Construction has begun on a Richland apartment complex that was originally set to break ground in early 2022 but was delayed due to challenging market conditions.

The Port of Kennewick is feeling optimistic after receiving the results from additional soil testing at Vista Field, though it still must wait on feedback from the state Department of Ecology.

“Once we opened a brick-and-mortar location, we more or less doubled our clientele.”

A Kennewick mother with a lifelong love of sewing has transformed her home-based sewing lessons for homeschooled kids into a full-fledged sewing school.

The North American division of a Danish company that makes stone wool insulation from volcanic rock is awaiting state permits before building a $175 million plant south of Burbank.

A national egg producer continues to work toward opening its newest processing hub in Pasco and is looking for more farms to bring on board.

Manufacturing continues to be one of the fastest growing of the large industry sectors. 

“The support for the nuclear industry and the need for power has never been greater.”

The state Employment Security Department was scheduled to release its regular monthly employment report for September 2025 on Oct. 15, but it will be delayed until the federal shutdown ends. 

One of Kennewick’s current deputy fire chiefs will be the leader of the city’s fire department following a nationwide search.