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Pasco School district to launch 'Read and Rise'
PASCO — The School District is launching a five-week educational series Sept. 28 designed to help families overcome reading deficiencies of children. The "Read and Rise" program will run from 1-1:45 p.m. Tuesdays and Thursdays... — Updated 9/16/2021
Riverfest canceled, again
KENNEWICK — The 2021 RiverFest Celebration Festival at Columbia Park has been canceled. The event was scheduled for Oct. 9. “It is very unfortunate that for the second year in a row we have to cancel this fun celebration, and... — Updated 8/31/2021
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Pasco superintendent to lead state association
PASCO — School District Superintendent Michelle Whitney was elected Tuesday, Aug. 18, as the Washington Association of School Administrators 2021-22 president-elect. Next July,... — Updated 8/18/2021
National Night Out comes to Basin City
BASIN CITY — The Franklin County Sheriff's Office is hosting a National Night Out program from 4-8 p.m. today, Tuesday, Aug. 3, in Memorial Park. The event will include a barbecue, face painting, a bouncy house, obstacle course... — Updated 8/3/2021
Koelzer selected to represent county treasurers
ELLENSBURG — Franklin County Treasurer Josie Koelzer was selected to represent treasurers statwide at the organization at Washington Association of County Officials functions. Koelzer was selected for the honor during the... — Updated 8/1/2021
Franklin County students make Dean's List
CHENEY - Several Franklin County residents have been named to the spring Dean's list for their academic performance at Eastern Washington University. County students making the... — Updated 7/14/2021
Pasco man completes patrol academy
PASCO - A local man graduated today, Wednesday, June 30, from the Washington State Patrol Academy and received his assignment. Travis R. Hullinger completed more than 1,400 hours... — Updated 7/1/2021
Sheriff's Office says hello to newbies, goodbye to a veteran
PASCO – The Franklin County Sheriff's Office is welcoming new deputies while also saying goodbye to a longtime employee. Over the last week, the office announced that Alexis... — Updated 6/30/2021
New tuition-free preschool to open in Pasco
PASCO — Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos is partnering with the city Housing Authority and Franklin County to open a tuition-free preschool here next year. The Bezos Academy would be the first tuition-free preschool in the Tri-Cities,... — Updated 6/18/2021
New veterans memorial unveiled
PASCO — City View Cemetery unveiled a new memorial honoring soldiers who died in war during a Memorial Day observance Monday. The observance included the playing of the "National Anthem," "God Bless America" and "Taps." Mayor... — Updated 6/2/2021
Virus tests for WSU students
PULLMAN — Washington State University students will be required to take a coronavirus test to return to the campus for the spring term. Testing will take place in Beasley Coliseum. Following testing, they will be quarantined in... — Updated 5/12/2021
Grow edamame for better health and nutrition
Add a bit of fiber to your garden and diet. Consider growing edamame (edible soybeans) in this year’s garden. Soybeans help promote overall health reducing the risk of high cholesterol, diabetes, heart disease and high blood... — Updated 5/11/2021
Local students make Dean's List
CHENEY — The following students from Franklin County have made the Dean’s List at Eastern Washington University for the winter quarter: • Connell —Cheyenne Baxter, Rosario Castro and David Duenas • Kahlotus — Hailey... — Updated 5/10/2021
Sheriff's Office names employees of the quarter
PASCO — The Franklin County Sheriff's Office recognized three individuals for their exemplary service during the first quarter of the year. Deputy Jack Dodson was named Deputy of... — Updated 4/9/2021
Say goodbye to Stevens Middle School today
PASCO - The School District is hosting a "Farewell to Original Stevens" today from noon to 4 p.m. at Stevens Middle School, 1120 N 22nd Ave. The celebration as reconstruction... — Updated 2/11/2021
Employee of the Quarter
The Franklin County Sheriff's Office has recognized Marizela Silva as Employee of the Quarter.... — Updated 1/28/2021
Candy Cane Scavenger Hunt takes place next week
PASCO - The governor's newest round of force shutdown mandates may not expire until Dec. 14, but it won't halt a weeklong scavenger hunt from taking place. The city Parks and... — Updated 12/4/2020
Huesitos Landscaping donates funds to Chiawana
PASCO - Chiawana High School students have a bit more in their financial coffers, thanks to a local company. Huesitos Landscaping hosted a fall sprinkler blowout fundraiser in... — Updated 12/4/2020
Basin City toy drive kicks off
BASIN CITY — The community has launched its annual toy drive to help indigent local families with children through the Christmas season. A collection box for “gently used” toys is located at Farm and Home Hardware, 50 N.... — Updated 11/24/2020
Pasco police, fire observing Breast Cancer Awareness Month
PASCO — Fire Department and law enforcement officers are sporting pink this month as part of their uniforms. The city agencies are participating in the Pink Patch Project this... — Updated 10/2/2020
Connell police observe Breast Cancer Awareness Month
CONNELL — Don't be surprised this month if you see pink on local police uniforms. That's because the Police Department is observing Breast Cancer Awareness Month by participating... — Updated 10/2/2020
Detective promoted to sergeant
PASCO - Franklin County Sheriff's Office detective Steve Warren was promoted to sergeant this morning, Friday, Oct. 2. According to the Sheriff's Office, Warren has been a... — Updated 10/2/2020
Free WiFi hotspots set up in Franklin County
PASCO — Franklin Public Utility District and Mid-Columbia Libraries have teamed up to offer free WiFi Internet hotspots around the county. The service is available from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily in parking lots and sidewalks near... — Updated 9/2/2020
Five girls compete for title of Miss Connell
CONNELL — Five girls are competing this year in the Miss Connell pageant. The contestants will be performing privately this evening, Friday, Aug. 14, in their attempt to represent the city and win scholarships. Constestants this... — Updated 8/14/2020
School supply giveaway today in Connell
CONNELL — The Connell Church of the Nazarene is giving out school supplies today, Friday, Aug. 14. The giveway is from 1-3 p.m. by appointment only. In addition to school supplies, backpacks will be available for a cash donation... — Updated 8/14/2020
