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Pasco
Friday, July 11th, 2025
Good morning, Pasco. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 11th of July.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ The Tri-Cities Brick Convention will be held on October 11-12 at the HAPO Center where LEGO fans can enjoy interactive builds, meet-and-greets with professional LEGO artists, and themed zones—tickets cost $14.99 and a portion of the proceeds will support Creations for Charity by providing new LEGO sets to underprivileged children. NBC Tri-Cities
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Columbia Basin College in Pasco received a $3.25 million gift from Battelle to create the Community STEM Learning Center for hands-on science and math learning. The college will use the funds to renovate an existing building — which has been unused until now — and offer new STEM opportunities to students, families, and teachers. NBC Tri-Cities
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pasco residents are invited to meet city manager finalists—Harold Stewart, David Stockdale, and Eric Swanson—at the Red Lion Hotel Pasco Airport and Conference Center on Sunday, July 13 at 7:00 p.m.; formal interviews with council members and community stakeholders will follow on July 14. NBC Tri-Cities
- ➤ Passengers at Tri-Cities Airport and other airports can now keep their shoes on during security checks due to a new TSA policy aimed at shortening wait times. Buck Taft, the airport director, said the change is made possible by advanced screening technology—Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem announced the measure to ease the travel process. FOX 41 Yakima
- ➤ Senator Maria Cantwell raised concerns over $20 million withheld from state firefighting funds (funding needed for the fire season) and questioned the delay with the U.S. Forest Service chief. The chief said the agency was evaluating the issue with OMB (which has yet to distribute over $280 million to forestry programs) as officials work on next steps. FOX 41 Yakima
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Today, Mondelēz Global LLC announced a nationwide voluntary recall of four sizes of RITZ Peanut Butter Cracker Sandwiches that are mislabeled as the Cheese variety—Washington residents with peanut allergies should check their pantries and discard any affected items. KFLD
- ➤ Walmart has recalled 850,000 Ozark Trail water bottles after consumers reported injuries when lids were forcefully ejected, and two people suffered permanent blindness. Shoppers in Pasco must return the bottles for a refund + call Walmart at 800-925-6278 immediately. KFLD
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Tri-City Dust Devils vs. Everett AquaSox
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Gesa Stadium — Check website for ticket prices — Catch the thrilling Minor League Baseball matchup between the Dust Devils and AquaSox.
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Breakthrough Basketball Essential Skills Camp
Fri-Sun, Jul 18-20 — Columbia Basin College — $97 fee for observing coaches — Improve basketball skills while having fun in an engaging youth environment.
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Shoreline Run
7:30-10:00 a.m. — Howard Amon Park — Registration fees apply — Participate in a 10K or a fun 2-mile run along the scenic shoreline.
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The Commodores Live Performance
7-11 p.m. — HAPO Center — $40-$1000 — Experience legendary Motown and R&B with The Commodores on their Greatest Hits Tour.
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Breakthrough Basketball Elite Skills & Playmaking Camp
Aug 1-3 — Columbia Basin College — $97 for observing coaches — Enhance your basketball skills while building character and confidence.
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Eerkes Memorial Auction & Golf Tournament
Various times — CBC Student Recreation Center — Email for sponsorship — A premier fundraising event supporting local youth with exciting auctions and golf tournaments.
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Conscious Living Expo
11 a.m. - 7 p.m. — HAPO Center — Check the event page for pricing — Explore holistic living and connect with like-minded individuals in a positive and welcoming atmosphere.
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