Columbia Basin College’s intention to offer a new bachelor’s of applied science degree in respiratory therapy as early as fall 2025 is a breath of fresh air for Tri-City area hospitals.

Q&A with Avonte Jackson, executive director of Grace Clinic.

Three pediatricians decided to take a leap of faith and have lauched their own practice in west Pasco.

Kadlec has plans for a new medical office building with the capacity for 10 primary care providers.

The Kennewick Public Hospital District Board of Commissioners now includes a Kadlec doctor among its members. 

A proposed bill aims to update Washington laws so insurance companies follow standard care guidelines while easing administrative hassles and financial risks for providers. 

The large Franklin County operation reported high numbers of sudden death in their chickens at one of its farms on Jan. 22. Other birds were lethargic and showing additional signs of illness, prompting an investigation by state and federal veterinarians. 

He started at the Richland hospital in a part-time role helping with community outreach. In addition to providing the automated voice for Kadlec’s phone answering system, he connected with the community via radio, television and podcasts. He most recently served as Kadlec’s chief philanthropy officer after spending much of his career as director of communication. 

The goal is to have much of the work finished by the end of December 2025 with some work being finished up in early 2026.