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Thursday, September 25th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 25th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Women Helping Women Fund Tri-Cities will mark 25 years of support for local women and children with a luncheon on October 9 at the HAPO Center in Pasco. The event—featuring keynote speaker Tanya Brown who will share her family’s story and ideas about spotting abuse patterns—will raise funds and connect community members with vital support programs. NBC Tri-Cities
- ➤ State agency EFSEC set back the Horse Heaven Hills energy project after community groups and local tribes raised concerns over endangered hawk nests, property values, and fire safety—details on turbine numbers and placement are still uncertain as a future council vote is expected. KONA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Dr. Mark Mulholland, a Richland OBGYN accused of assaulting over 100 patients, was suspended from treating women by the Washington Medical Commission while investigations continue—lawyers said over 18 lawsuits and 10 formal complaints have been filed against him and Kadlec Regional Medical Center. NBC Tri-Cities
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Tri-Cities Prep will open its new St. Michael Plaza on Monday morning at 8:30 a.m.—a quiet space with a statue of St. Michael for prayer and calm. The project, funded by an anonymous donor, comes after the school added six new classrooms for extra growth. Apple Valley News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Drivers in Kennewick were warned not to use private driveways and parking lots to avoid intersections after the City Council approved a rule on September 16 that fined violators $250 starting September 24. City officials said police will conduct emphasis patrols and public works installed signs on Steptoe Street — steps meant to improve road safety. Apple Valley News Now
- ➤ After collecting additional soil samples at Vista Field following PFAS concerns, the Port of Kennewick reported on September 23rd that all but one sample were below state cleanup levels. The Port expects a full report from Landau Associates — scheduled for submission to DOE in the fall — to guide next steps for transforming the old airport into a regional town center. KONA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Health First Urgent Care will pay over $2.8 million for splitting test panels to claim extra Medicare and Medicaid funds—US Attorney Pete Serrano said audits uncovered the fraudulent billing method. KONA
- ➤ A new study published in PNAS Nexus finds that air pollution may harm children's eyesight—children exposed to lower levels of NO2 and PM2.5 showed better natural vision, and researchers recommend measures such as installing air purifiers in classrooms to protect developing eyes. The study suggests that early action can slow the progression of myopia in young children. FOX 41 Yakima
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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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Sunday Funday Music Bingo
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.
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