Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of June.
Good morning, Pasco.
Tri-Cities Animal Shelter in Pasco has Swiss Roll — a 68-pound Labrador mix known for her cheerful personality and command of English and Spanish — available for adoption at a $50 fee; she is spayed, microchipped, and vaccinated.
City officials held a ribbon cutting for the new $45 million aquatic center that took four years to complete; residents toured lap pools & lazy river on Friday, and swimming will begin June 27.
A new restaurant, Metztli Cocina Bar, is set to open soon in Richland — at the former Public House 255 location — and will offer traditional Mexican dishes like sizzling fajitas and fresh guacamole to the Tri-Cities community.
Richland is set to welcome Metztli Cocina Bar as it prepares to open soon in the old Public House 255 building; locals will enjoy authentic Mexican dishes and handcrafted cocktails (inspired by family recipes and local heritage) from restaurateurs Maigh and Will Willingham.
A high pressure system will keep Pasco dry this week; temperatures will reach mid-90s on Monday and Tuesday and gusty winds on Tuesday and Wednesday will dry vegetation further — a setup that could lead to fire weather alerts.
Ben Franklin Transit will offer free bus, dial-to-ride and Connect services in July to boost ridership — rideshare trips remain charged.
The board approved the program on June 11 and additional summer routes will connect residents to the World Cup fan zone and the Pasco Aquatic Center.
Tri-Cities governments set legal times for fireworks approaching Independence Day.
Pasco, Kennewick and Richland list fireworks hours from June 28 to July 5 with changing daily start and end times — West Richland allows fireworks on July 2, 3 and 4. Residents can check local sites for guidelines.
The Seahawks and the Big Bro Joe Foundation will host a youth football camp on Saturday at 9 a.m. at Lampson Stadium in Kennewick where current and former players will share mentorship, leadership + football skills with local youth, and community members are invited to attend.
River of Fire Festival
2-10 p.m. — Columbia Park — Free entry — Celebrate the 4th of July with family fun, live music, delicious food, and a stunning fireworks display.
Hillsboro Hops vs. Tri-City Dust Devils
7:05-8:05 p.m. — Gesa Stadium — Tickets available — Catch the live baseball action as the Hillsboro Hops take on the Tri-City Dust Devils.
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