Good Day
Richland
Tuesday, July 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Richland. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of July.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ West Richland was named the best place to live in Washington for six years in a row. The community offers parks, trails, river activities—good schools and affordable housing that help keep it safe and welcoming. KFLD
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Benton County Fire District 4 warned on July 14th at 12:25 p.m. that emergency calls for local rivers had increased with summer’s arrival—fire Chief Paul Carlyle said that even calm water can hide dangerous currents and underwater hazards along the Columbia and Yakima rivers. He urged families to use the buddy system, avoid alcohol, and pick up a free life jacket from Station 420 on Bombing Range Road—steps to help prevent drowning. FOX41 Yakima
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ ATI doubled its Richland Operations building capacity at 3101 Kingsgate Way to boost aerospace and defense titanium output by about 35% from 2022 levels (by adding a second electron beam hearth furnace and advanced remelting capabilities). The expansion was completed in early 2025 and included new production and maintenance buildings (costing nearly $40 million) to meet long-term customer orders. Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business
- ➤ Xenophile Bibliophile and Armorer, Chronopolis is a quirky bookstore in Richland that shows 80,000 books in a 6,000-square-foot space with rare editions, collectible items, and a room for local nuclear history. Owner Steve Woolfolk and manager Brian Sheldon opened the store in 2019 with a $500,000 project & continue to share revenue while adding charm with a store cat named Sonia Lovecraft. Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Daughtry will perform on Wednesday night August 20th at 7:45 p.m. at the Benton-Franklin Fair, and tickets are available at the fair box office or online—bringing a classic rock vibe to the Tri-Cities as the Grammy-nominated band, led by American Idol alum Chris Daughtry, plays a mix of hits and covers. The KEY
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Washington State Department of Health reminds Richland parents to update their children’s immunizations so they can present a Certificate of Immunization Status before school starts this fall—helping to protect against rising whooping cough cases. The department also offers support resources such as the free Childhood Vaccine Program to aid families in meeting these requirements. The KEY
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Two renewable natural gas projects in Richland have come online with Cascade Natural Gas converting methane from a landfill and a potato digester into safe natural gas—efforts driven by the Climate Commitment Act. The Lamb Weston project reached a milestone by powering between 1,500—2,000 homes as it moves forward with renewable energy goals. The KEY
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Richland officials plan to use a $1.2 million federal grant to assess and clean up brownfield sites like former gas stations and dry cleaners to pave the way for future redevelopment in the Mid-Columbia—steps aimed at reversing the stigma of abandoned properties. The grant, pending final EPA approval, will fund surveys and cleanup plans that follow earlier projects such as the Economy Inn site’s evaluation—efforts expected to boost local growth. Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ The Washington State Department of Health reminds parents to update their child’s immunizations to meet school requirements and guard against illness—especially after a rise in whooping cough cases. Free and low-cost vaccines are available to help keep children safe. KONA
SPORTS NEWS
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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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Fair Food & Wine Pairing
12-7 p.m. — Barnard Griffin Winery — Ticket purchase required — Explore delightful wine pairings with popular fair food as the kitchen prepares festival favorites.
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