Saturday, September 6th, 2025

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Good morning, Richland. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 6th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Benton Franklin Fair ended a five-day event that drew 123,333 fans, provided 30,641 free rides by Ben Franklin Transit and CCPCo, and served 6,719 elephant ears while generating $1.5 million at the Market Stock Auction and awarding $10,000 in youth scholarships. The main rodeo arena will be remodeled soon—doubling seating to 6,000 for future events. KONA
- ➤ The Benton Franklin Fair 2025 drew 123,333 fans over five days—30,641 got free rides from Ben Franklin Transit while fairgoers enjoyed 6,719 elephant ears. The fair set records with a $1.5 million Market Stock Auction and awarded $10,000 in youth scholarships as it plans to remodel its main rodeo arena to seat 6,000. The KEY
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Washington State Patrol trooper Sarah Clasen is charged with vehicular homicide after a March 1 crash allegedly caused by drunk driving killed 20-year-old Jhoser Sanchez in Horn Rapids — investigators say the case is ongoing. KEPR
DRINK NEWS
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ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Benton Clean Air Authority placed the area under an air quality advisory because smoke from five fires to the west and one to the south has worsened, causing burning eyes and runny noses. Residents are advised to reduce outdoor activity and stay indoors if possible — the advisory will continue until conditions improve. KONA
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Wildfire smoke from fires to the west and south has led the Benton Clean Air Authority to issue an air quality advisory in Richland with pollutant levels in the Unhealthy For Sensitive Groups range. Residents, especially older adults and children, are advised to limit outdoor activities and keep windows closed — outdoor burning is banned until conditions improve. The KEY
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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