Good morning, Richland.

Business owners can review the chamber’s online voting guide that shows candidates’ responses on economic issues from the Vote for Business Primary Questionnaire — the guide does not endorse any candidate — to learn where 34 candidates are running for 14 seats on city councils and port boards. Ballots have been mailed and must be in a drop box by 8 p.m. Aug. 5.

WSU Tri-Cities' viticulture and enology department in Richland is now a state workforce program so it can get new grant money and attract more students.

Officials said it will soon ask for another grant to hire a student retention advisor and improve work chances in the wine field — steps that will help students start their careers.

Washington state officials will hold online listening sessions starting on July 22 to review changes that will require collecting sales tax on extra services beginning Oct.

1—business owners must register ahead of time and can submit feedback online until Aug. 1.

Richland City Council will review new off-street parking rules — a plan based on a Kimley-Horn study and community input — in a workshop on Tuesday, July 22.

The meeting will offer options — from basic state rules to a managed parking system — that aim to support downtown revitalization.

At its July 15 meeting, West Richland City Council discussed property maintenance and public safety issues, noting multiple properties cluttered with junk — council members proposed stronger nuisance code enforcement and forming a committee to review resident concerns — and they committed to more transparent city resource allocation. This move comes as an effort to address escalating local maintenance challenges.

Volleyball coach Chijo Takeda teamed up with Ikaika Ohana Volleyball to hold clinics in Richland over the weekend — he held sessions for kids and coaches that ended with a Special Olympics clinic on Sunday.

The event raised nearly $400 to help fund the Special Olympics volleyball tournament set for November.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

The Selena Experience with Fonozis

7-10 p.m. — Clover Island Inn — Cost TBA — Experience an extraordinary Selena tribute that transports you back to 1995 with every song.

Benton Franklin County Fair

Varies — Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo — Entry fee varies — Enjoy the diverse attractions of a beloved local fair with rides, exhibits, and rodeo fun.