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Richland
Saturday, February 21st, 2026
Good morning, Richland. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 21st of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Parker (36-pound Husky-German Shepherd mix picked up from a school yard) is available for adoption today at the Tri-Cities Animal Shelter; she walks calmly on a leash and loves people, making her a great match for a loving home. The KEY
- ➤ Tri-Cities pageant titleholder Deidre Murphy is organizing a statewide donation drive for hygiene supplies for women in need. The drive will collect items at New Edge Family Chiropractic (one of several local collection sites) to ease shortages at shelters. The KEY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Lifetouch denied any links to Epstein amid concerns from parent groups over its ownership after being acquired by Shutterfly (now under Apollo Global Management). Local school districts continue to use Lifetouch for student photos as they monitor the situation. The KEY
- ➤ Pasco Schools will run its 153 million dollar maintenance and operations levy again in April if no workable option is found after losing by 59 votes, which risks lowering state funding for 30 schools. Officials met in an emergency meeting to consider cutbacks and budget changes. The KEY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Starting Monday, Feb. 23, crews will close lanes overnight at Steptoe and Tapteal to realign roads, install a new traffic signal and water mains. Drivers should use detours via Center Parkway & Columbia Center Boulevard to avoid delays while city officials maintain emergency access and service for local businesses. Apple Valley News Now
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Seven hearty chili recipes pack bold flavor for comfort meals on game days + casual dinners. Options include Over the Top Chili, Smoked Brisket Chili, and Sweet Potato Chili with Quinoa for layered tastes and unexpected twists. FOX41 Yakima
- ➤ A new collection of 13 cozy soup and stew recipes offers a hearty selection for chilly evenings in Richland. The online guide features Chicken and Dumplings + Classic Borscht Soup to help families enjoy warm, simple meals. FOX41 Yakima
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
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~ Ryan Holiday
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