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…
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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…
Washington veterans are eligible for rental assistance through BMAC
WALLA WALLA, Wash. — Are you or a loved one who served in the U.S. Military behind on their rent? Veterans and their families residing in Washington state are eligible for rental assistance through Supportive Services for Veterans Families…
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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…
Walla Walla Public Schools host free summer youth sports camps
WALLA WALLA, Wash. — Are you looking at summer camp options for a child between Grades 3 and 8? Walla Walla Public Schools (WWPS) are hosting a variety of athletic summer camps in conjunction with Walla Walla High School (Wa-Hi)…
REPORT: Tri-Cities realtor metrics show increasing value of homes
TRI-CITIES, Wash. — A report from the Tri-City Association of Realtors detailed consistent growth in terms of value for the local housing market in May 2021. According to their metrics, the total number of homes sold in May 2021 was…
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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,…
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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…
Man's video goes viral of leaving Hot Wheels toy for owner of the same car
Click here for updates on this story VANCOUVER, Washington (KPTV) -- A Vancouver man’s nice gesture is getting millions of views on social media. Mikhail Protopopov, who collects Hot Wheels, noticed a Honda Civic Type R parked near his home.…
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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…
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Benton-Franklin Fair seeks local performers; opens 2021 ticket sales Monday
KENNEWICK, Wash. — Are you a performer from the Tri-Cities region looking for an opportunity to showcase your talent? If so then you're in luck! The Benton-Franklin Fair is seeking local performers to be showcased on the Legends Casino Community…
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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…
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Pasco hosts World’s Largest Student Rocketry Competition on Sunday
PASCO, Wash. — This weekend, the nation's largest national student rocketry competition is taking off from Pasco with students from throughout the Pacific Northwest visiting to partake. The National Finals of the 2021 American Rocketry Challenge will take place from 9:00…
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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…
Pasco family robbed at gunpoint at local ATM, PPD releases photo of suspect
PASCO, Wash. — Officers from the Pasco Police Department released images of a suspect accused of robbing a man at gunpoint while he was taking money out of an ATM on Saturday night. According to a Facebook post by the…
Richland graduations won't separate vaccinated, non-vaccinated families
RICHLAND, Wash. — Following updated guidance from the Washington Department of Health (DOH) and Benton-Franklin Health District (BFHD), the Richland School District won't require vaccination and non-vaccinated spectators into separate groups. This way, families and friends can celebrate their loved…
