Businesses in the Tri-Cities shake things up, but remain open
RICHLAND, Wash. -- As businesses across the country close over fears of the coronavirus, some are taking a different approach. Frost Me Sweet, Porter’s Real Barbecue, and Proof Gastropub are a few of the Tri-Cities businesses that will remain open…
Girl Scouts suspending booth sales of cookies
The Girl Scouts of Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho are taking steps to monitor the coronavirus. They have suspended the sale of their famous cookies at booths. The cookie program normally runs from March 27 to April 19. In addition,…
Restaurants open for delivery in Tri-Cities, Yakima and Walla Walla
Many local restaurants are staying open for delivery and take-out following Washington Gov. Jay Inslee's decision to shut down bars and restaurant dining rooms: Tri-Cities 3-Eyed-Fish – Provides pickup and delivery. Five Guys Burgers & Fries – Provides pickup and…
Mid-Columbia Meals on Wheels makes some changes amid COVID-19 outbreak but still feeding seniors
RICHLAND, Wash. -- As many businesses in Washington are being forced to cut back hours or close completely due to the COVID-19 outbreak, Mid-Columbia Meals on Wheels workers and volunteers aren’t slowing down. “It’s been totally crazy, and every time…
COVID-19 concerns hits grocery stores
KENNEWICK, Wash. -- The demand for groceries is extremely high. Shelves are bare and some families are still looking for food. Multiple stores are out of items such as bread, milk,…
Panera launching coffee subscription service
(CNN) - Panera Bread has a treat for java junkies. It's now offering a coffee subscription program for unlimited hot or iced coffee. The CEO tells USA Today the goal is to change the face of the industry. The price…
Krispy Kreme is making the leap to national doughnut delivery
WINSTON-SALEM, N.C. - Krispy Kreme is making fans’ dreams of having fresh doughnuts delivered to their doorstep a reality with the rollout of delivery at nearly all its U.S. shops starting Leap Day, Saturday, Feb. 29. To mark the occasion,…
Papa John's locations in Tri-Cities will donate all of Tuesday's proceeds to flood victims
TRI-CITIES, Wash. -- Locally-owned Papa John's locations are partnering with Salvation Army to support those affected by the recent flooding in southeastern Washington. On Tuesday, Feb. 25, Papa John's will donate 100 percent of proceeds to the Salvation Army to…
"Dine Out, Change Lives" Local restaurants to donate proceeds on Thursday
BENTON-FRANKLIN COUNTIES, Wash - All day Thursday, the community will be able to help thousands of people in need by dining out. This will be the 14th year the United Way of Benton and Franklin Counties has partnered with local…
Dickey's Barbecue Pit in Richland reopening tomorrow morning
RICHLAND, Wash. -- After months of locked doors, Dickey's Barbecue Pit in Richland will unlock them, and it'll be with a new owner. The restaurant off of Queensgate Drive and Duportail Street. They…
Fresh Hop Grants Awarded
YAKIMA, Wash. - The Fresh Hop Group has chosen 35 grant recipients to receive funds from the 2019 festival. The non-profit organization that produces the annual Fresh Hop Ale Festival in Yakima, has announced that recipients for its grant program.…
Tri-Cities Cancer Center to offer more "Cancer Crushing Cuisine" classes this year
Kennewick, WA – The Tri-Cities Cancer Center will continue its partnership with Red Mountain Kitchen in Downtown Kennewick in 2020, offering cancer-fighting cooking classes to the public. The cooking classes will be fun and educational, highlighting the cancer-fighting properties of…
Porter’s Barbecue at the Richland Parkway is moving — but not very far
RICHLAND, Wash. — Porter’s Barbecue is expanding again, but not with another location. They’ll be moving from their Richland at the Parkway location to another building. It’ll be across the street from Arby’s at 1080 George Washington Way near Swift…
Chipotle Mexican Grill expanding to Richland
RICHLAND, Wash. -- Those who love Chipotle will now have another location to get their burrito bowls at. The mexican grill confirmed with KAPP-KVEW that they’re expanding to a location in Richland this spring. They’re scheduled to open at 2673…
Golden Globes will serve plant-based meal at awards ceremony
LOS ANGELES (AP) — The Golden Globes, known as the “party of the year,” is going with a meatless menu for its 77th annual awards show.
Numerica Credit Union pays off $25,000 in student lunch debt for Washington, Idaho schools
Numerica Credit Union is giving $25,000 to Title 1 elementary schools in Spokane, Wenatchee, Tri-Cities and Coeur d'Alene school districts to help cover student lunch debt. On Friday, Numerica representatives were in Tri-Cities to present the Pasco School District with…
