Good morning, Pasco.

Hot air balloon rides began on April 17 and continue to fly over the Tri-Cities to show famous tulip fields at Middleton Farms daily (through May 7).

Riders can choose a 60-minute full ride for $325 or a tethered ride for $15 (available at sunrise and sunset) to enjoy a fresh spring view.

Families in the Tri-Cities will enjoy three Easter egg hunts this weekend, including the West Richland Community Hunt on Saturday, April 19 (9:00 to 11:00) that offers a pancake breakfast and treats, and a free WIT Adults & Kids Hunt later that day that requires reservations; meanwhile, Summer’s Easter EGGstravaganza on Sunday, April 20 (11:00 AM to 2:00 PM) will feature local vendors, pony rides, and family fun.

Washington State University Tri-Cities will host a free Showcase for Research and Creative Activities on April 23 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.—112 students will present 51 original projects to the public.

The School of Engineering and Applied Sciences will hold its Design Expo on April 25 from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.—15 design projects from 69 students will be shown across several rooms.

A recent report explains that residents do not have to get a REAL ID for domestic travel because a passport card does the same job for flights, trains, and federal facilities.

Long waits at the DOL have led one local to choose a passport route—Pasco’s post office now accepts walk-ins Tuesday through Thursday from 2 to 3 p.m.

The Franklin County Board of Commissioners released a Washington State Auditor’s report that found financial mismanagement at the jail—showing that a food service firm failed to send required quarterly statements since 2018, resulting in $937,000 in unpaid commissary funds and the county paying about $1.2 million extra for medical services. Sheriff Jim Raymond said Corrections Commander Keilen Harmon discovered and recovered the missed funds—he added that the sheriff’s office will investigate further and meet the new county administrator on April 22.

Hot air balloon rides began on April 17 and will run daily until May 7, offering 60-minute basket rides over the famous tulip fields at Middleton Farms.

The rides include a short tethered option and provide scenic views (including the Columbia River, vineyards and mountain backdrops) in the Tri-Cities.

Kasia's Decluttering KickOFF!

12-1 p.m. — Online Event — Free entry — Discover effective decluttering strategies to transform your space and mind.

Circus On Ice

3-4:30 p.m. — HAPO Center — Cost not specified — Experience the magic of elegant ballet on synthetic ice combined with traditional circus acts.

Easy Daisy Paint & Sip

6-8 p.m. — Magill's Restaurant and Catering — Includes supplies — Unleash your inner artist as you paint beautiful flowers with a sip of your favorite drink.

CES Innovation On The Move – PNW

5 AM – 2 PM — Three Rivers Convention Center — Check website for costs — Explore cutting-edge Automation and IoT solutions with industry experts and hands-on labs.