Good Day
Richland
Wednesday, December 17th, 2025
Good morning, Richland. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 17th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ John Penney, co-founder of Recovery Cafe Benton, will join a kickboxing match on Dec. 29 at Pasco HAPO Center to raise funds for the cafe's scholarship program. The event runs from 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. and is held in partnership with Northwest Kickboxing League + welcomes local volunteers. Apple Valley News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Bing Crosby’s rendition of 'White Christmas'—first heard on NBC's Kraft Music Hall—is the best-selling holiday record ever, with roots in Washington that local residents still celebrate. His early days in Spokane and Tacoma helped launch a legacy that continues to echo through our community. KFLD
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Washington State teachers may accept gifts valued at $50 or less per source per year under state law, and parents and students can offer flowers, tokens, or small promotional items (these exceptions do not count toward the limit). KFLD
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A levee breach along the Green River on Dec. 15 triggered flash flood warnings and emergency evacuations that affected nearly 80,000 residents; state officials urge communities to follow local alerts and emergency guidance (videos show severe damage) as rescue operations continue. KFLD
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Richland officials urge residents and owners affected by floods to report damage via the online form or by calling 509-628-0303 from 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The health district advises boiling water from flooded wells — and the National Weather Service forecasts a Yakima River flood crest by late Friday. NBC Tri-Cities
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ Tri-Cities HOME Consortium will offer zero-interest loans up to over $150,000 for home repairs for low- to middle-income households in the Tri-Cities in the new year — the program requires primary residence status, a lien-free property, and current payments, with details available from local city representatives. Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business
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Pilates in the Vineyard
10 a.m. - 1 p.m. — Barnard Griffin Winery — Complimentary wine included — Celebrate the season with Pilates, music, and holiday cheer in a beautiful vineyard setting.
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Trivia Night at Barnard Griffin Winery
6:30-8 p.m. — Barnard Griffin Winery — No fee — Gather friends and test your knowledge over wine and fun trivia rounds.
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New Year's Eve Bash
8:30 PM - 1:30 AM — Richland Riverfront Hotel and Conference Center — $30 admission — Celebrate the New Year with music, dancing, and a vibrant atmosphere.
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