A larger and more diverse fresh apple crop is forecast for 2023.
The Washington State Tree Fruit Association estimated this year’s crop at just over 134 million standard 40-pound boxes of fresh apples, a 28.8% increase from 2022’s 104.3 million boxes.
The two directors selected to oversee the Washington State University Tri-Cities’ new Institute for Northwest Energy Futures have the expertise and experience to establish the Tri-Cities as an energy hub for the state and nation, officials say.
The Kennewick Walmart store recently debuted its $1 million remodel.
The work at the store at 2720 S. Quillan St. features what Walmart is calling “customer-centric improvements,” which include a variety of updates, according to plans filed with the city of Kennewick.
Walmart store manager Carley Rooney highlighted...
The Tri-Cities Airport is getting a new nonstop flight to Phoenix and a new air carrier.
And the Pasco airport’s top official isn’t stopping there when it comes to working for even more growth. Buck Taft, airport director, said the hope is to add additional nonstop connections, including Portland,...
Plans for an advanced small modular nuclear reactor project in the Tri-Cities area that will generate carbon-free electricity have taken a major step forward.
Energy Northwest, which operates the Columbia Generating Station north of Richland and several other clean energy generating facilities,
Volunteers are needed to join a Chardonnay sensory panel to assist a researcher with Washington State University Viticulture and Enology program on the WSU Tri-Cities campus in Richland.
Participants will receive training to identify specific aromas and tastes in...
