The 3 Rivers Community Foundation distributed a record $372,501 in grants to 77 local nonprofits during its annual Celebration of Philanthropy luncheon on Dec. 10 in Kennewick.

For the third time in 2025, a Mid-Columbia agricultural operation has agreed to a settlement with state justice officials for reportedly treating workers unfairly. 

Walla Walla is increasingly known for its 120 wineries and tasting rooms. What many might not know, however, is that the town is also home to the No. 1-selling red wine stain remover.

A member of the Kennewick Public Hospital District who was among its board members to sell a then-bankrupt Trios Health and is now a supporter of the effort to turn the former downtown Kennewick hospital into a recovery center is stepping down. The deadline to apply for the board vacancy is Jan. 29. 

Amazon will fund an underground water storage project capable of storing up to 1.2 billion gallons of potable water for the city of Hermiston, where the online retailer operates several data centers. 

Twenty drivers whose hearts may have sunk when they saw flashing lights in their rearview mirror last week quickly had them lifted.

A Central Richland shop offering locally popped varieties of kettle corn, as well as its associated businesses, will close Dec. 31.

The most requested route for travelers using Tri-Cities Airport is back after a seven-year absence. 

A Richland restaurant known for its Bang Bang Shrimp dish closed permanently yesterday.

At least five individuals – four Republicans and one Democrat – have either confirmed they will seek the 4th Congressional district seat or are considering a run.