Daily editionFriday, September 19th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Friday, the 19th of September.
Community
The Friends of Mid-Columbia Libraries will host a used book sale at Kennewick Library from September 24 to 28 at 1620 South Union Street—members will have a presale on September 23 from 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Proceeds will benefit local library programs.
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The Mid-Columbia Duck Race — now in its 37th year — will splash into the Columbia River this Saturday, and thousands of rubber ducks and spectators will join this unique fundraising event in Kennewick.
Apple Valley News NowRead more
Sausage Fest 2025 is held at Christ the King Catholic Church at 1111 Stevens Drive with events running today from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. and tomorrow from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.—the festival includes new food choices like falafel, added accessible parking, and a second sausage booth while also continuing long-standing traditions such as the chicken dance talent show and volunteer-built booths.
FOX 41 YakimaRead more
Business
Toyota and Hyundai announced recalls affecting over 1.1 million vehicles with Toyota recalling over 591,000 cars due to potential instrument panel display failures and Hyundai recalling over 568,000 Palisade SUVs for seat belt buckle issues, and most dealers will fix the vehicles free of charge.
FOX 41 YakimaRead more
Darigold will close its Chehalis plant at 67 SW Chehalis Ave. in early December while opening a new 500,000-square-foot facility in Pasco — the move will end nearly 50 years of operations and result in 54 job losses as the company helps workers transition.
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Economy
Tri-Cities businesses are preparing for the Ironman triathlon on Sunday, September 20th, with Perch Cantina hosting live music from 4 p.m. to 7 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
Hotels near the event have extended breakfast and dinner hours to welcome visitors — a sign of community excitement — and organizers say the event is expected to boost the local economy.
KEPR TVRead more
Education
First year teachers in Benton and Franklin Counties who teach first to third grade can receive 75 free books valued at $250 from the Children's Reading Foundation of the Mid-Columbia to help build their classroom libraries.
More than 25 teachers have applied—applications close on September 30th—while the organization seeks additional donations to support the program.
KEPR TVRead more
Environment
The Department of Energy approved the Direct-Feed Low-Activity Waste program at the Hanford Vitrification Plant to turn stored nuclear waste into glass starting October 15.
Local leaders are urging swift action to avoid environmental risks from outdated tanks storing 56 million gallons of waste — a move that protects about 3,000 local jobs.
NBC Tri-CitiesRead more
Government
The Benton-Franklin Council of Governments is asking Tri-Cities residents for ideas to improve traffic and bike safety as part of its Regional Transportation Plan: 2050 Community Survey; the online survey will accept responses until Dec. 30.
Tri-Cities Business NewsRead more
Sports
Benton County athletes are preparing for the 70.3-mile IRONMAN race set for Sunday and remain cautious about toxic algae in the Columbia River—recent tests by the Benton-Franklin Health District show toxin levels below dangerous thresholds as participants plan to steer clear of algae mats during their 20 to 40-minute swim.
FOX 41 YakimaRead more
Accidents
At 2:55 p.m. today, fire crews in and around Kennewick are responding to a slow-moving wildfire called the Christensen Fire—about half an acre in size—located off I-82 and East Christensen Road.
Apple Valley News NowRead more
Kennewick Events
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.
Sunday Funday Music Bingo
Sunday, October 12th, 2025 · 3-6 p.m. — Sports Page Bar & Grill — Free entry — Enjoy an all-ages Music Bingo event filled with sing-along hits and good vibes.
Zach Williams Revival Nights Tour
Friday, October 17th, 2025 · 7:00-8:30 p.m. — Toyota Center — All ages require a ticket — Experience an uplifting evening of music with Zach Williams at the Toyota Center.
Tri-City Americans vs. Prince George Cougars
Saturday, October 18th, 2025 · 6:05-7:35 p.m. — Toyota Center — Check ticket prices — Watch the Tri-City Americans take on the Prince George Cougars in an exciting hockey matchup.