Two longtime Kennewick volunteers were recognized and praised for their work to make their city a better place to live.Candice Bluechel, who “inspires everyone she works with,” was named Kennewick Woman of the Year, and Wayne Bell, who “leads by example and is the first to get his hands dirty,”...
To submit a promotion, new hire, award or donation, go to: tcjournal.biz/customer-service/submit-news.GRANTSThe Wildhorse Foundation, a community fund established by the Confederated Tribes of the Umatilla Indian Reservation, recently announced grant awards for fourth quarter 2022. The quarter marked a record for the total amount awarded in a single quarter by...
The video featuring one of the Tri-Cities’ most famous scientists and adventurers plays for visitors at the CPCCo Planetarium at the Pasco college. It’s one of several new features at the facility, which has reopened after a two-month break for upgrades, including new projection and lighting systems in the theater and a revamped lobby that now has learning elements.
An established hotelier with several properties already operating in the Tri-Cities plans to open a new hotel in south Richland, near the Fairchild Cinemas at Queensgate.Kam Sahota, founder and chief executive officer of Eternal Hotels, said construction is expected to start around November of this year. The hotel will be...
New food co-op signs building leaseThe Tri-Cities Food Co-op’s Steering Committee signed a lease for its new home on April 6.Alan Schreiber, who is leading the effort, told the Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business that the co-op will be able to move in within a month or so.“This gives the...
The Costco in Kennewick is replacing its refrigeration system and giving its “freshline” departments an overhaul — and it’s staying open during construction.In fact, the remodel already is underway. It’s expected to take about seven to seven-and-a-half months and wrap up around September, said Thomas Olson, general manager.“We’re committed to...
Sephora devotees will soon have another place to browse and buy the retail chain’s colorful makeup palettes and other curated beauty, fragrance, skin and haircare products locally.
The Kohl’s at 1457 Tapteal Drive in Richland is set to undergo a remodel to add space for Sephora.
A headstone maker who designs memorials for famous clients is planning to construct a new building for his business in Pasco.Tim Morris, owner of Headstones by Cemetery Tim, recently bought 2.65 acres just west of City View Cemetery in Pasco. He paid $700,000 for the four parcels, according to property...
The Port of Kennewick has a new partner in its work to recruit businesses for the Vista Field redevelopment project.Port commissioners approved an agreement to work with the Tri-City Development Council, or TRIDEC, to entice businesses to be part of what’s envisioned to be a vibrant, walkable mixed-use development near...
Documents filed under Washington’s environmental review process reveal a list of projects in the works for the Mid-Columbia.The State Environmental Review Act, or SEPA, often provides the first look at the mixed-use projects, mini storage facilities, apartments, industrial expansions, subdivisions and more that are working their way through the various...
