Daily editionWednesday, August 20th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 20th of August.
Community
The Benton Franklin Fair opened today in Kennewick—bringing artist demonstrations and pig racing to families, while Old McDonald's Barn celebrates its 50th year with newborn animals on display.
The fair will continue through Saturday, Aug. 23, offering traditional rides and concerts for all ages.
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Columbia Center Mall in Kennewick invites the community to attend its Back to School Bash this Saturday—families and students are encouraged to join in the celebration of the new school year.
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Benton Franklin Humane Society is hosting its 8th annual Fast and Furriest Walk/Run on October 4th at 10 a.m. at Columbia Point Marina Park in Richland to raise funds for homeless animals—participants can choose a 5k run or 1 mile walk and take part in a costume contest with prizes.
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The 8th Annual Fast and Furriest Walk/Run will happen on Saturday, October 4 at 10 a.m. at Columbia Point Marina Park in Richland—pet owners can choose a 5k run or 1-mile walk and enter a costume contest to support homeless pets helped by the Benton Franklin Humane Society in Kennewick.
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Culture
Fire Captain Coby Bailey won The Great American Recipe Season 4 on PBS after impressing judges with his Cajun dishes and simple technique—he said the win honored his Louisiana roots and spurred plans for more cooking shows and seasoning sales.
His victory has also boosted support from local firefighters and community members who celebrated his achievement.
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Environment
Workers at the Hanford Site began using new LiDAR imaging technology to inspect the safe storage enclosures of six cocooned reactors—detailed 3D maps from the inspections will help guide land management and cleanup efforts.
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Rising wildfire risks and hotter temperatures have led local homeowners to adopt fire-safe landscaping practices that use fire-safe plants, stone walkways, and smart irrigation to slow fire spread.
Local experts say these measures meet new guidelines and could protect properties from severe damage.
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Workers at Hanford used new LiDAR imaging technology during routine 10-year inspections to look inside six cocooned reactors in safe storage enclosures, which may help with future cleanup and land management.
Hanford Mission Integration Solutions carried out the internal inspections last night (August 19th) to reveal details that were hidden before.
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Health
Testing in Benton, Yakima, and Kittitas Counties found soil spores that can cause Valley Fever—a lung infection with symptoms like cough and fever.
Health officials say that limited testing leaves the full area affected unknown, so high-risk residents should be cautious.
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Kennewick Events
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.