Daily editionThursday, September 11th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 11th of September.
Community
A monument honoring Marine Cpl. Gerald Carmichael—the first Kennewick service member killed in the Vietnam War—will be rededicated after a community-led restoration effort.
The ceremony will be at 10 a.m. Sept 13 at the Fruitland School parking lot and will include remarks from Carmichael's sisters and Mayor Pro Tem Chuck Torelli along with several veteran groups.
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The Benton Franklin Humane Society in Kennewick urgently needs food and monetary donations because its shelter supplies are very low.
Residents can drop off unopened dog and cat food at 1736 East 7th Ave—staff say help is needed to keep the shelter running.
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Friends of Badger Mountain and Runners of the Sage hosted a free Kids Fun Run yesterday at 5:30 p.m.—the event was held at the base of Badger Mountain.
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Culture
A new Girl Scout cookie flavor called Exploremores will join favorites like Thin Mints in the 2025-2026 season.
A local writer also shared seven creative cookie ideas inspired by Washington State flavors—such as Rainier Delights and Seattle Espresso Bites—to capture local tastes.
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Government
Kennewick is hosting a 9/11 memorial event today at the Southridge Sports and Events Complex where ceremonies include the presentation of the colors, the national anthem, and a changing of the guard every half hour until the colors are retired at 10:45 a.m.—City officials and community partners organized the tribute to honor lives lost on 9/11, 2001, featuring a piece of steel from the World Trade Center.
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Benton County will hold a groundbreaking ceremony on September 16 at 1:00 p.m. at the Fairgrounds to mark the start of upgrades for McDaniel Arena's grandstands — the new structure will double seating from 3,000 to 6,000 and improve public facilities, while parking lot improvements costing $3 million have already been completed.
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After Pete Serrano resigned from the council to take a DOJ role, the Pasco City Council will interview four candidates — Joe Cotta, Patrick Jones, Abel Campos and Tanya Bowers — on Sept. 15 to fill the seat for the rest of the year.
Serrano, who filed to run for reelection, may return if the Senate blocks his confirmation.
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Health
A study tracked children’s movement and found that kids with inactive parents sat more while those with active parents moved more—mothers had a stronger influence than fathers.
The report noted that active routines in the family may shape efforts to boost overall fitness.
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Researchers reported yesterday that an experimental ultrasound helmet can stimulate deep brain regions without surgery by sending focused beams—tested on seven participants whose brain scans showed altered visual cortex activity for at least 40 minutes.
The breakthrough may lead to safer treatments for conditions such as Parkinson’s disease as the technology is further developed.
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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.
Trot for TROT
Saturday, October 11th, 2025 · 8:30 AM – 12:00 PM — TROT Therapeutic Riding of Tri-Cities — Entry fees vary — Participate in a 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run while enjoying family fun activities including raffles and a petting zoo.