Good morning, Pasco.

Spirit Halloween will open this Friday at the old Office Depot site at 1717 George Washington Way in Richland with store hours from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.—it will be the first Tri-Cities location and will offer popular costume themes like Deadpool, Squid Game, and How to Train Your Dragon for Halloween fans.

Authorities arrested two suspects after a gunpoint robbery on July 27 led a SWAT team to seize multiple guns, replica firearms, gun accessories, drugs, and related items; Mark Andrew Barnett (39) and Matthew Robert Miller (34) now face charges of first-degree robbery and second-degree theft.

Officers from the Kennewick Police Department responded on Wednesday morning near Southridge Sports Complex to a report of a man in body armor who pointed a firearm at bystanders+he did not follow commands and was safely taken into custody while facing charges of Assault 2nd Degree, Driving while License Suspended 3rd Degree and Obstructing a Law Enforcement Officer.

Senator Patty Murray visited Tri-Cities Community Health today to warn that proposed Medicaid cuts will hit central Washington hard since the 4th Congressional District has the highest Medicaid enrollment that many working-class families depend on.

She urged Representative Dan Newhouse to listen to local health leaders’ concerns—providers warn that reduced benefits could strain emergency room services if preventive care becomes less accessible.

Service dogs help people with disabilities, especially veterans with PTSD, by performing tasks like detecting early signs of distress today in public spaces.

Agencies urge travelers to respect these dogs by speaking with the handlers—ensuring the animals remain focused on their vital duties.

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.

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.

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.

Columbia Crossing Swim

4-6 p.m. — Columbia River — Registration fee required — Compete in a thrilling 1.5 mile open water swim across the scenic Columbia River.