Daily editionTuesday, September 9th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 9th of September.
Community
Lucias the bait dog, once a stray rescued 10 years ago, was honored by the West Richland Police Department for catching 40 lost dogs.
The department said he is now 12 years old and will retire when he can no longer jump into an animal control truck (award noted).
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Education
The Hispanic Academic Achievers Program gave awards and scholarships to Hispanic students from 4th grade through high school in our area to help them succeed in school.
The nonprofit—now recognizing over 6000 students each year from the Tri-Cities and nearby areas after starting with 280 recipients 36 years ago—will offer scholarships for the 2025-26 school year later this fall.
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Health
Benton-Franklin Health District warns that algae mats along the Columbia River at Howard Amon Park in Richland have cyanotoxin levels 20 times higher than normal—posing serious health risks to pets and people.
Nine dogs have been poisoned since 2021, and residents are urged to monitor animals and seek immediate medical care for symptoms such as dizziness or tingling.
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Accidents
Five jet skiers stranded on the Columbia River were rescued by Benton County sheriff’s deputies and the Richland Fire Department on Sunday—two jet skis got stuck on a sandbar near Bateman Island and a drone helped locate the group.
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Benton County sheriff’s deputies and the Richland Fire Department rescued five stranded jet skiers from the Columbia River Sunday evening when two jet skis got stuck on a sandbar near Bateman Island—using a drone to locate and safely pull them from the water.
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Kennewick Events
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.
Tri-City Americans vs. Wenatchee Wild
Saturday, October 4th, 2025 · 6:05-7:35 p.m. — Toyota Center — Check for ticket prices — Experience the excitement of a WHL hockey matchup between local teams.
Sunday Funday Music Bingo
Sunday, October 5th, 2025 · 3-6 p.m. — Sports Page Bar & Grill — Free to play — Enjoy an all-ages Music Bingo event with sing-along hits and good vibes.