Good morning, Richland.

This spring local farmers markets will offer fresh produce, crafts, and live music—Pasco Market will run every Saturday from May at Peanuts Park, Richland Market will be held every Friday from June at the local roundabout, and Downtown Kennewick Market will open Thursday through Sunday with its opening night on June 6.

Over the weekend, Richland Police conducted emphasis patrols at four trouble spots—Keene Road, the State Route 240 Interchange, Columbia Park Trail and George Washington Way—and stopped 74 drivers while arresting 3 for charges linked to speeding and reckless driving under a state traffic safety initiative.

Multi-platinum rock band Daughtry will perform at the Benton Franklin Fair at 7:45 p.m. on Aug.

20 as part of the Hayden Homes Summer Concert Series + reserved seating tickets from $30 to $60 will go on sale on March 21 at 8 a.m. + the fair will run from Aug. 19 to 23.

A substitute teacher was barred from teaching at Richland High School on March 12th after an investigation determined that behavior inconsistent with district policy—including online posts alleging Nazi salutes—had occurred, and district officials said they acted promptly to address the issue.

The Washington State Department of Transportation says drivers must remove studded tires by the end of Monday, March 31 to avoid a potential fine of $137—studded tires are allowed only from November 1 to March 31 with no waivers given.

Automotive centers are expected to be busy the final week of March as drivers are urged to switch to non-stud winter tire options to protect the roads.

DermaHealth Dermatology and Dermasurgery in Richland will offer free skin cancer screenings on March 21 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at its clinic (1295 Fowler St., Suite 102) to detect skin cancer early; appointments are recommended by calling (509-783-2004).

Seabear Smokehouse—based in Anacortes—issued a voluntary recall of its Smoked Salmon Chowder and Alehouse Clam Chowder sold from October 1 to March 14 due to a packaging defect that may allow botulism-causing bacteria to grow.

Consumers are urged to dispose of these products immediately to avoid a serious health risk.

Exploring the Yellowstone Trail of the 1920s

7-8:20 p.m. | Museum at Keewaydin | Free entry | Discover the roaring twenties and the iconic Yellowstone Trail connecting Plymouth to Seattle.

Polar Plunge for The Arc of Tri-Cities

The Polar Plunge invites participants to jump into cold water to raise funds for local services, with a theme inspired by the movie 'Inside Out'.

Trivia Night at Barnard Griffin Winery

A monthly trivia event offering general knowledge questions, camaraderie, and wine and food in a lively atmosphere.

Sparkling Wine Master Class

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Barnard Griffin Winery — $50 for Wine Club members, $55 general public — Dive into the world of sparkling wines with expert guidance and tastings.

Live Music with Ron Thomas & Luke Basile

6-8 p.m. | Barnard Griffin Winery | Reservations encouraged | Enjoy easy-listening acoustic Americana with light bites and wine in a cozy tasting room.

Hannah Nichole Live Performance

5-8 p.m. | The Emerald of Siam Thai Restaurant and Lounge | No Cover | Enjoy a lively dinner show featuring Hannah Nichole's diverse musical range from classic hits to contemporary favorites.

Sip & Silent Reading at Barnard Griffin Winery

This monthly event offers a serene environment for book lovers to enjoy quiet reading while sipping on wine, with happy hour specials available.

Metalachi Concert

7-11 p.m. | Ray's Golden Lion Restaurant | Ticket prices vary | Experience the fusion of metal and mariachi with Metalachi's high-energy performance.

Bewitcher Concert

7-11 p.m. | Ray's Golden Lion Restaurant | Tickets available | Enjoy an electrifying night of rock music with Bewitcher.

Dips and Chips & Wine Pairing

12-7 p.m. — Barnard Griffin Winery — Tickets required — Explore delightful wine pairings with unique dips and chips at this tasty event.