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Richland
Thursday, May 22nd, 2025
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Good morning, Richland. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The American flag is back on the Blue Bridge this morning after nearly two weeks away due to mounting hardware issues—WSDOT said crews installed custom parts for a safe reinstallation. KONA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Yesterday, Kennewick police arrested Heriberto Villaruel when SWAT officers responded after he barricaded himself in a residence on West Entiat Avenue while committing a felony order violation due to protected persons being present—he now faces charges including resisting arrest and obstructing a public servant and has two prior convictions. The KEY
- ➤ Pasco Police arrested a driver for a hit-and-run on I-182 on May 21 at around 2 a.m. after he caused a two-car collision that flipped one car and fled before being found at 5:30 a.m. sleeping in a backyard—while a driver in the flipped car received minor injuries and westbound lanes were closed for two hours. FOX41 Yakima
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A welcome sight returned today when crews from the Washington State Department of Transportation reinstalled the large American flag atop the Blue Bridge in the Tri-Cities—using custom mounting hardware that arrived earlier this week after a nearly two-week absence. KFLD
- ➤ Gov. Bob Ferguson signed a law that will require state residents to get a permit—by applying, paying a fee, and finishing safety training including live-fire shooting—before buying a gun, and the law will take effect in May 2027. KONA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ A study presented May 21 shows that new lung donation guidelines have lowered waitlist deaths from 11% to 4% by prioritizing patients' medical needs—this change benefited the sickest patients. Researchers will further analyze the scoring system to determine which factors improve transplant outcomes—ongoing research may guide future adjustments. FOX41 Yakima
SPORTS NEWS
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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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