The Tri-Cities City Council unanimously approved $1.2 million for Riverside Park renovation, aiming for completion by fall 2027, marking a significant development in public space investment.
Tri-Cities School District expanded preschool programs at Keewaydin Discovery Center and Tri-Tech Skills Center to serve more young learners, while the district also published a complete list of all schools and programs as of July 10, 2026.
The Tri-Cities Board of Directors approved a $500,000 community project to revitalize downtown parks on July 10, 2026, complementing the park renovation efforts.
Public safety updates include the Franklin County Sheriff's Office locating a juvenile in Port Richey following an attempted identification, and Pasco Sheriff's Office confirming Richard Zukosky, a 60-year-old missing person, has been found safe. However, searches continue for Justin Moore (18, last seen July 3 in Land O’ Lakes) and Christopher Vasquez (missing in Pasco).
State Fire Services mobilized for the Ryegrass Coulee Fire (600 acres, Vantage) and Chelan Hills Fire (400 acres, Orondo), with evacuations in effect for the Ryegrass Coulee Fire near Vantage threatening homes and power lines.
Kennewick updated public notice procedures for meetings and ordinances, requiring 10-day notice periods for public hearings, following RCW requirements. Benton County also released 2026 board meeting agendas for public review, including Planning Commission and Law and Justice Council sessions.
The Tri-Cities Board of Directors approved new overdose prevention policies with applications due July 10, focusing on harm reduction and community support.
What to watch next: Riverside Park renovation timeline, school program expansion impacts, and wildfire containment efforts at Ryegrass Coulee Fire.