting WHL preseason matchup between local teams.
Homebuyer 101 Workshop
Saturday, September 13th, 2025 · Time not specified — CMG Home Loans — Free entry — Navigate the homebuying process with expert guidance in this informative workshop.
WHL Preseason: Tri-City Americans vs. Wenatchee Wild
Sunday, September 14th, 2025 · 2:00 – 3:30 PM — Toyota Center — Ticket required for ages 3 and up — Watch the WHL teams battle it out in an exciting preseason matchup.