Daily editionSaturday, August 30th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
Culture
Today, the Hanford History Project and Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church are hosting Mapping East Pasco from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. to gather community help in documenting 1950s local sites from Jim Crow’s era—efforts that preserve key parts of our shared past.
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Education
PNNL is hosting a free 'AI for Good: Connecting Science, AI, and Community' event at the WSU Tri-Cities campus on September 19 from 5:00 to 8:00 p.m.—registration ends on September 11 for one of only 100 spots.
KONARead more
Health
Samples of West Nile virus have been found in the Columbia River near Kennewick and Richland—no human or animal cases have been reported, and local health officials urge residents to use repellent as temperatures rise.
The KEYRead more
Health officials advised consumers to check refrigerators for large brown cage-free eggs recalled by Country Eggs, LLC because of potential Salmonella contamination—shoppers should throw away or return cartons sold under the Nagatoshi Produce, Mishuo, and Nijiya Markets labels.
Three people in Washington have become ill as the FDA investigates the issue.
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Kennewick Events
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.
Old Dominion Concert
Thursday, September 25th, 2025 · 7:00 – 8:30 PM — Toyota Center — Pricing varies — Experience the dynamic sounds of Old Dominion as they continue their musical journey.
15th Annual Three Rivers Tattoo Convention
Saturday, September 27th, 2025 · 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. — Three Rivers Convention Center — Free for ages 5 and under — Experience live tattooing, contests, and entertainment with food and drinks available.
Sunday Funday Music Bingo
Sunday, September 28th, 2025 · 3-6 p.m. — Sports Page Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy an all-ages music bingo event filled with classic hits and good vibes to wrap up the weekend.