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A Richland mother confronting a severe hoarding situation on Hains Ave received help from neighbors who organized a cleanup effort yesterday — supporting her in restoring a safe living space.

Kathy Ruemmler, Goldman Sachs Chief Legal Officer and a Tri-Cities native who began her studies in the Richland School District, will step down effective June 30 following the release of emails showing her close ties & relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, the AP reports.

The Pasco School Board will rerun the district’s renewal levy on April 28 after it failed by 59 votes in a special election — the first rejection in 26 years.

Voters will decide on keeping the current tax rate that funds staffing, athletics, and school safety.

Richland is accepting applications from food and beverage vendors to operate in city parks during the 2026 season (April 1 to Oct.

31); all applications must be submitted by 5 p.m. March 19 with priority for those received by 5 p.m. March 5.

Fox41 Yakima and FOX11 TriCities share 13 casserole recipes to warm up weeknights for local families.

The collection features dishes like Italian Eggplant with Parmesan and Cheesy Crack Chicken + easy steps to try them at home.

Rare houseplants are gaining collectible appeal today as indoor gardening expands; specialty growers and local vendors + eager buyers are embracing bold tropical varieties that are set to transform home decor as winter sales climb.