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Richland
Friday, February 6th, 2026
Good morning, Richland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 6th of February.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Lamb Weston is reshuffling its top leadership to boost performance after a period of sluggish sales. Jan Craps becomes executive chair & James D. Gray will assume the CFO role in April to advance the company’s Focus to Win strategy. Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Chiawana High School will host a two-night swing showcase featuring its jazz ensemble — a lively event for students and community members today and Saturday. The collaboration brings fresh talent to the school stage. KEPR
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Federal labor data show that construction jobs in Washington state dropped by 5% in December 2025 compared to December 2024 & the Tri-Cities lost 400 jobs from 10,900. Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business
- ➤ WWE's NXT event will take place on Feb. 13 at the Toyota Center in Kennewick and is set to boost local business as visitors fill hotels & restaurants. Tickets are moderately priced for a family night of action that previews the region's planned new events center. Apple Valley News Now
- ➤ Mortgage rates held at 6.01% last week as federal jobs and inflation reports were delayed (caused by a partial shutdown). Analysts expect the Fed to hold rates steady in upcoming meetings, which may keep mortgage conditions unchanged. FOX41 Yakima
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Richland will receive $500,000 (from the State Public Works Board) to upgrade its wastewater treatment plant with system improvements aimed at extending its lifespan and reducing energy use. NBC Tri-Cities
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A Richland doctor's office now offers integrated primary care + psychiatry, giving local residents easier access to mental health services in the Tri-Cities. The program, which began Feb. 5, improves care by combining specialties in one convenient location. Apple Valley News Now
- ➤ Richland high school student Akshath Motkuri, 15, gained national attention after winning the Congressional App Challenge in Washington’s Fourth District by inventing a non-invasive test for diabetes + bone disorders using a wood sensor system. NBC Tri-Cities
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ This Valentine's Day, restaurants and at-home kits offer fondue dinners featuring cheese and chocolate for couples to share a warm, interactive meal. The shared dining experience encourages cozy gatherings & adds a twist to classic date nights. 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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