Daily editionTuesday, October 28th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 28th of October.
Community
An expansion of affordable housing is underway at 13th and Gum St as TW Clark Construction builds 58 two-story townhomes called Sunset Ridge Townhomes for low-income families.
The new units will have modern energy-efficient appliances and community features — including playgrounds, basketball courts, and a nearby bus stop — and they are scheduled to open late next October or November with a waitlist opening next summer.
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Alaska Air began daily non-stop flights from Pasco Airport to Burbank yesterday on an Embraer 175 plane that seats at least 76 passengers + offers a First Premium option.
The new service meets the demand of Tri-City travelers seeking a direct route to the Hollywood-LA area.
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Business
Alaska Airlines began a daily nonstop flight from Pasco to Hollywood Burbank Airport on Oct. 26, offering a new travel option after Avelo Airlines ended service.
Breeze Airlines will add flights in March + expanding travel choices for both work and leisure.
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Government
Efforts to build Washington's first small modular reactor in Richland are moving ahead today as Energy Northwest negotiates with Cascade Nuclear Partners—whose expertise in nuclear construction adds confidence in the project's success.
The project, announced last October, will include four reactors in its first phase with construction set to begin by the end of this decade and operations expected in the 2030s.
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The Columbia-Snake River Irrigators Association opposes the state drought insurance program proposal because they lacked early input and key operational details remain unclear+ recent productive meetings with Ecology officials suggest the state may withdraw the proposal and discuss a revised approach with the Legislature for 2026 funding. This development could lead to further changes in how water shortages are managed for local farmers.
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Health
Kadlec launched a new outpatient clinic called Kadlec Clinic Bridge Care on October 27 to help adults discharged from its hospitals who do not have a regular doctor.
Located in the Corrado Building on Kadlec's main campus, it offers in-person and virtual appointments — operating Monday through Thursday from 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Friday until noon.
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Researchers reported on Monday, Oct. 27 that exposure to tetrachloroethylene—found in dry cleaning and consumer products—tripled the risk of serious liver scarring.
The study tracked over 1,600 adults and found that higher levels of PCE raised the odds of liver fibrosis even in people with no usual risk factors.
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Sports
Ski resorts in eastern Washington plan to begin the season in November with 49 Degrees North and Mission Ridge targeting November 22nd and Mt. Spokane aiming for November 28th.
Locally, Ski Bluewood is set to open on November 29th and White Pass by November 21st—though all dates remain tentative based on weather and snow conditions.
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Kennewick Events
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.
Tri-City Americans Game
Friday, November 7th, 2025 · 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.
Everett Silvertips vs. Tri-City Americans
Friday, November 14th, 2025 · 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.
44th Annual Tri-Cities Wine Festival
Saturday, November 15th, 2025 · 7:00-8:30 p.m. — Three Rivers Convention Center — Cost varies — Discover Northwest wines and enjoy local microbrews with tastings and live entertainment.
Peggie Sue Painting Night
Tuesday, November 18th, 2025 · 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Rocco's Pizza — Supplies included — Enjoy a fun night painting while enjoying delicious pizza and beverages.
El Flaco and Banda La Adictiva Concert
Wednesday, November 26th, 2025 · 8:00-9:30 p.m. — Toyota Center — Ticket info available — Experience the vibrant sounds of regional Mexican music in Kennewick.