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Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 3rd of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ During the five-day Benton-Franklin Fair and Rodeo, Ben Franklin Transit’s free shuttle carried 30,687 riders, breaking the record of 28,422 set in 2019. Nearly 8,000 riders took the bus on Friday alone—many headed to the Smashmouth concert—while fair officials noted an overall boost in fair entries and youth livestock programs. Tri-Cities Business News
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ On September 1, Benton County firefighters responded to an attic fire on east 19th Avenue in Kennewick that forced a family to evacuate their home and helped recover school supplies—backpacks, laptops, and cell phones—for the children, with damage contained to one room and no injuries reported. Apple Valley News Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Washington's state legislature passed a law that will add retail sales taxes on services like advertising and live presentations starting Oct. 1. The change will likely raise costs for consumers and leave local businesses uncertain as the state prepares guidance—officials aim to clarify the tax collection process. KONA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Hanford High School’s broadcasting teacher Cheyenne LaViolette received national honors—including the Journalism Education Association’s Special Recognition nod for 2025 and the 2024 All-American High School Film Festival Teacher Award—for her dedication to inspiring future broadcasters and journalists. NBC Tri-Cities
- ➤ Hanford High School broadcasting advisor Cheyenne LaViolette earned national awards by receiving the Journalism Education Association’s Special Recognition nod for 2025—she also received the All-American High School Film Festival Teacher of the Year Award in 2024 for her work with students. FOX 41 Yakima
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Researchers announced yesterday that an over-the-counter nasal spray, long used for allergies, showed promise in preventing COVID and other illnesses — experts emphasized it should not replace vaccinations. FOX 41 Yakima
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Ironkids Fun Run will be held Saturday, September 20 at Columbia Point Marina Park in Richland where children ages 1 to 17 can choose a toddler trot, a half mile run or a one mile run and receive a bib, shirt and medal with registration costing $28 until race morning. The event comes ahead of Ironman 70.3 on Sunday, September 21—and promises a busy weekend in Tri-Cities. NewsTalk 870
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PBR: Kennewick Challenger Series
12:00 – 8:29 PM — Toyota Center — Tickets required for attendees 3 years and older — Experience thrilling professional bull riding action in Kennewick.
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Columbia Crossing Swim
4-6 p.m. — Columbia River — Registration required — Challenge yourself with a 1.5 mile open water swim across the scenic Columbia River.
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Sunday Funday Music Bingo
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.
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WHL Preseason: Tri-City Americans vs. Spokane Chiefs
3:30-7:30 p.m. — Toyota Center — Ticket required for ages 3 and up — Catch the excitement of WHL hockey as the Tri-City Americans face off against the Spokane Chiefs.
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Homebuyer 101 Workshop
Time not specified — CMG Home Loans — Free entry — Navigate the homebuying process with expert guidance in this informative workshop.
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WHL Preseason: Tri-City Americans vs. Wenatchee Wild
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.
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Old Dominion Concert
7:00 – 8:30 PM — Toyota Center — Pricing varies — Experience the dynamic sounds of Old Dominion as they continue their musical journey.
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15th Annual Three Rivers Tattoo Convention
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.
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Sunday Funday Music Bingo
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.
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