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Pasco
Tuesday, March 17th, 2026
Good morning, Pasco. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 17th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Local radio stations 97 Rock and 102.7 KORD are giving away free tickets to the Monster X Tour at the Hapo Center on March 20 and 21. The event features monster truck races, wheelie contests, and pit parties (March 20 at 6:00-7:00 p.m., March 21 at 12:00-1:00 and 6:00-7:00 p.m.). KFLD
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ American Cruise Lines announced that the Burbank High Dock will serve as a passenger stop for Columbia and Snake River cruises when upgrades to the dock and access roads are complete before 2027. The Port of Walla Walla Commission approved a 20-year lease that will enable day-trip bus excursions. KFLD
- ➤ Liquidators will hold seven live online auctions starting March 25 to sell over $7 million in solar panels, trucks, laptops and office furniture from the bankrupt former Pasco-based solar company Solgen (formerly Purelight Power), with in-person viewings available March 25 and bidding starting March 26 at local and multi-state sites. Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ Drivers in the Tri-Cities are paying about $1 more per gallon, with AAA reporting $4.77 for regular unleaded gas on March 16. Increased demand and global supply concerns have led some stations to offer lower prices with cash payment or loyalty programs (GasBuddy noted variations). Tri-Cities Area Journal of Business
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Ty Cronenwett, a history teacher and track coach at Kennewick High School, received March’s Classroom Makeover from WaFd Bank — a recognition for his efforts to engage students both in and out of the classroom — as his team saw record participation this season. NBC Tri-Cities
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tri-Cities Airport welcomed a new airport rescue and firefighting vehicle with a ceremonial push-in event in Pasco. The upgrade replaces the 2009 unit with a $1.1 million investment that holds 1,500 gallons of water, 210 gallons of foam plus 500 pounds of dry chemical agent, and it operates with dedicated support from Pasco Fire Department. NBC Tri-Cities
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ FSIS has issued a public health alert for mislabeled turkey, pesto, and cheese stuffed pastry products sold at local Costco stores in Washington — shoppers should check freezers for 25.4-oz boxes marked with lot code 04926 and best-by date Feb. 18 and return any affected items. KFLD
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Candlelight Concert: Coldplay & Imagine Dragons
8:30-9:30 p.m. — REACH Museum — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical evening of Coldplay and Imagine Dragons classics performed by a string quartet under candlelight.
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