Sunday, February 1st, 2026
Good morning, Richland. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Habit Burger will soon open its second Tri-City location in Kennewick at the old David's Bridal building on Canal Drive + near Burlington Coat Factory. The chain will invest at least $270K to refurbish part of the space. KONA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Pasco’s Summer’s Hub hosted its first Last Mouth Standing Challenge, where six contestants battled increasingly hot dishes and one, Cooper Femreite, donated his prize to the Boys and Girls Club on behalf of Pasco Fire & EMT. Local food trucks showcased their offerings and the event will return in spring. NBC Tri-Cities
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ A report from Wallet Hub shows Washington residents enjoy an average credit score of 716 — well above the national average of 702 — which may help them qualify for better loan terms and lower interest rates. KONA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents considering tinting their cars must follow state rules to keep side windows at 24% light transmission and avoid tinting windshields below the AS1 line; officials advise checking these guidelines before proceeding. KONA
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ A collection of 9 soup and stew recipes (including Chicken and Dumplings) offers warming ideas as the cold sets in. The feature gives residents simple, comforting options to try on chilly days. FOX41 Yakima
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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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AARP Tax-Aide
8 AM – 9 PM — Richland Community Center — Free service — Get help preparing your taxes with AARP's free and confidential assistance for seniors and low-income taxpayers.
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