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Kennewick
Thursday, October 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 23rd of October.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Lutheran Community Services is expanding into a $3 million building at the old amazon facility in Kennewick + boosting youth mental health with 38,000 sq ft of new space for break rooms, staff meetings, and family events. The upgraded facility is set to open in August with a planned grand opening for the community. KEPR TV
- ➤ The Rotary Club named Chrystal Curiel the winner of the 37th annual Mid-Columbia Duck Race after her duck finished first on Sept. 20, earning her a 2025 Toyota Corolla Cross valued at $27,503. Club members will hand over the keys at Toyota of Tri-Cities in Kennewick on Oct. 24 — an event that supports nonprofits, human services, and education. Tri-Cities Business News
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Travis Clifton, an assistant basketball coach at Hanford High School, resigned after a February fight at a game with Pasco High School—he said his family suffered from stress while his lawyer said he only tried to calm the situation. Apple Valley News Now
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Banner Corp. said its Walla Walla-based bank made $53.5 million in net income in Q3, an $8 million boost from earlier quarters — by Sept. 30, it held $16.56 billion in assets and $14.02 billion in deposits from 135 branches, including four in our Tri-Cities. Tri-Cities Business News
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Voters in the Kiona-Benton School District will decide on November 4 whether to renew a replacement levy that supports arts, music and athletics programs—this levy maintains a rate of $1.50 per $1,000 of property value for two more years. The district already cut $1.5 million from this year's budget and officials warn that if the levy fails, another $1.5 million will be cut from next year's budget—reducing opportunities for students. Apple Valley News Now
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Kennewick Irrigation District has appealed a water curtailment order from the Department of Ecology, calling the restriction overly broad and harmful to water delivery for 26,000 accounts. The order, issued on October 1 to protect fish and senior water rights amid drought, prompted the district to challenge the timing of customer notifications—raising concerns over its long-term water supply. NBC Tri-Cities
- ➤ The Washington State Department of Social and Health Services said that if federal funding is not restored soon, SNAP food benefits will stop after October 31—while cash benefits for November will continue as planned. The agency also warned that temporary layoffs may lead to longer wait times for assistance starting November 4. FOX 41 Yakima
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ About 300,000 residents buying health insurance on the state’s online marketplace will face a 21% premium increase next year if Congress does not extend federal tax credits. Open enrollment runs Nov 1 through Jan 15 and enrollees must sign up by Dec 15 for coverage starting Jan 1 — officials warn that technical updates could take weeks if subsidies are extended. Tri-Cities Business News
- ➤ A new international study tracked 150 adults with treatment-resistant focal epilepsy and found nearly 70% experienced fewer seizures over time — challenging the belief that patients who fail several medications have little chance for improvement. The research suggests that continuing treatment with newer anti-seizure drugs may offer hope for reduction in seizures. FOX 41 Yakima
- ➤ A new survey of 100 child neurologists shows that motor problems in autistic children are often overlooked with only 36% correctly identifying these deficits despite up to 87% of affected children experiencing movement issues—researchers call for better training and practical screening tools. FOX 41 Yakima
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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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Free Home Buyer Education Class
10 AM – 3 PM — ERA Skyview Realty — Free entry — Learn the ins and outs of buying a home with expert instructors Mark Manthei and Arielle Hays while enjoying provided snacks and lunch.
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Peggie Sue Painting Night
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Rocco's Pizza — Supplies included — Enjoy a fun night painting while enjoying delicious pizza and beverages.
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