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The Salvation Army launched a $2.1 million capital campaign to build a new community center in Pasco after food pantry clients rose by 86% — it has raised $1.8 million so far and needs $300,000 more to fund renovations and support a February opening.

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Next Saturday, September 27, the Benton Franklin Recovery Coalition will host the 5K Run for Recovery Fun Run/Walk at Wade Park in Pasco—an event that starts at 9 a.m. and welcomes participants of all fitness levels to support addiction treatment and recovery services.

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Pasco will celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 through October 15, 2025—honoring the cultural contributions of Hispanic Americans.

Councilmembers Leo Perales and Blanche Barajas read the proclamation and urged residents to take part in the celebrations.

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Gas, home, electricity, and grocery prices have risen across the state over the past year.

Kennewick residents have seen higher property tax assessments as one local home’s value jumped by over 10%—a change linked to rising real estate values and a new 6-cent gas tax hike in July.

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A WalletHub report ranked Washington as the third best state for teacher support in 2025 — it highlighted strong digital learning plans and improvements in teacher salaries while noting that school funding and classroom resources still need more investment.

The report provides important context for educators in the state as they face rising classroom demands.

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PNNL is asking staff in its National Security Directorate working on radiation and nuclear projects to volunteer for layoffs beginning October 1—part of cost-cutting efforts.

Lab leaders seek 20 volunteers from 230 targeted employees and warn that additional involuntary layoffs may occur if fewer staff volunteer.

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Pasco Airport will conduct its FAA-mandated emergency drill on Wednesday the 17th, where 70 Tri-Tech students will act as simulated crash victims in a plane crash caused by a drone collision—coordinating efforts with multiple emergency agencies.

The event will not disrupt airport services or local traffic, according to officials.

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A new study finds that specially formulated eye drops used twice or three times daily improve near vision in older patients—many could read extra lines on a vision test with benefits lasting up to two years and only mild side effects.

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Benton Franklin Recovery Coalition is hosting a 5K run for recovery at Wade Park next Saturday, September 27 at 9:00 a.m.—the event will raise awareness and support for substance use treatment as local leaders update on progress at the Columbia Valley Center for Recovery under construction.

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The Tri-Cities will host the second annual Ironman event this weekend, where over 2,500 athletes will compete in a 1.2-mile swim, a 56-mile bike ride and a 13.1-mile run.

Event organizers expect the race to generate over $7 million in revenue—benefiting local businesses across the region.

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