Annual fishing tournament benefits Washington children's hospitals
KENNEWICK, Wash. — Multiple teams across the Tri-Cities are gearing up to compete in the annual 3-man Walleye tournament Saturday morning. The event, hosted by the Columbia River…
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Tri-Cities homes selling quicker than last year, agents offer buying tips
KENNEWICK, Wash. - One day they're listed for sale, the next day, that house is sold; Tri-Cities real estate experts said the pandemic…
Governor Inslee visits Tri-Cities, says focus is on "saving lives"
PASCO, Wash. — Governor Jay Inslee visited the Tri-Cities on Wednesday to speak with residents about vaccination efforts in the local community. At a roundtable held at Sea Mar Farmworker Housing in…
Vendors in the Village, 3 Eyed Fish raise money to support grieving family
RICHLAND, Wash. — 3 Eyed Fish and the Vendors in the Village pop-up event came together Thursday to support the founder of the market who lost…
Which ANSIL is legitimate? Nonprofit board calls out ex-president
KENNEWICK, Wash. - It's been a battle between two groups, both named ANSIL, or A New Start in Life, that's now headed to the Washington…
Columbia Basin Veteran's Center celebrates first graduating class of Veteran's Therapeutic Court
KENNEWICK, Wash. — Tuesday, June 15th was a special day for the Columbia Basin Veteran's Center. It was the first forum meeting since the coronavirus shutdowns, the 2nd anniversary of the Veteran's Therapeutic…
Prosser Aquatic Center remains closed amid chlorine shortage
PROSSER, Wash. - It's been over two years since families have swam, splashed and slid into the water at the Prosser Aquatic Center. "Well we were certainly looking…
Here's what you should know before buying fireworks for the Fourth of July
TRI-CITIES, Wash. — As the Fourth of July celebrations near, many people are starting to load up their fireworks stockpiles. But while they're a fun holiday tradition, officials want to remind residents about the…
Richland line crews say city is underpaying workers
RICHLAND, Wash. - They're the men and women who brave all conditions, even risk their lives to make sure our power stays on: the line crew, but…
Pasco hosts Student Rocketry Challenge National Competition
PASCO, Wash. — The National Association of Rocketry (NAR) hosts a Student Rocketry Challenge every year, but this year looked different due to COVID. Instead of hosting a large event near Washington,…
Downtown Kennewick holds special flag day ceremony
DOWNTOWN KENNEWICK, Wash. — On June 14th, 1777, the second continental congress approved the use of the first flag of the United States of America. A symbol of freedom, this…
Yakima Chamber partners with organizations to offer vaccine incentives
YAKIMA, Wash. - It's been six months since the first dose outside of vaccine trials have been administered. Since then, nearly 400 million Americans have received at least one dose…
Pendleton transgender teen first to be crowned prom princess
PENDLETON, Ore. - It's a first for Nixyaawii Community School on the Umatilla Indian Reservation in Pendleton; on June 3rd, Ryelynn Melton was crowned prom princess. "I love…
'Give Business a Shot in the Arm': Gift cards given as vaccine incentive
TRI-CITIES, Wash. — Haven't gotten vaccinated for COVID-19? Want an extra $50 bucks? Here's your chance. Starting Friday, June 11th, if you get your first or second shot at the…
Finley dispensary creates vaccine incentive program, separate from state's
FINLEY, Wash. - Green 2 Go in Finley, just outside of Kennewick, has created their own vaccine incentive program, separate from Washington state's 'Joints for Jabs.' "Man, it's…
'It's a blessing': TROT unveils newest addition to their campus
KENNEWICK, Wash. — Dozens of employees, riders, and organization officials gathered Thursday morning to celebrate the Therapeutic Riding of Tri-Cities' (TROT) grand opening of their newest addition — the…
Middleton Farms offers u-pick strawberries
PASCO, Wash. — You may know them for asparagus, or even their pumpkin patch. This summer, Middleton Farms adds u-pick strawberries to their fields. KAPP-KVEW spoke to Middle Farms co-owner Scott Middleton about…
Tri-Cities businesses struggle to find new employees
KENNEWICK, Wash. - It's been a busy year for Tri-Cities business TLC Landscape Management, owned by Trent Brown. "We wanna keep taking on work, but sometimes you can…
Richland organizer of school board candidate meet and greet explains invite list
RICHLAND, Wash. - On Monday night at John Dam Plaza in Richland, parents, kids and school board candidates gathered for a meet and greet. Organizer Shelly Burt…
How to prevent car prowls — local police offer tips
PASCO, Wash. - As the summer heats up, car prowls in the area tend to rise. However, there are a few simple tricks that you can employ to help make sure you and…
Local reaction to new controversial FDA-approved Alzheimer's drug
RICHLAND, Wash. — In a historic move in the fight against Alzheimer's Disease, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) controversially approved the first new drug in over twenty years…
Tri-Cities dog rescue ghosted by shelter builder, community steps in to help
KENNEWICK, Wash. - It's been about a month since Tri-Cities dog rescue, Mikey's Chance, bought a half-built shelter from a man on Facebook. Kate Kinion with the rescue…
Kennewick Farmer's Market runs 'Swag Bag' promotion
KENNEWICK, Wash. — Summer is almost here, which means local farmer's markets are popping up. On Thursday, June 3rd, Historic Downtown Kennewick started their Farmer's Market. Located at the plaza on Benton…
U-12 driver Andrew Tate is excited to race in Tri-Cities Water Follies
KENNEWICK, Wash. — The Water Follies are back! On Friday, June 4th, participants in the 2021 HAPO Columbia Cup practiced racing on the Columbia River. Many drivers have been shifted from their…
