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02/11/2026
PASCO, Wash. – Allegiant Airlines will begin its new nonstop service between Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) and John Wayne Airport (SNA) in Santa Ana, California today, February 12.
02/11/2026
WASHINGTON STATE— The Washington State Department of Health is awarding Perinatal Mental Health Access and Capacity Building grants to community organizations across the state, including the Benton-Franklin Health District (BFHD).
02/11/2026
WASHINGTON — Election results are still being counted in Benton and Franklin counties, where several school district levies have been on the ballot.
02/11/2026
RICHLAND, Wash. – The Richland School District has recognized five educators for achieving National Board Certification, a prestigious honor in the education profession.
02/10/2026
TRI-CITIES, Wash. – Early results from the special elections in the Tri-Cities area are showing support for local levies.
02/10/2026
KENNEWICK, Wash. - The Kennewick Fire Department responded to a fire Tuesday morning at a storage unit facility on North Edison Street.
02/09/2026
KENNEWICK, Wash. – Voters in the Kennewick School District (KSD) will decide the fate of two replacement levies on the February 10 ballot to support student needs and safety enhancements.
02/09/2026
PASCO, Wash. – A new sales tax proposal could soon impact Pasco shoppers. City officials are considering a 0.1% sales tax to fund improvements to city streets.
02/09/2026
RICHLAND, Wash. – The Richland School District's four-year Educational Programs & Operations and Capital Projects Technology Levies are up for a vote on Feb. 10 with significant implications for the district's funding.
02/09/2026
PASCO, Wash. – A suspect was taken into custody after report of a weapons offense involving a knife at the Starlite Motel in Pasco.
02/09/2026
PASCO, Wash. – Residents of Pasco will soon cast their votes on a significant school levy appearing on the February 9 ballot. Pasco School District leaders emphasize that this is a replacement levy, not a new tax, crucial for funding…
02/09/2026
OLYMPIA – Sen. Nikki Torres (R-Pasco) is paying tribute to the Seattle Seahawks historic Super Bowl season with Senate Resolution 8683.
02/09/2026
KENNEWICK, Wash. – More than 170 FFA members from 13 chapters will gather at River View High School CTE Center in Finley on Friday, Feb. 27, to participate in the 2026 Lower Columbia Basin FFA Jamboree. This event celebrates National…
02/09/2026
TRI-CITIES, Wash. - Visit Tri-Cities is seeking passionate local residents to compete in the upcoming Ironman Triathlon. The IM Tri Program aims to select two residents and provide them with the necessary tools to participate in this year's Ironman competition.
02/09/2026
TRI-CITIES, Wash. – A significant renovation at Tri-Tech Skills Center is underway, focusing on expanding educational opportunities for students. The $45.5 million project covers 66,000 square feet of the center's core facility.
02/08/2026
KENNEWICK, Wash. — The Kennewick City Council is set to hold a special meeting on February 10 at the Toyota Center.
02/07/2026
RICHLAND, Wash. – Members of the Richland Police Department, including Chief Marty Pilcher, took part in the 2026 Polar Plunge to support the Special Olympics.
02/07/2026
UPDATE: Feb. 7, 2026 10:20 a.m.
02/06/2026
KENNEWICK, Wash. — Tri-Tech Skills Center is undergoing a significant renovation aimed at enhancing educational opportunities for students. The $45.5 million project covers 66,000 square feet of the center's core facility.
02/06/2026
PASCO, Wash. – The Pasco City Council and the Pasco Public Facilities District have agreed on an interlocal agreement, allowing the city to manage and operate the new aquatics facility in the Broadmoor area.
02/06/2026
The Harlem Globetrotters are celebrating their 100-year anniversary with a world tour. February 4, the Globetrotters stop at the Toyota Center gave Tri-Cities fans a front-row seat to a century of basketball history, entertainment and heart.
02/06/2026
TRI-CITIES, Wash.- At Fuerza Elementary, supporting student attendance starts with connection. Jasmin Farias, a Student Support Coordinator with Communities In Schools of Benton-Franklin, works closely with students and families to make sure attendance resources feel accessible, supportive, and encouraging.
02/06/2026
WALLA WALLA, Wash. -- The city so nice they named it twice is celebrating their yearly Restaurant Month: an especially great time to check out their local eateries, produce, cuts, and more.
02/05/2026
RICHLAND, Wash. – The city is set to receive $500,000 from the State Public Works Board for significant upgrades at its wastewater treatment plant.
02/05/2026
OLYMPIA, Wash. - The Washington State Patrol honored Trooper Charles Frank Noble Jr., who was killed in the line of duty on February 5, 1972.
02/05/2026
PASCO, Wash. – Jennifer Gil Zavaleta, a senior at Chiawana High School, has been named the 2026 Washington State Youth Art Month High School Level Winner. Her artwork, which highlights Washington's culture and landscapes, earned her this prestigious recognition by…
02/05/2026
RICHLAND, Wash. — A local high school student is gaining national attention for his innovative work in health technology. Akshath Motkuri, has invented a non-invasive test for diabetes and bone disorders, winning the Congressional App Challenge in Washington’s Fourth Congressional…
02/05/2026
RICHLAND, Wash. – Richland Fire & Emergency Services is making strides in emergency care with the launch of a pre-hospital blood transfusion program. This groundbreaking initiative aims to deliver blood products to critically ill patients before they reach the hospital.
02/05/2026
KENNEWICK, Wash. - Kennewick police are seeking the public's assistance in locating a man wanted on charges of felony harassment, threats to kill, felony order violation and second-degree assault related to an incident on Wednesday night.