Good morning, Richland.

Friends in Pasco have organized a fundraiser for Bob Mangione, who is battling stage four cancer and faces urgent hernia surgery and loss of income as his family plans to convert the Lion's Den workshop into a living space to rent (details to be updated soon).

The Emerald of Siam reached its $100,000 goal on Tuesday with community support to fund a new kitchen remodel—renovations will require a two-week closure to update fire code systems and keep the restaurant running as a local hub in Richland.

Papa Murphy's parent company will close roughly 50 underperforming stores over the next six to nine months, with the first closures beginning next week (exact locations have not been announced).

The decision follows nearly two years of turnaround efforts.

Local fans spotted country star Carly Pearce jogging near Pasco's Cable Bridge a few days ago.

Her Facebook video shared her run while it coincided with a weekend when the Pendleton Whisky Music Festival was held nearby.

Bechtel National donated $10,000 to the Boys & Girls Clubs of Benton and Franklin Counties to fund college tours for over 50 local students this summer.

The program takes 30-40 students to Washington State University on July 14 and 25-30 to Columbia Basin College on July 28 for campus visits and career exploration.

PNNL in Richland demonstrated its 3D printed airport scanner and mineral extraction tech in Washington, D.C. and will test a wave energy converter buoy in Sequim this summer designed to measure sea surface temperatures (to help validate NASA satellite data).

High temperatures in the Tri-Cities will range from 94 to 99 degrees over the next 7 days; low chances for showers and thunderstorms are expected through Thursday as windy, dry conditions heighten fire risks (residents should remain cautious and stay hydrated).

The Washington State Patrol warns pedestrians that limited-access highways in the Tri-Cities, including I-182, US 395 and SR 240, are illegal and dangerous with no sidewalks or crosswalks (RCW 46.61.160) to protect them, and urges drivers to be alert near ramps.

Pasco National Little League won the state championship on Jul.

14 in a tough game at a local field. Coaches and fans praised the team’s strong play — a proud moment for the community.

Trivia Night at Barnard Griffin Winery

6-8 p.m. — Barnard Griffin Winery — Free entry — Test your knowledge over wine and food at an exciting trivia night.