After years of odious political behavior, it is time for elected officials to focus on governing our nation with civility and respect. It is time to go back to acting for the common good.

After a year of milestones and major developments in our community – from the Amazon warehouse coming online in Pasco to Costco’s decision to open a warehouse in Richland,  we’re pleased to present our final edition of 2024 to you.

Nine Tri-Cities area projects received $8.2 million in state funding, including for roundabouts in the busy Queensgate area shopping area that’ll be home to the Tri-Cities’ second Costco.

A Yakima-based early childhood education provider is partnering with the Roman Catholic parish in Benton City to bring a $3.8 million HeadStart preschool to the community.

A state-run housing program that has failed to deliver on its promise of providing longtime tenants a chance to buy their homes recently came under fire from Washington lawmakers.

It’s been more than a year since a state law passed to encourage more ADUs as a housing option, and some of the Tri-Cities have been seeing more interest in the little homes.

As a new year approaches, the region’s economy appears to be holding steady, with a bit of a slowdown typical for the winter season. 

The economic development that’s been synonymous with the Tri-Cities in recent years is primed to continue, experts say.

Inflation, building regulations and a persistent shortage of skilled construction workers continue to affect homebuilders.