Good morning, Pasco.

Pasco High School teacher Gabriela Whitemarsh was named 2026 Washington State Teacher of the Year on Sept 30 — an honor that recognizes her excellence in teaching.

The Teach the Children Homeschool Resource Center opened its doors on Sept.

30 in West Richland—offering a curriculum preview library, student enrichment classes, and parent training workshops to support local homeschooling families. More than 400 families are expected to use the center during its first year.

Pat Hale was elected in 1994 in Washington's 8th Legislative District and championed small business and public safety until she left the Senate in 2004 to join the US Small Business Administration’s National Advisory Council—she is remembered in the Tri-Cities for her lasting leadership.

Michael Salgado 30th Anniversary Concert

7-11:59 p.m. — High Point Concert & Event Center — VIP Tables $925, General Admission $55 — Experience an unforgettable night with Michael Salgado and special guests in a stunning outdoor setting.