The state’s three largest public research institutions have signed an agreement to increase research collaborations and provide more research and training opportunities for students.The memorandum of understanding was signed recently by leaders at the University of Washington, Washington State University and Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.“By working together, we can increase...
Cousins’ Restaurant in Pasco will offer a free meal for veterans on Veterans Day on Nov. 11. Retired or active duty military personnel will be able to choose a meal from a special menu.Meals include home-style favorites like roast turkey sandwich, pot roast or a light meat loaf dinner.The restaurant...
Plans to open a West Richland food bank were unexpectedly delayed just before the scheduled mid-October opening date at the West Richland Senior Center.Space to accommodate two freezers and a refrigerator as well as enough electrical outlets proved to be a challenge at the senior center on North 60th Avenue,...
The Better Business Bureau Reports is warning consumers to watch out for scams involving fake business websites advertising inexpensive sports gear.In one instance a consumer reported that they attempted to buy something at seahawksofficialnflonline.com using PayPal, which was an advertised method of payment. After placing the order, they were asked...
Workers compensation workshop set for Oct. 18The Washington State Department of Labor and Industries is offering a free workshop for employers from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Oct. 18 at its regional office at 4310 W. 24th Ave., Kennewick.Attendees will learn about how businesses can control workers’ compensation costs by sharing...
Book chronicles state hop historyWashington state supplied 75 percent of the U.S. hop harvest in 2015. The agricultural commodity’s cultivation can be traced to 1852 Oregon Trail pioneer Ezra Meeker, and Dennis M. Larsen’s book, “Hop King: Ezra Meeker’s Boom Years” covers this journey.“Hop King: Ezra Meeker’s Boom Years” is...
NEW BUSINESSESBlankSpace is now open at 5453 Ridgeline Drive, Kennewick. BlankSpace serves tea, juice, holds workshops and has a studio for events, photoshoots, etc. Hours: 7:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday and 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Saturday. Contact: blankspacetricities.com, FacebookBombing Range Brewing Company has opened at 2000...
