Good Day
Richland
Saturday, June 28th, 2025
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Good morning, Richland. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 28th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Members of the Richland Police Department and local groups furnished a one-bedroom apartment with dining tables, chairs, and household items for a domestic violence survivor on June 25 — the effort followed a call from Domestic Violence Services of Benton and Franklin Counties seeking help to prepare safe homes. The community is encouraged to donate furniture or give monetary support at the designated drop-off location. Apple Valley News Now
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Pasco firefighters rescued a struggling swimmer from the Columbia River. NBC Tri-Cities
- ➤ On June 27, firefighters responded to a fast-moving grass fire about 10 miles south of Kennewick at the meeting of south Mills Road and east Kirk Road—reporting the blaze covered 30 to 40 acres and moved northeast while law enforcement closed Nine Canyon Road from Lower Blair Road to Upper Blair Road. Apple Valley News Now
- ➤ On June 27, 2025, a man using a toy boat on the Columbia River was rescued—officials stressed the need for water safety to prevent similar incidents. Apple Valley News Now
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ WSU Tri-Cities is launching a brewing certificate program—made for beer lovers and new brewers—this September that will run for a year with mostly online classes, 12 courses, two brewing camps and expert help while early enrollees pay $3,000 after a 40% discount. KEPR
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Defenseman Jackson Smith from the Tri-City Americans was drafted 14th overall by the Columbus Blue Jackets on Friday in the NHL Draft + he will join the Jackets development camp before heading to Penn State for NCAA hockey. His 54 points in 68 games helped project him as a likely 1st-round pick + his move to collegiate hockey is eagerly watched by local fans. The KEY
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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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Mountain Mist Painting Event
6-8 p.m. — Budd's Broiler — Ticket required, food and drinks separately — Enjoy a fun painting experience with music and a three-course sunset menu by the river.
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River of Fire Festival
2-10 p.m. — Columbia Park — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with fireworks, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities at the River of Fire Festival.
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Righteous Richland Sprint Triathlon
8:30-11 a.m. — Howard Amon Park — Registration fee applicable — Dive into a thrilling sprint triathlon featuring a swim, bike ride, and run through beautiful Columbia landscapes.
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Shoreline Run
7:30-10 a.m. — Howard Amon Park — Entry fee required — Participate in a scenic 10K or a fun 2-mile run along the shoreline.
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Christmas in July 5K/10K/Half Marathon
8 a.m. — Leslie Groves Park — Registration fee varies — Celebrate the holiday spirit with festive runs under the summer sun.
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Fused Glass Seed Markers Workshop
10:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. — db Studio — $65 — Create beautiful fused glass seed markers for your garden this summer.
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Paper Making Workshop at Barnard Griffin
2-4 p.m. — Barnard Griffin Winery — $40 — Transform upcycled materials into your own unique sheets of handmade paper in a whimsical workshop.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
What lies behind us and what lies before us are tiny matters compared to what lies within us.
~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
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