3RCF launches funding campaign

3 Rivers Community Foundation has launched its “Meet the Moment” campaign to raise funds to provide grants to nonprofits in Benton and Franklin counties. 

An anonymous donor has stepped forward with a $50,000 matching challenge, matching every dollar donated through Sept. 30. 

3RCF already has raised nearly $13,000, and all donations will directly support 3RCF’s grantmaking initiatives. A 1.5% administrative fee goes toward sustaining its operational capacity. 

Call 509-735-5559 for more information.

Tickets on sale for holiday concert

Mannheim Steamroller is coming to the Tri-Cities this November. 

Tickets are now on sale for Chip Davis’ Mannheim Steamroller Christmas, set for 6 p.m. Nov. 30 at the Toyota Center in Kennewick. 

The show will include 15 musicians playing more than 20 instruments along with a multimedia background. 

Go to: bit.ly/november-30-concert.

Columbia Basin Veterans Center names new executive director

A longtime public servant and advocate for veterans and community development has been named as the new executive director for the Columbia Basin Veterans Center in Pasco. 

Kristopher Dahir relocated to the Tri-Cities from Sparks, Nevada, where he served on the city council. He also served as the board chair and founding president of the Nevada Veterans Memorial, a statewide Gold Star memorial honoring fallen service members. 

For over five years, he was a chaplain at the Northern Nevada State Veterans Home, offering spiritual care and support to residents and their families. He also was selected as Veteran Supporter of the Month by Nevada Gov. Joe Lombardo and the Nevada Department of Veterans Services.

He holds a bachelor’s degree in psychology with a minor in Christian counseling from Liberty University, a master’s degree in organizational leadership from Regent University, and is currently pursuing a Doctor of Education in organizational leadership.

Dahir has served as a pastor at churches in Las Vegas and Reno, traveled to more than 40 countries teaching leadership principles, and supported private Christian education for more than two decades. He also served as a professor for eight years at Multnomah University, where he taught courses in principled leadership.

Richland rolls out mobile security cameras to boost safety

Solar-powered mobile security cameras are being installed at Richland’s Claybell Park, Badger Mountain Community Park and the city-owned parking lot at the Uptown Shopping Center. These areas were chosen based on an uptick in street racing, gang activity, vandalism, illegal dumping and theft, according to a release from the city.

The mobile units offer flexibility to move as needed, whether to respond to emerging crime hotspots or offer additional security at big events like the Ironman Triathlon, the city said. If the program proves effective, the city may make the units permanent and expand their use to other areas.

Richland officials emphasize that privacy remains a top priority. Video footage will be stored for about 30 days, unless needed for investigations, and access is limited to authorized personnel in line with city policies. The goal, they say, is to enhance security without compromising public trust.

Chris Waite, director of Parks and Public Facilities, said the initiative is part of a broader push to improve public spaces and safety and one of several measures being implemented, including a proposal to reduce park hours of operation.

Tri-Cities in-home care provider expands to Walla Walla

A Kennewick-based in-home care provider has expanded its services to Walla Walla. 

Solutions In-Home Care celebrated its grand opening at 1410 Plaza Way, Suite B, Walla Walla, in late July.

Solutions In-Home Care was founded in Kennewick in 2010 by Heather Michael, and today she and her three sons run the business, which covers south central and southeast Washington. Walla Walla native Dane Conklin is the Walla Walla branch manager.

The senior population is growing both in the U.S. and in Walla Walla, with 20% of Americans in the U.S. projected to be 65 years or older by 2030. In Walla Walla, 21.4% of residents will be 65 years or older by 2030. 

Solutions provides hospice home care, dementia home care, in-home medication administration, respite home care, personal care and companionship care. 

The Kennewick location is at 7401 W. Hood Place, Suite 204. Call 509-207-7999.

Alzheimer’s Association celebrates move to Kennewick location

The Alzheimer’s Association chapter serving the Tri-Cities region has moved its office from Richland to  5219 W. Clearwater Ave., Suite 14, in Kennewick.

The Washington and North Idaho Chapter celebrated the move with a ribbon-cutting event on July 29, though the office moved into its new digs in April.

The office is open by appointment only. Call 509-321-4579 or go to alz.org/alzwa.

The recent ribbon-cutting event also encouraged attendees to sign up for the chapter’s big fundraiser, the 2025 Walk to End Alzheimer’s. Set for Oct. 4, the 2-mile walk begins at John Dam Plaza in Richland and aims to raise $125,000. Money raised will go toward the care, support and research efforts of the Alzheimer’s Association. 

Go to: act.alz.org/site/TR/Walk2025/WA-WashingtonState, or call 509-207-7999.