Tuesday, July 8th, 2025

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Good morning, Richland. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 8th of July.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ People in the Tri-Cities still remember the 1974 bomb that killed Superior Court Judge James Lawless when he opened a mailed package—Ricky Anthony Young, convicted mainly by fingerprint tests and a confession in 1994, now serves a 77-year sentence as a request for DNA testing was denied. KFLD
- ➤ Richard Jacobson was sentenced to life in prison for killing his pregnant ex-girlfriend, Brandy Ebanez — a jury found him guilty on June 18 and he was sentenced on July 7. Apple Valley News Now
- ➤ Families in Tri-Cities still recall a 1974 pipe bomb that killed Judge James Lawless in his courthouse, and during a recent book signing Ricky Anthony Young’s name—linked to burning a church and bombing a sheriff’s car—was mentioned as old wounds reopened when a judge denied a DNA test request from the Innocence Project Northwest. The KEY
- ➤ The Benton County Sheriff’s Office is investigating mail thefts along Badger Road over the weekend—residents should report any suspicious people hanging around mailboxes or checking several boxes to Non-Emergency Dispatch at 509-628-0333—. NBC Tri-Cities
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Village Tavern in Kennewick celebrated National Dive Bar Day on July 7—owner Ruan Hollenback said the bar’s long history and friendly crew give it a special feel. The celebration showed how locals have come to enjoy the dive bar's unique charm over the years. FOX41 Yakima
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today, Richland begins pavement preservation work with slurry seal and micro-surfacing projects on roads north of Van Giesen Street and in the Horn Rapids area until Jul. 17. City officials warn that drivers and pedestrians must follow posted directions — and avoid closed roads — until the work is safely completed. KEPR
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Noah Johnston - Piano Jazz
6-8 p.m. — The Emerald of Siam Thai Restaurant and Lounge — Free show — Experience the musical talent of a young pianist and vocalist with a background in jazz.
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Boredom Busters: Summer Edition
1-3 p.m. — REACH Museum — Free with admission or membership — Engage in fun, hands-on activities inspired by museum exhibits during summer break.
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Summer Splash 5K
8-10 a.m. — Badger Mountain Community Park — Entry fee not specified — Enjoy a lively 5k race and a kids dash followed by splashes in the park's water features.
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