Yakima School District consolidating food services for some schools
The Yakima School District will not be holding food services for some schools due to low numbers. According to the Yakima School District's website: "Food Services Update for Service starting 3-18-20: We are going to consolidate some sites based on…
Washington lawmakers visit PNNL to learn about scientists’ efforts to fight COVID-19 outbreak
RICHLAND, Wash. -- Washington lawmakers paid a visit to the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory in Richland where scientists are using their expertise to come up with new ways to help fight the COVID-19 outbreak. Congressman Dan Newhouse, State Senator Sharon…
Walla Walla Public Schools to start Distance Learning Program
WALLA WALLA, Wash. - Walla Walla Public Schools will begin a “Distance Learning Program” starting on Monday, March 23. The goal of the program, for preschool through grade 12, is to keep students active and on track for graduation amid…
100 things to do with your kids during coronavirus closures
It's going to be a challenging few weeks for parents. We're here for you! Below are some things you might want to look into for your kids. Contact your local school district for free meals for students while schools are…
Richland schools providing meals to children through late April
RICHLAND, Wash. -- The Richland School District is providing free meals to students ages 18 and under at various locations starting Tuesday, March 17 while schools are closed in response to the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. Every weekday during the closure,…
These Oregon school districts will provide meals for students during closures
OREGON - As schools close across Oregon on Monday, some school districts will still provide meals for their students. According to Governor Kate Brown’s office, ‘multiple’ school districts across the state have announced they will provide grab and go meals.…
Yakima School District closing all schools on Monday
YAKIMA, Wash. -- The Yakima School District will now close on Monday instead of Tuesday. The district said the change is to "enforce social distancing due to COVID-19." Schools were expected to close on the day the governor's executive order…
Walla Walla Public Schools offering meals for students during six-week closure
WALLA WALLA, Wash. – Walla Walla Public Schools will offer free meals and childcare to specific families during the six-week closure. Meal services will be free of charge starting on March 17 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. It’ll include…
COVID-19: Tri-Cities school closure guide for meals, childcare and more
TRI-CITIES, Wash. -- Governor Jay Inslee declared schools around the state to close for six weeks starting on March 17. The Richland School District has decided to close a day early. Here’s a list of steps each school district is…
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Local history museum raising funds to make space for irreplaceable artifacts
With limited space and a stockpile of archives, the Franklin County Historical Museum hopes to secure financing for an additional building to feature one-of-a-kind exhibits. The museum placed in the heart…
Richland schools to close on Monday, stay closed until late April
RICHLAND, Wash. -- All Richland schools will be closed on Monday, March 16 and will remain closed until Friday, April 24. The closure will begin one day earlier than required for all Washington schools under Friday's order from Gov. Jay…
Pasco School District board to meet about possible school closures
Another local school district will meet Friday to figure out whether to close schools in the near future because of the coronavirus. RELATED: Oregon will close schools for two weeks over coronavirus A Pasco School District Board of Directors emergency…
Richland School District asks families to prepare for school closures
RICHLAND, Wash. — The Richland School Board and district administrators will be in emergency meetings on March 13 to discuss when and how to close schools in response to the novel coronavirus COVID-19. The district asks families to begin making…
Richland School Board expected to pick superintendent finalists this week
RICHLAND, Wash. -- Board members with the Richland School District will soon select up to three finalists for the next superintendent. On March 12, the board members will meet to discuss the candidates in an executive session. The finalists will…
WSU to move classes online following spring break due to coronavirus concerns
PULLMAN, Wash. — Washington State University will soon move all in-person classes to online formats due to concerns about COVID-19. The announcement was made by university President Kirk Schulz on Wednesday. Classes will formally move online following spring break and…
KSD: Students should stay home 72 hours after fever is gone
KENNEWICK, Wash. -- Per new guidelines from local health officials, the Kennewick School District says if a child has a fever, parents should keep them home for 72 hours after symptoms go away. The Washington Department of Health and the…
