Good morning, Pasco.

Pasco Aquatic Center will open on June 27 and offer lap swimming areas + a lazy river, hot tubs, and a ninja course along with indoor party rooms for events.

A ribbon cutting and tour is scheduled for June 12, though swimming will not be allowed that day.

On Saturday, the Country Meadows fire near Badger Canyon was 90% contained as officials scaled back evacuations and firefighters prevented damage to over 150 homes while investigators confirmed a human cause.

Waitsburg School District is preparing for next fall by planning summer professional development, student support strategies and exploring a possible four-day school week — discussions also include ways to reduce student screen time in Walla Walla County.

The Country Meadows Fire in Benton County is 90% contained, burning 1,700 acres after firefighters used bulldozers and helicopters over the weekend; officials now urge locals to keep drones grounded so air support can operate safely at Clodfelter & I-82 down to Locust Grove.

A GAO report says the Hanford cleanup site faces major staffing shortages that may slow waste treatment efforts.

The department is evaluating whether to build a new grout facility + ship waste off site to speed cleanup.

The Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife is hosting a Free Fishing Weekend on June 6 and 7, giving anglers a chance to fish on lakes, shorelines, and piers (excludes salmon, steelhead, sturgeon, halibut, and all shellfish) while standard rules apply.

Residents can enjoy free fishing on June 6 and 7 across lakes, shorelines, and fishing piers as Washington Department of Fish & Wildlife hosts Free Fishing Weekend (a license is still needed for salmon, steelhead and certain species).

Big River Run

8 AM — Chiawana Park — Registration fees apply — Run along the scenic Columbia River with options for all ages.