Good Day
Richland
Friday, January 16th, 2026
Good morning, Richland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 16th of January.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Block One Distillery, founded by the local Alford family, now sells its acclaimed premium potato vodka at Mid Columbia Wine & Spirits and local bars while planning to release gin in spring and open a tasting room in Pasco later this year. Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business
- ➤ Antiques expert Charlene Swain runs Klais Antiques and Creative Framing (located at 1007 Gillespie St in one of Richland’s oldest homes) where she offers custom framing and unique antiques from her 700 sqft shop. She invites visitors to call ahead for current hours. Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business
- ➤ Julie Wilson, a local landscape architect, acquired Tapteal Native Plants and will move its operations to a new Richland site this winter while spring plant sales and seed orders continue, and she will build a native seed bank, shade houses, and solar-powered irrigation (ensuring smooth service for customers). Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business
- ➤ Roadrunner Restaurant and Lounge opened on Oct. 30 at 2125 E. Hillsboro Road in King City near Pasco, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner with chef Phouty Vongsaly and bar owner Laurie Winchel using locally sourced ingredients - a classic American diner focused on community. Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Cold Summit signed a purchase and sale agreement in mid-December to buy a 41-acre parcel at Reimann, doubling its holdings to 72 acres and marking a $290M investment with an eventual creation of 200 permanent jobs; the company plans to start facility construction in late summer or early fall. Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business
- ➤ Bankruptcies in Benton and Franklin counties have risen with 2,295 filings in 2025—a figure that marks an 8.2% jump from 2024. Dalton Cannon, an attorney in Richland, said the spike in Chapter 7 cases highlights the pressure of stagnant wages and job uncertainty at Hanford and the lab. Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Columbia Basin College received $54.5M from state lawmakers to build a new arts facility next to the aging P Building on campus; design work begins later this year with plans to finish in 2028, and officials say the project will blend creative design with modern teaching needs. Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Crews from Pipkin, Inc. have begun removing the Bateman Island causeway linking the island to the Richland shoreline under a $1.2 million federal contract, restoring water flow and improving aquatic habitat along the Yakima River Delta. The project aims to support salmon migration and reduce invasive species. Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Congress approved a record $3.2 billion budget for cleanup at Hanford Site, marking an increase of over $200 million from previous years. The funding will help advance nuclear waste treatment and safety projects in the area & protect the Columbia River. NBC Tri-Cities
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Local health officials warn that car seats bought from third-party sellers may not meet safety standards, and Anna Wroble of Kadlec urges parents to check manuals and labels; Benton-Franklin County Health District hosts free safety workshops every fourth Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at Kadlec. NBC Tri-Cities
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Two local homeowners embrace dome designs with curved walls. Tracy Daines built a geodesic dome along the Yakima River that maximizes openness, while Jim Willard adds custom features to his concrete dome north of Prosser — both say they would never trade these unconventional designs for traditional ones. Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ AAS Investment Ventures is constructing a new Brazilian jiujitsu studio at 3 Louisiana St near Clearwater in Hansen Park, set to open late spring. The facility (5,600 sqft) led by champion Gustavo Pires and partners will expand classes and staff to meet growing local demand. Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business
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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.
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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.
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Gnome and His Pink Balloon
6-8 p.m. — Budd's Broiler — $29.00 — Enjoy a no-stress painting session complete with drinks and a toast to kick off the creative evening.
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Valentine's Day Dinner at Barnard Griffin Winery
5:00-6:30 p.m. — Barnard Griffin Winery — $90 per person — Enjoy a romantic five-course dinner paired with smooth jazz by Kjerstyn Jordheim.
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