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Richland
Friday, May 30th, 2025
Good morning, Richland. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 30th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Adventures Underground will host Mushroom Fest 2025 from June 6—8 with local vendors, live music and food trucks at 1391 George Washington Way as it celebrates 18 years of business. The free, all-ages event runs daily from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. and will include crafts, games and special deals. KONA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ The FBI warned that scammers use texts and AI-generated voice calls posing as senior US officials to steal personal info, and residents must verify details and avoid clicking links—this scam wave is growing—. KFLD
- ➤ On May 27th at 3:15 a.m., Richland police responded to a shattered door at Swift Stop where cash register, lottery tickets, and cigarettes were stolen—camera footage later helped locate a suspect vehicle that was stopped in Kennewick at 6 a.m. and its driver was arrested and booked into Benton County Jail. KONA
- ➤ The FBI warns that scammers are sending fake text and voice messages claiming to be from a senior US official to collect personal information—residents should verify details carefully before responding. The KEY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Richland Fire Chief Tom Huntington was named the 2025 Dan Packer Fire Chief of the Year Award recipient by the Washington Fire Chiefs Association at their annual banquet (he has served for 30 years, opened a sixth fire station, launched the Heart Safe Richland Initiative with Kadlec Regional Medical Center, and led a $29 million emergency communications upgrade set to finish in 2026). NBC Tri-Cities
- ➤ Construction on Stevens Drive in Richland continues as contractors grind the east side, which has shifted all traffic to the west side — street parking is closed and access from Knight and Mansfield remains unavailable while businesses stay open. FOX41 Yakima
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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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3 Eyed Fish Farmers Market Participation
10 AM - 1 PM — 3 Eyed Fish Farmers Market — Free entry — Explore local farmers' offerings next to the 3 Eyed Fish Kitchen + Bar.
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Noah Johnston - Piano Jazz Performance
6-8 PM — The Emerald of Siam Thai Restaurant and Lounge — Free entry — Experience a night of captivating piano jazz by a talented young pianist and vocalist.
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Fused Glass Seed Markers Workshop
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — db Studio — $65.00 — Create beautiful fused glass seed markers for your blooming summer garden.
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Live Music by Haywire
7-11 p.m. — Ray's Golden Lion Restaurant — Check venue for cover charge — Enjoy an evening of music from the two bands named Haywire, bringing rock vibes to Richland.
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Sip & Silent Reading
2-4 p.m. — Barnard Griffin Winery — Free to attend — Enjoy a calm reading session with wine and fellow book lovers.
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