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Wednesday, October 15th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 15th of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On Oct 14, the 4th annual Lovin' Me 911 body positivity fashion show brought community members together in a fundraiser that promoted body acceptance and raised charitable funds—organizers said the event showcased local talent and inspiring outfits. Apple Valley News Now
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Emergency responders are searching the Columbia River for a kayaker who went missing after calling 911 on October 14—teams found a capsized kayak near the confluence of the Snake and Columbia Rivers and still remain on scene. Apple Valley News Now
- ➤ With summer fading into fall and darker evenings arriving earlier, Kennewick authorities are urging pedestrians and drivers to be extra careful in low light conditions—Trooper Daniel Mosqueda advises joggers to wear reflectors and keep music low while urging drivers to avoid distractions. He noted that 25% of collisions in past investigations involved distracted driving and recommended that witnesses safely note vehicle details if an accident occurs. Apple Valley News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ An interactive map lets Tri-Cities residents view 43 decorated Halloween homes with more added daily. The map also shows Christmas lights (a bonus for holiday lovers) for those who enjoy festive displays. KONA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ This Thursday the sirens will sound near the Hanford Nuclear Reservation as part of scheduled testing by DOE, Energy Northwest, and local emergency services to verify the alert system's functionality and train workers on emergency procedures — the Emergency Alert System will activate at 10:16 a.m. and continue testing until noon. NewsTalk 870
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Kadlec Tri-Cities Cancer Center Nursing Academy received a $10K Local Heroes Grant from Gesa Community Foundation to help train 25 nurses in a 12-week oncology residency that combines hands-on learning with classroom instruction using national standards. KEPR TV
- ➤ Spot It Early, a health start-up, is testing beagles trained to sniff out breast, colorectal, prostate and lung cancers in clinical trials—each dog is paired with artificial intelligence to boost detection accuracy. The test will be available next year and will return results within days to guide follow-up care. FOX 41 Yakima
- ➤ Kadlec's Breast Cancer Program earned national accreditation from the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers, proving that patients get care from a group of different doctors using advanced 3D mammograms and screening MRI—helping them get top care close to home. Only about half of eligible women get yearly mammograms, showing that early detection can cut the risk of death by 60%. Apple Valley News Now
- ➤ A study presented on Oct. 12 showed that 79% of children fasted from clear liquids much longer than the recommended two hours before surgery—raising risks of dehydration, anxiety, and poor recovery. Researchers reviewed nearly 72,000 cases and found that while fasting times for older children dropped slightly from 11 to 9 hours over the years, infants continued to fast for about 6.5 hours. FOX 41 Yakima
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ A West Richland homeowner cut her asking price by $37,000 on her mother's home to help buyers cover eviction costs for family members still living there—she has spent over $70,000 in legal fees so far. The property faces pre-foreclosure and will go to auction in December—adding urgency to her search for a buyer. Apple Valley News Now
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Zach Williams Revival Nights Tour
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.
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Tri-City Americans vs. Prince George Cougars
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.
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Tri-City Americans vs. Victoria Royals
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.
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Final Quilt Club Gathering - Kennewick
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.
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Tri-City Americans Game
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Toyota Center — Check for ticket prices — Cheer on the local Tri-City Americans as they face off against the Vancouver Giants in an exciting hockey matchup.
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Everett Silvertips vs. Tri-City Americans
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Toyota Center — Check ticket prices — Cheer on the local Tri-City Americans as they face off against the Everett Silvertips in an exciting hockey match.
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