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Thursday, May 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Richland. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 15th of May.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Kitchens and restaurants are preparing for National Pizza Party Day tomorrow as pizza ovens work at full capacity. Chefs have prepped dough and stacked toppings—ready for families to enjoy a shared meal. FOX41 Yakima
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Jana Valdez, a social studies teacher at Legacy High School, was chosen for a special Auschwitz Legacy Fellowship from the Auschwitz-Birkenau Memorial Foundation and is one of four statewide (and 44 nationally) educators picked for the six-month program. She will take six months of online training and then travel to Poland for a week to study Auschwitz and learn ways to teach about the Holocaust for at least five years. The KEY
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Fish officials said the Columbia River’s spring Chinook salmon run exceeded early forecasts with about 152,000 fish coming upriver. The higher count may allow more fishing days — officials advise anglers to handle the fish gently so they can spawn in the fall. FOX41 Yakima
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Travelers at Tri-Cities Airport have mixed reactions to the new Real ID rule one week after it took effect. Airport Director Buck Taft said that TSA now screens passengers with additional checks but will soon enforce a hard cutoff—travelers must update their documents promptly. NBC Tri-Cities
- ➤ The Port of Benton is collaborating with the local chapter of the Mid-Columbia Ninety-Nines to update the Richland Airport's 80-foot compass rose that pilots use to calibrate instruments—surveying will begin on May 19 and painting will start on May 23 with about 150 volunteer hours planned. NBC Tri-Cities
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A study found that family doctors were 77% less likely than OB/GYNs to ask about sexual health questions and cited short visit times + personal beliefs as main barriers. In a survey of 402 family doctors and 299 OB/GYNs, older doctors reported more trouble diagnosing female sexual issues + the results point to gaps in training for sexual health care. FOX41 Yakima
SPORTS NEWS
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Act Two: Setting the Stage for Tomorrow!
The theme is Act Two: Setting the Stage for Tomorrow! Guests will enjoy a delicious plated dinner, exceptional local wines, and an opportunity to experience a top-tier touring performer, offering a glimpse of the world-class talent the future Mid-Columbia Performing Arts Center will bring to the Tri-Cities. This exciting night isn’t just a celebration; it’s a call to action. Funds raised will sustain ACTF’s operations, ensuring we can continue advocating for a dedicated home for the performing arts—one that will host touring productions, elevate local talent, and transform our region into a true cultural hub.
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Sip & Silent Reading Experience
2-4 p.m. — Barnard Griffin Winery — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxing afternoon with fellow book lovers while sipping wine and diving into your favorite reads.
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Trivia Night at Barnard Griffin Winery
6-8 p.m. — Barnard Griffin Winery — Free entry — Test your trivia skills with friends while enjoying wine and food in a cozy atmosphere.
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Hike Wine Dine at Kitzke Cellars
4-7 p.m. — Kitzke Cellars — $47 per person — Enjoy a delightful evening of hiking, wine tasting, and dining catered by Pacific Pasta and Grill.
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Alumni Bowling Night
5-7 p.m. — Atomic Bowl — 2 FREE games and shoe rental — Enjoy a casual evening of bowling and reconnect with fellow alumni.
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Spring Gala - Lights, Camera, IMPACT!
3-8 p.m. — At Michele's — Ticket pricing available online — Celebrate with a Hollywood-themed evening of dinner, auctions, and stories to support local seniors.
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Abilities Uncorked
6-10 p.m. — J. Bookwalter Winery & Richland Tasting Room — Cost undisclosed — Experience a strolling dinner adventure with gourmet food and wines benefiting Columbia Ability Alliance.
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