Daily editionThursday, November 6th, 2025
Good morning, Kennewick.
The Daily Kennewick Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 6th of November.
Education
Columbia Basin College students hosted The Last Ride event during the fall festival yesterday to raise awareness about distracted and impaired driving—featuring interactive booths, driving simulators by Target Zero and local first responders, and white crosses honoring lives lost.
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The Kiona-Benton School District's $4.9M replacement levy remains uncertain as ballot counts show 48.2% support from 833 votes—trailing by 59 votes and not yet meeting the majority threshold.
Superintendent Pete Peterson said later ballots might boost support, though if it fails, a new levy in April could complicate budget planning.
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Washington’s Guaranteed Education Tuition plan (GET) is open for enrollment to help families save for post-secondary education by locking in a discounted prepaid tuition rate with a state-backed guarantee.
The new unit price is $123.76, and families can open or add to their accounts online with no enrollment fee.
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Communities in Schools of Benton-Franklin is hosting Senior Family Night on Friday, November 14 to help graduating high school seniors in Kennewick and nearby districts with financial aid applications and college planning, including workshops for both students and their families in English and Spanish—dinner and giveaways will also be provided while supplies last.
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Environment
The Washington Department of Ecology announced that the first containers of low-activity nuclear waste were transported to the Integrated Disposal Facility at Hanford.
The containers will be permanently disposed of there following state guidelines.
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WSDA released statistics showing Japanese beetle numbers in the Tri-Cities jumped from 410 last year to 2,407 this year, threatening local crops.
Eradication coordinator Camilo Acosta said free chemical treatments will start soon and warned that the pests—capable of rapid reproduction—could lead to more expensive control efforts.
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The Washington Department of Ecology announced that the first containers of low activity nuclear waste were transported yesterday to the Integrated Disposal Facility at Hanford— a permitted landfill built for such waste.
Officials said the containers will soon become the first permanently disposed of at the site.
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Kennewick Events
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.
Tri-City Americans vs. Everett Silvertips
Friday, December 5th, 2025 · 7:05-8:35 p.m. — Toyota Center — Check for ticket prices — Catch the thrilling showdown between the Tri-City Americans and Everett Silvertips in an exciting hockey match.