The incomprehensible challenge is how to generate enough greenhouse gas-free electricity for our growing demands without nuclear power production and by taking out major hydropower projects.
Nuclear proponents acknowledge that not all tribes are necessarily on board with SMR development in the region. But they added that the ability for the tribes to achieve other environmental goals, such as removal of the power-generating Snake River dams, could be facilitated by SMRs coming online.
Dozens of unionized Hanford site workers suddenly ordered in mid-June to begin packing their offices as part of an office consolidation may not have to start putting boxes together just yet.
Local government officials hope a $1.2 million federal grant will lead to the revitalization of vacant lots and dilapidated buildings in areas across the Mid-Columbia.
Chateau Ste. Michelle’s top red winemaker grew up in the Tri-Cities visiting farms with his dad so it makes sense a career in the wine industry was what he was destined for all along.
These Pasco hay farmers diversified their farm 20 years and now grow thousands of ornamental trees for landscapers, contractors, nurseries and retail customers.