Good morning, Richland.

Mirror Ministries saw nearly a 50% rise in client intake assessments in 2025 and purchased a permanent space to expand trauma-informed care for trafficking survivors during Human Trafficking Awareness Month.

A $15,000 grant from Wildhorse Foundation is funding the addition of two ADA-accessible bathrooms at the new center.

Richland Police returned a stolen car and found that its car seats were missing, so they replaced them to uphold trust in community service.

The department will launch a community engagement team later this year to host public events.

Sarah Barnett's 'In Vivo' oil-on-canvas series is on view at Esvelt Gallery at Columbia Basin College until Jan.

15; the gallery (open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.) invites visitors to explore art that examines modern life and technology.

Communities In Schools of Benton-Franklin is using creative activities like rewarding students with donuts, extra recess and hallway dance parties to boost attendance; during a recent Being Present Matters week many schools saw a 2–3% increase.

Kennewick School District is modernizing Tri-Tech Skills Center (Metaline Ave and Kellogg Street) with a $45.5 million expansion that has reached the steel beam stage and will complete in July to expand training programs and add career pathways for high school juniors and seniors.

Late last night, a social media post in Richland spurred debate on pedestrian right-of-way + state law clarifies that those outside marked crosswalks must yield to vehicles.

In 2025, home prices in Yakima, Benton and Franklin counties reached an average of $490,000—a nearly $15,000 rise from 2024.

Richland residents saw these trends shape a local market that year.

The Richland High School boys basketball team is ranked No. 1 by the state association and Sports Illustrated—undefeated after winning 10 games this season.

Trivia Night at Barnard Griffin Winery

6:30-8 p.m. — Barnard Griffin Winery — Free entry — Test your knowledge and enjoy wine and food while competing for prizes.

Fondue Making Class at Barnard Griffin

6:30-8:00 p.m. — Barnard Griffin Winery — $50-$55 — Discover the joy of creating and enjoying melty fondue in this interactive class.