Daily editionSaturday, October 4th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of October.
Community
Potsticker, a calm three-year-old Hound mix at Tri-Cities Animal Services, has been waiting for a home since September 11, and he is neutered, vaccinated, and microchipped with a $50 adoption fee; adopters can visit him Tuesday through Saturday (10 a.m. to 5 p.m.).
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A local nonprofit, Sent to Serve, has operated mobile shower services for two years to help people experiencing homelessness by serving 50 to 100 people at each event.
It partners with local churches to offer showers, meals, haircuts and hygiene supplies and will hold its next event at First Lutheran Church in Kennewick from noon to 4 p.m.
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Tri-Cities Food Co-op in Richland is celebrating its one-year anniversary this month with events showcasing local produce and baked goods — the co-op, guided by hundreds of members, will expand its product selection and community engagement in its second year.
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Culture
An Evening in the Shire is a yearly event hosted by Art without Borders in a backyard (decorated as Hobbiton) that offers live music, actors in full costume, dinner, and games for all ages.
The sold-out family event provides options for royal and common folk tickets and will return next year.
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Education
WSU Tri-Cities saw an 8.1% rise in its enrollment as student numbers increased from 1489 to 1609, marking the largest freshman class and the first boost in graduate numbers in years—computer science and engineering programs led the growth while new majors in cybersecurity and social work were added.
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Government
The Port of Pasco is changing its election system from at-large to by-district to boost local representation and give community voices more influence—the first election under the new system will take place next year.
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Health
Kadlec Regional Medical Center raised its pink flag today to mark Breast Cancer Awareness Month and to stress the importance of genetic testing for BRCA mutations—women with these changes face a much higher risk than the 13% in the general population.
Survivor Jenna Boogerd shared her long path to diagnosis and doctors advise those with family histories to get genetic counseling.
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Sports
The Kennewick Lions beat Richland 21-7 on Thursday night, extending their win streak to seven games.
Quarterback Dominic Driver ran for two touchdowns, keeping the Lions undefeated at 5-0 while handing Richland its first loss at 4-1.
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Kennewick Events
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.
Tri-City Americans vs. Victoria Royals
Friday, October 24th, 2025 · 7:05-8:35 p.m. — Toyota Center — Check for ticket prices — Enjoy an exciting hockey match in Kennewick as the Tri-City Americans face off against the Victoria Royals.
Final Quilt Club Gathering - Kennewick
Wednesday, October 29th, 2025 · 1-2 p.m. — Craft Warehouse — Free entry — Celebrate the season with fabric, friends, and creative inspiration at the last Quilt Club of the year.