Good Day
Richland
Thursday, February 5th, 2026
Good morning, Richland. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 5th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dodge, a rescued Pittie mix from a local shelter, is ready for adoption and works well with kids and cats. The well-trained dog is available for foster-to-adopt placements through Pet Overpopulation Prevention—families can inquire about giving him a loving home. KFLD
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Denny's along George Washington Way is receiving its first major remodel since 1980 (with new booths, fixtures, updated décor and a coffee bar built on customer feedback). The restaurant will reopen Friday, Feb. 6. KEPR
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ The Northwest Seaport Alliance and the Ports of Benton, Pasco and Walla Walla will sign a historic partnership today at 2:00 p.m. in Olympia to develop an Inland Logistics Hub that will expand cargo movement, boost international trade and create family-wage jobs in the Tri-Cities. NBC Tri-Cities
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Construction crews are upgrading Tri-Tech Skills Center with a $45.5 million project to modernize classrooms, safety systems, and infrastructure while boosting capacity to serve up to 600 students, with seven programs moved temporarily for 2025–26 and all returning for 2026–27. Apple Valley News Now
- ➤ The Benton Franklin Fair is offering three $2,500 scholarships for graduating seniors and four $1,100 grants for youth showing livestock (lamb, steer, goat, or pig) with applications due March 2 via the fair website. KEPR
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Washington State University Tri-Cities partners with Boeing and Snohomish County to develop sustainable jet fuels made from natural materials — a project that may boost renewable energy research and local industry. KEPR
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Special Olympics Washington will host a fundraiser this Saturday at Columbia Point Marina in Richland to support athletic competitions, health screenings, and leadership opportunities for athletes with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The 2026 Tri-Cities Polar Plunge and 5K will begin at 10 a.m. Apple Valley News Now
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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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