Good Day
Pasco
Friday, May 15th, 2026
Good morning, Pasco. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 15th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Construction crews are finalizing the new aquatic center — set to open June 13 — that features two 30-foot water slides, a lazy river, a ninja course, a climbing wall and hot tubs. City management will host lifeguard training and use sales tax funds solely for facility upkeep. NBC Tri-Cities
- ➤ Pasco’s Pet Overpopulation Prevention will host its Pooch and Pal Fun Run Saturday at 9:30 a.m. at Columbia Point Marina Park in Richland (registration $30) to fund spay and neuter services; the event features 1K and 5K races plus a pet costume contest with a zoom and bloom theme. KEPR
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Old Dominion Freight Line opened a new 63-door distribution center in Pasco on Thursday afternoon. The facility is roughly twice the size of its former location and features state-of-the-art technology for security, fueling, automation + weighing operations, promising ongoing regional growth. Apple Valley News Now
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Benton Franklin Fair invites local vocalists to apply to perform the National Anthem at its fair and rodeo — applications are due by June 1. The event will feature concerts and rodeo shows and offers a stage for community talent. 610 KONA
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ NOAA warned that a record-setting El Niño—potentially the strongest ever—is building rapidly and could affect weather globally and in Pasco. Residents should check local forecasts for updated conditions. Apple Valley News Now
-
43rd Spring Show and Shine
May 25 — Columbia Park — Donations encouraged — Enjoy a day of classic cars while supporting local veteran organizations.
-
Big River Run
8 AM — Chiawana Park — Registration fees apply — Run along the scenic Columbia River with options for all ages.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The shoe that fits one person pinches another.
Know who said this? Send us an email!
Reveal the authorAbout Good Day Pasco
Welcome to the Good Day Pasco, your community newsletter that's anything but snooze-worthy, packed with positive, impactful local news + events across the Pasco, Washington community. If you like the Good Day Pasco, support us by subscribing to our email newsletter and sharing us with your friends and family in Pasco.
Advertising Opportunities
Advertising with us will make sure you stay at the top of everyone's mind—in Pasco and across Washington. You can learn more here. We'll work together to build a custom plan to hit your goals this year.
Alternatively, you can submit events, announcements, real estate listings, and job postings. We'll include them in our newsletter on whichever dates you like.
Community, delivered
Our hyper-local media company activates communities through daily email newsletters that curate the most positive, impactful local news + events – all for free.
Subscribe to Good Day Pasco
A free Pasco community newsletter.
- Daily local news
- We curate the most positive, impactful local news + events.
- 6AM City
- A publication of 6AM City, the nation's leading local newsletter-first media network. Nominate your city.
© 6AM City Inc. 2025. All rights reserved. Privacy Policy. Terms of Service. Questions? Contact us here
Sitemap: https://gooddaypasco.com/sitemap