
Articles by Robin Wojtanik

Energy Northwest leaders aim to better promote benefits of nuclear power
Energy Northwest recently announced some changes, including a new CEO and promotions within its leadership team. This includes a decision by the company’s executive board to name Brad Sawatzke as…

New tapas restaurant serves up small plates, unique experience
When the ladies’ restroom is a must-see stop, you know the partners behind The Bradley want customers to notice every elegant finish of Richland’s new tapas restaurant and bar. “We…

FedEx facility gets $6 million overhaul in Pasco
A major expansion of the FedEx footprint is underway at the Tri-Cities Airport in Pasco. The local hub is getting a $6 million overhaul, increasing in size from 14,000 square…

Tri-Tech to offer high school training for in-demand drone careers
Tri-Tech Skills Center officials hope a new program that includes drone-making will show students the sky’s the limit when it comes to job opportunities and careers in the unmanned flight…

New riverfront restaurant open for dinner at Columbia Point
Committing to the belief that “it will be fun,” those behind the new Drumheller’s Food & Drink at The Lodge at Columbia Point are excited to open a restaurant before…

The Chicken Shack spreads its wings to west Pasco
A popular West Richland restaurant is expanding to west Pasco and eventually Kennewick. The Chicken Shack owner Steve LaMarr and his wife, Tracy, are preparing to open a second restaurant…

Queensgate dental hub to include five dentists, orthodontists
Multiple pediatric dentists and orthodontists are combining their talents to open two new offices in a new two-story building under construction in the Queensgate area of Richland by spring 2019.…

Benton, Franklin counties’ manufacturing job growth slows
Jobs in manufacturing have slowed down progressively during the last year across Benton and Franklin counties. The region appears to finally be catching up with the state growth rate for…