Good Day
Pasco
Wednesday, August 6th, 2025
Good morning, Pasco. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 6th of August.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ This afternoon crews from Benton County Fire District 1 responded to a brush fire near S. Meals Rd. and S. Ayers Rd. south of Finley— the fire was contained and no homes were threatened. NBC Tri-Cities
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ HAPO Credit Union completed its acquisition of Community First Bank and will build a new office complex on 7 acres near Clearwater and Uah Street — about a mile west of its current business center — with an 18,000-square-foot commercial center and a 10,000-square-foot call center. Permits have been approved and all 21 branches plus the five Community First locations will remain open during construction. KFLD
- ➤ JCPenney announced that it is selling its Kennewick store as part of a nationwide sell-off of 119 locations—its $947 million deal will close by September 8 with Boston-based private equity firm Onyx Partners, Ltd. Operations at the Kennewick store will continue as normal, allowing customers to shop without interruption. NBC Tri-Cities
ECONOMY NEWS
- ➤ A study by Ohio State University shows that guests at short-term rentals waste over $2.3 billion in food each year, effectively adding an unseen extra 5% cost to their stays. The research finds that families and younger travelers waste more and that hosts can help reduce waste by offering clear food disposal guidelines + donation options. FOX 41 Yakima
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Preliminary results for the 2025 primary election in Benton County show that Fire District #1 Proposition No. 1 passed with 59.31% of the vote while Brad Klippert won City of Kennewick Council Position 4 with 68.13%, and contests in Richland, Franklin, and Walla Walla Counties also reported early figures — all based on preliminary counts. Officials will update the community when final results become available. KEPR
- ➤ Washington State will change its clocks on Sunday, November 2 at 2:00 a.m.—most clocks will change automatically while some devices need to be set manually. Pasco residents should note the state still follows the federally mandated Daylight Saving Time schedule because a 2019 vote to end the practice awaits an act of Congress. 610 KONA
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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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Tri-Cities Powerhouse Comic Con 2025
10 AM - 5 PM — Red Lion Hotel Pasco Airport & Conference Center — Tickets available — The ultimate multi-genre pop culture and comic convention uniting all fandoms in Tri-Cities.
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Benton Franklin County Fair
Aug 18 - Aug 23 — Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo — Entry fee varies — Celebrate agriculture with rides, exhibits, and family-friendly activities at this local fair.
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