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Rise and shine, Tri Cities!
In today’s planning-your-week edition: Open call for creators, speed cameras eyed in school zones, and hands-on Indian cooking class + all our favorite events happening over the next seven days.
Today’s sponsor, American Hartford Gold, is helping folks around the Tri Cities protect their savings as gold and silver continue to gain momentum. Their free guide explains what’s driving the surge… and what to know before adding precious metals to your portfolio. Grab your free copy here.
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đź“° In the news
Open call for creators: Pasco is inviting artists to exhibit at City Hall in 2026 and 2027. The Pasco Arts and Culture Commission will select six artists. The deadline is March 22, 2026 — see how to get involved.
New approach to driver oversight: Richland City Council is considering expanding traffic enforcement with speed cameras in school, hospital, work zones and state routes. Red light cameras could follow. No decision has been made yet — learn what’s being considered.
Honoring combat-wounded veterans: An effort is underway to make Kennewick a Purple Heart City as Columbia Basin Veterans Center and VFW Post 5785 partner, installing a parking sign and urging businesses to join — get all the details.
Nothing prepares you for a pet emergency: I learned that the hard way after charging $10k to a credit card for life-saving surgery on my cat, Miss Stache. As soon as we got home, I signed up for Spot. It’s super affordable – and reimburses up to 90% of the bill.
Compare rates for free: The national average for car insurance is around $175/month. Paying more than that? Same, so I did some shopping around and ended up cutting my premium in half. If you haven’t checked in a while, you’re probably overpaying too — here’s the comparison tool I used.
Highlights this week:
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🏆 Gold and silver are heating up
Together with our sponsor American Hartford Gold
Gold just posted its strongest run in decades… and the momentum is carrying into 2026. Silver has become one of the most talked-about assets as investors look for ways to stay ahead of market volatility.
While many are still sitting on the sidelines, others are quietly repositioning.
If you’re wondering whether you’re missing something, AHG has a free guide explaining what’s driving the renewed interest… and how investors are approaching precious metals right now.
It’s free and worth reading before the next move.
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🫶 We got your back
Craving cozy noodles: When the day needs a reboot, Pho Road 68 ladles deeply savory phở, including the Beef Phở Special with a beef rib, plus vermicelli bowls and real-deal bánh mì. Pile on herbs, dunk crispy Vietnamese egg rolls, and settle into simple comfort.
Stitch something fun: Need a nudge to finally cut into that fabric stash? At Sandy’s Fabrics & Machines, you’ll find bolts you actually want to sew, idea-sparking patterns, and friendly classes that get you unstuck. Perfect for a quick midweek creativity boost or a weekend reset.
Home-cooked happiness alert: The Busy Bee Diner serves from-scratch breakfasts and lunches with weekly specials that keep things lively, plus house-made freezer jam you’ll want on everything. Expect real comfort food without the fuss or the sticker shock, all in a low-key spot that feels like home.
What doctors wish every 65+ adult had at home: Physicians call it “long-lie,” and it’s the real reason falls are so dangerous for older adults. It’s not a broken bone… it’s lying on the floor for hours waiting for someone to notice. We dug into the options that actually solve this problem, and one stood out. See which one →
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📆 Our favorite events this week
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All events are subject to change without notice. Always check official event pages for the most up to date information.
🦆 Duck Duck…Spring! Paint @ Kindred Spirits | Thursday (3/12) at 6:30 PM – Round up your lady or gent crew for a spring paint night with Aubrey at Kindred Spirits, where all the supplies, instruction, and aprons are handled. Show up early, sip a zero-proof something, snag a bite, and let your duck come out delightfully wonky.
🦀 4th Annual Crab Feed @ Eagles in Pasco | Saturday (3/14) at 1:00 AM – Annual indoor crab feed, live music, and it’s free, so you can save the splurge for bread, plants, and that wildly necessary glitter cup. There’s kid fun, coffee or herbal tea for us, local art to peruse, and a mystery surprise, because of course.
🥞 Flapjack Fundraiser Pancake Breakfast @ Applebee’s Grill + Bar (Pasco, WA) | Saturday (3/14) at 8:00 AM – If you’ve been waiting for a sign to eat pancakes for a cause, consider it found. For $15 at Applebee’s on Road 68, you get pancakes, bacon or sausage, eggs, and a beverage, while supporting LCBAS’s work for birds. Get tickets at door or online.
🥧 Pi(e) Day @ Layered Cake Artistry (Kennewick) | Saturday (3/14) at 10:00 AM – Celebrate Pi Day the way grown-ups do, with pie at Layered Cake Artistry. Slices, sweet treats, and Grace and Gather Coffee Co. on pour, because math is easier with caffeine and butter. Pop in for a sugar fix, or watch for preorder details.
🍛 Hands-On Indian Cooking Class: Chaat Special @ Red Mountain Kitchen (Kennewick) | Sunday (3/15) at 11:00 AM – Skip another burger run and learn Mumbai’s favorites at Red Mountain Kitchen, where a savvy home chef teaches Pav Bhaji, demos Vada Pav, and blends mango lassi. Real spice work, great stories, then you eat with fellow Tri-Citians, and feel pleasantly superior to takeout.
🚗 Pacific Auto Fest @ HAPO Center (Pasco) | Sunday (3/15) at 1:00 PM – Whether you’ve been wrenching since shop class or just like shiny things, this Tri-Cities car show rolls in with gleaming customs, performance builds, and proper tire-kicking. Expect food trucks, vendors, live tunes, and giveaways, plus family fun. Kids 12 and under free, tickets available.
🎨 Community Art Supply Swap @ Tri-Cities Food Co-op (Richland) | Sunday (3/15) at 2:00 PM – Time to liberate those lonely paintbrushes and half-used skeins. FrogPatch and Tri-Cities Food Co-Op are hosting an indoor spring Art Supply Swap, free and family-friendly. Bring what you can, take what you need, and finally see your studio floor again.
Live music & entertainment:
Wanna see more? Browse our full events calendar →
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🔥 Worth a peek
We’re always on the hunt for useful resources, deals, services, and products we think you’ll love. Here’s what caught our eye this week.
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đź“» Tri Cities report
Weather forecast
Today – High: 51°F – Low: 32°F – Precip: 11%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 51. Southwest wind 9 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph. Later: Partly cloudy, with a low around 32. Southwest wind 6 to 15 mph, with gusts as high as 24 mph.
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Tomorrow – High: 51°F – Low: 37°F – Precip: 6%
Mostly sunny, with a high near 51. Southwest wind 6 to 14 mph, with gusts as high as 22 mph. Later: Mostly cloudy, with a low around 37.
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