Good morning, Richland.

Several fire crews responded to a brush fire near Finley on August 22 at about 3:48 p.m.—the one-acre blaze off Highway 397 was caused by a resident mowing their lawn and threatened several homes before additional teams were called at 4:18 p.m.

A fire in heavy brush burned at least one house east of Kennewick on Aug 22, threatening homes in the Finley area — firefighters are investigating the cause.

Parents in Richland are changing school lunch routines by adjusting portions and asking for kids' input to help meals get eaten and cut down on waste.

They now use simple methods like bento boxes & familiar foods to keep lunches nutritious and appealing.

Fox 11 Tri Cities has published 11 snack recipes aimed at busy students and parents that offer easy-to-pack options with little prep—such as Oven Baked Cheese Chips and Almond Flour Pretzels.

The recipes are designed for fast-paced school routines.

FOX41 Yakima and FOX11 Tri Cities published an article with 13 strawberry recipes that use the fruit in treats like pancake casserole and strawberry cheesecake.

The recipe collection shows fresh ideas for meals—simple steps to make the season's best flavors shine.

Plutonium Man Triathlon

9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — Washington State University Tri-Cities — $55-$70 — Compete in a thrilling triathlon with Olympic and sprint distance options along the Columbia River.

Tumbleweed Music Festival 2025

3:30-9:30 p.m. — Howard Amon Park — Free entry — Experience live performances from talented musicians including award-winning singer/songwriter Barrie Dempsey.

Tomato Tasting and Lecture with Schreiber Farms

6:30-8 p.m. — Barnard Griffin Winery — $30 entry, $25 for wine club members — Experience a unique blend of tomato tasting and wine pairing education.

Fiery Foods Festival

11 AM – 7 PM — Peanuts Park — Varies by vendor — Experience the ultimate celebration of spice with contests, food trucks, and local flavors.

Chavo Guerrero Wrestling Event

6-9 p.m. — Jokers Comedy Club — Free venue parking — Witness WWE and WCW legend Chavo Guerrero alongside Reactivate wrestlers in an all-ages wrestling show.

Taverna Tagaris 20th Anniversary Celebration

Time TBA — Taverna Tagaris — Reservations recommended — Celebrate two decades with live music, drink and food specials, and exciting prizes.

Zumbathon 2025 - at the Richland Community Center, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm

Join fellow Zumbies in a Zumbathon that brings our community together in support of Grace Clinic, the only free healthcare clinic in the Tri-Cities. Whether you're a seasoned Zumba enthusiast or a first-timer, this heart healthy event is your chance to dance for a cause, connect with friends, and win a prize - all while support a vital mission.