Richland woman says caregiver almost gave her COVID-19
A woman recently needing at-home care was nearly exposed to the deadly coronavirus when one of her caregivers contracted it but showed no symptoms. Willow Emineth of Richland said…
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Access to COVID-19 testing in Hermiston for English, Spanish speaking patients
With over 200 new COVID-19 cases reported just this week in Umatilla County, more community members could be searching to take a test. On Saturday, Oregon State University will conduct random…
Self-administered COVID-19 testing kits to be delivered Saturday in Hermiston
With case numbers surging in eastern Oregon, county and state health officials requested assistance to go door-to-door testing in Hermiston. Oregon State University has been conducting a program…
Inclusive salon reopens to Tri-Cities community
Kath Barry and Faith Gambetty opened Wavelengths Salon as an inviting space to the LGBTQ+ community in the Tri-Cities back in November 2019. Quickly the pair started building…
COVID-19 testing options: What's the difference?
Getting a test has become easier as the COVID-19 pandemic continues but the accuracy of every test is different. In the Tri-Cities area, there are two tests mainly used:…
Public streetery offers more seating to Walla Walla patrons
A public, outdoor eatery is now located on First Ave. in Walla Walla complete with a place to sit, umbrellas for shade and sanitation stations to keep everyone…
Baseball organization for people with autism looks to establish league in Yakima
An inclusive baseball organization is looking for players, coaches and volunteers in Yakima to establish a baseball league to people with autism and special needs. Due…
One-of-a-kind Walla Walla tasting room named finalist for national award
Walla Walla, Washington is known for an abundance of wineries, tasting rooms and almost endless vineyard fields. The area near the Blue Ridge Mountains regularly receives national…
Concern for students, staff ahead of schools reopening: What are the safest options?
Teachers, students and parents are asking one question: What will school look like this fall? Washington state education officials still don't know due to the ever-changing COVID-19 pandemic.…
Peach picking at Richland orchard looks different during the pandemic
Donut peaches are ready for picking but orchards are enacting new health protocol to keep visitors safe. Ray French Orchards in Richland is inviting the public to pick peaches…
Preparing for wildfire season during a pandemic: American Red Cross needs volunteers
The local American Red Cross chapter needs community members to volunteer during the summer months due to high fire risks. "Experts say that we are in for a really busy wildfire…
Tri-Cities baby to receive third heart surgery in 7 months during the COVID-19 pandemic
Businesses are reopening in the Tri-Cities but life isn't going back to normal for everyone, especially the Petersen family whose 7-month-old daughter has her third…
Fireworks for a cause: get free delivery or curbside pickup in Tri-Cities
Tri-Citians have already started Fourth of July celebrations with the sound of firecrackers and bright sky explosions accompanying each night this week. Kids are out of school, some are still working from…
Police in Walla Walla County encourage masks without citations
Multiple law enforcement agencies in Washington aren't enforcing Gov. Jay Inslee's statewide mask mandate but police in Walla Walla County plan to still encourage people…
Wind, rain throughout the region before Independence Day
A gorgeous Monday to begin the last days of June. Temperatures cooled down after Sunday showers pushed through the region. Heavier winds hit the Yakima Valley later in the day causing a wind advisory on Tuesday in Ellensburg. Winds…
Financial relief for agriculture industry excludes WA apple growers
Finding federal relief funding during the COVID-19 pandemic has been challenging for many business owners but for one of Washington's leading exports - getting relief isn't possible. The…
Tri-Cities expected to hit 100 degrees this week: How you can beat the heat
Saturday marked the start of summer but Monday brought temperatures into the 90's with a high heat risk announced for central and eastern Washington…
Dreamers, lawmakers in the northwest react to US Supreme Court DACA ruling
Tens of thousands of dreamers in the northwest celebrated Thursday's U.S. Supreme Court ruling upholding the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, a program protecting undocumented immigrants that came the the…
Northwest lawmakers comment on DACA ruling from U.S. Supreme Court
Political leaders across the Pacific Northwest are responding to the U.S. Supreme Court's 5-4 ruling blocking an attempt from the Trump administration to end the Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals, or DACA, that protects immigrants brought the the U.S. as…
Online park activities to get kids outdoors
Summer vacation looks different this year for kids in the northwest but Hanford Site and Richland park rangers want to help them get outside, get active and learn about…
Preparing for summer involves mosquito prevention
The official start of summer is Saturday, June 20th and along with sunshine and heat the season brings insects - specifically mosquitoes that could hold the West Nile virus.…
