Good Day
Richland
Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
Good morning, Richland. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ West Richland Police Department celebrated K9 Polar's fifth birthday on Sunday by inviting residents to drop off toys and treats at 7920 West Van Giesen Street (the therapy dog supports community wellness during crises). KONA
- ➤ The West Richland Police Department marked K9 Polar’s fifth birthday on Sunday (Mar. 29) and invited residents to drop off toys and treats during business hours at 7920 West Van Giesen Street. The therapy dog supports community wellness during crises. The KEY
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A hiker fell into the water near Yakima River Delta over the weekend, prompting rescue teams from Richland Police, Pasco Fire and Benton County Sheriff’s Office to coordinate a safe pull back to land. The person was reported uninjured. NBC Tri-Cities
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ CBC will host planetarium shows and stargazing events during spring break from April 3 to 11 at the CPCCo Planetarium and Moore Observatory on the CBC Pasco campus (tickets are available now). Families can expect a fun, educational experience. KFLD
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ State officials urge Tri-Cities residents to sign up for free pest treatments to stop invasive Japanese beetles from harming local lawns and trade; the program targets over 7,000 properties, with Pasco (the most affected area) needing more participation to secure effective control. KEPR
FINANCE NEWS
- ➤ Taxpayers who did not file 2022 tax returns must submit paperwork by April 15 to claim a share of $34.7 million in refunds, while capital gains tax returns for the 2025 tax year extend to May 1 for those affected by December flooding. Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Washington State D.O.T. relaunched its WE-Bike e-bike rebate program for residents aged 16 or older, offering rebates of $300 or $1,200 based on income. Applicants selected via an online application starting April 13 must provide documents to verify eligibility — applications are accepted until March 29, 2027. KFLD
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Coroner data shows that overdose deaths surged in Benton County—rising over 60% from 43 in 2022 to 67 last year—while Franklin County reported a drop to 14 cases in 2025, with fentanyl playing a significant role in each incident. NBC Tri-Cities
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J. Valentino Live at Jokers
7-10 p.m. — Jokers Comedy Club — Full food & drink menu available — Enjoy an evening of laughter with comedian J. Valentino and friends from Los Angeles.
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Trivia Night at Barnard Griffin Winery
6-8 p.m. — Barnard Griffin Winery — No fee — Compete in trivia rounds while enjoying wine and food in a lively atmosphere.
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