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Daily editionThursday, August 29th, 2024

Good morning, Kennewick.

The Daily Kennewick Team

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Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 29th of August.

Community

  1. The owner of Mis Raices Cafe in Kennewick, devastated by a fire on Sunday night, commits to rebuilding and reopening, emphasizing hard work and community support.

    Apple Valley News NowRead more

  2. Benton County Fire District #1 has acquired a new Type 5 wildland fire engine, enhancing its capability to respond to natural cover fires, with Deputy Chief Nicholls explaining how engine identifiers work.

    Apple Valley News NowRead more

Economy

  1. The Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce is hosting a free resource fair for small businesses in Kennewick on Sept. 11, offering various support services.

    NBC Tri-CitiesRead more

  2. Negotiations between Costco and the state for a new Tri-Cities location in Richland suggest a potential opening by September 2024, despite a setback.

    NewsTalk 870Read more

  3. Spirit Halloween opens three stores in the Tri-Cities, contributing to a record 1,525 locations in the U.S. and Canada, aiming to enhance the Halloween shopping experience with a 'Spirit Carnevil' theme.

    Tri-Cities Business NewsRead more

  4. Circle K offers a 40 cents per gallon gas discount on Thursday from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. before Labor Day.

    NonStop LocalRead more

Education

  1. Washington State's Superintendent Chris Reykdal encourages schools to develop uniform cell phone policies by the 2025-26 school year to improve students' focus, health, and reduce social media pressures.

    NonStop LocalRead more

Health

  1. Residents near the Lineage Logistics fire site are eligible for relocation expense reimbursement due to health impacts from smoke, with a survey seeking input to shape future health support.

    KEPR TVRead more