4th of July shenanigans, new aquatics center, pizza spot closes, military day, and more. 
Happy Fourth of July, Tri Cities. You know the drill – grab your coffee (or whatever you sip in the morning), kick back, and let Tri Cities Brief serve up everything you need to know for the weekend ahead:
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New pool 🏊
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4th of July fun 🎆
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Sad day for pizza 🍕
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Things to do 📆
Let’s get to it.
📰 In the news
Pasco aquatics center rises: Walls are up at the $40.4 million Broadmoor facility in west Pasco, featuring indoor and outdoor pools, a party room, classrooms, concessions and locker rooms. It’s on schedule for a May 25th, 2026 opening — see the details.
Equine center closes: After 19 years of providing equine-assisted therapy in Pasco, Strides Therapeutic Horsemanship Center closed on June 18th due to funding shortfalls and depleted reserves — read the full story.
Kennewick pizza spot closes: Hellfired Pizza, formerly The Rock Wood Fired Pizza, shut its doors after 12 years in Kennewick, laying off 30 workers — read the full story.
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Highlights this week
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Guide to all 100+ WA construction projects
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Share your thoughts on transportation by 7/18
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Washington forest health survey results are in
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Memorial Park’s 4th of July bash is underway
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SDC offers free admission for military families
🫶 We got your back
Crunch time: When your stomach starts growling for something crispy, herby, and downright irresistible, Somer Bakery whips up golden falafel that’ll have you reaching for extra tahini—and maybe a second pita—faster than you can say “chickpea bliss.”
Frankly fantastical franks: When you need a quick bite that packs a punch, Doggie Style Gourmet is the reigning champ of mustard, relish, and risk-it-all topping combos. Think loaded chili-cheese dogs with a dash of sriracha and pickled jalapeños—because sometimes comfort food needs a kick.
Up, up, and away: SM Party Supplies has everything you need to keep your celebration floating high. From jumbo latex and foil balloons to streamers, plates, napkins, and even those sneaky confetti poppers, they’ve got the basics (and the bounce) to make any party pop.
Energy efficiency on a budget: New windows and doors may not seem glamorous, but they can deliver real savings — windows can reduce utility bills by 7-15% and doors by up to 35%. To sweeten the savings, Renewal by Andersen is offering $400 off per window and $850 off per door right now.
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📆 Tri Cities happenings
All events are subject to change without notice. Please check official event pages and social media for the most up to date information.
Today
🎆 Grand Old 4th of July Celebration @ Memorial Park | Friday (7/4) at 10 am – Pasco’s favorite all-day bash kicks off with a pancake breakfast, parade, classic car show and even a cardboard boat race. Stick around for Red, White & Swim, then end the night with a sky-splitting fireworks extravaganza at Gesa Stadium.
🔥 River of Fire Festival @ Columbia Park | Friday (7/4) at 2 pm – Kick off your Fourth with a full day of free family fun at Columbia Park: live entertainment, a kids’ zone packed with activities, and a rotating parade of food trucks to fuel your patriotism. Stick around for evening performances and fireworks to light up the sky in true Tri-Cities style.
📖 The Underground Book Club @ Caterpillar Cafe | Friday (7/4) at 6 pm – Dive into this month’s pick (or just eavesdrop) over coffee and treats at our cozy café gathering. Whether you’ve read the book or not, come voice your thoughts and meet fellow bibliophiles.
This weekend
🥕 Pasco Farmers Market @ Peanuts Park | Saturday (7/5) at 9 am – Discover an array of fresh, locally grown produce, seasonal blooms, and handcrafted goods under covered pavilions. It’s free to browse, snack on farm-fresh finds, and support Pasco’s vibrant community spirit—tote at the ready!
🤱 Babywearing Meeting @ Columbia Birth Center | Saturday (7/5) at 10 am – Parents, pack the carrier and your coffee for a supportive morning of playdates and babywearing tips. Borrow from our lending library, troubleshoot your fit, and swap stories with fellow caregivers. It’s free, it’s friendly, and it’s the coziest way to connect.
🖌️ Saturday Kids Studio @ Yellow Dog Art Studio | Saturday (7/5) at 10 am – Little Picassos and seasoned doodlers unite over 11×14 canvases, traceables, and boundless inspiration. All supplies and expert guidance included for just $20, so bring your imagination (and maybe a smock). Paint what moves you and leave with a masterpiece you’ll brag about all week.
🎖 Military Day @ Splash Down Cove Water Park | Saturday (7/5) at 12 pm – Salute our service members with free museum admission, temporary tats for the kiddos, and laid-back vibes all day. It’s the sweetest way to say “thank you” to veterans and active-duty families in your life. Swing by Pacific Clinic’s special hours, soak in some history, and snap those patriotic selfies.
🎸 Rock isn’t dead @ Ray’s Golden Lion | Saturday (7/5) at 7 pm – Dust off your leather jacket and crank the volume: this all-ages rock show is here to remind you why air guitar is an Olympic-level sport. Come support Metaphorical Lions and let your headbang do the talking. Drinks flow, amps glow, and the stage is set for pure rock ‘n’ roll mayhem.
🐱 Cat Adoptions – Tumbleweed Cat Rescue @ Paw’s Natural Pet Emporium | Sunday (7/6) at 11 am – Swing by Paw’s Natural Pet Emporium to meet your purr-fect match! Our rescue team will spill the tea on fostering, and you can even breeze through the adoption or fostering application online ahead of time.
🎤 RPW Presents Higher @ Jokers Comedy Club | Sunday (7/6) at 5 pm – Summer’s back in session at Jokers Comedy Club with RPW Presents Higher! Expect belly laughs and fresh stand-up sets guaranteed to lift your weekend vibes higher than your iced latte on a heatwave.
🎶 Live music & entertainment
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7/4 Chris Ward @ Goose Ridge Estate Vineyard – 4 pm
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7/5 The Sweet Lillies @ Emerald of Siam – 5 pm
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7/5 Dugi B. @ 3 Eyed Fish Kitchen – 6 pm
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7/5 Rock Isn’t Dead @ Ray’s Golden Lion Restaurant – 7 pm
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7/6 Austin Miller @ 3 Eyed Fish Kitchen – 11 am
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7/6 DJ Z-Luck @ 3 Eyed Fish Kitchen – 11 am
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7/6 RPW Presents Higher @ Jokers Comedy Club – 5 pm
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7/6 Cherry Poppin’ Daddies and more @ Clover Island – 7 pm
🏠️ Price Is Right – Tri Cities edition
How it works: We’re going to give you some facts about a home for sale, including a picture of the outside, the kitchen, and one additional room. Your job? Guess how much it’s listed for (preferably before you click to find out).
*This️ 👇️ could be your listing. Hit us up if you’ve got a home (or 12) to sell.
Listed by: Zara Ramonova (Retter and Company Sotheby’s)
In South Richland’s Westcliffe enclave, this Pahlish-built beauty flexes wood-beam high ceilings and a statement stone fireplace that could outshine your Netflix queue. Light floods the grand living and dining rooms, flanked by four generous bedrooms—one moonlighting as a mother-in-law suite with its own patio door—and a mudroom/laundry combo that scoffs at clutter.
Channel your inner chef in the gourmet kitchen with double ovens, a six-burner gas cooktop, pot filler, and island-on-island action. The master retreat pampers with a soaker tub and walk-in shower, while covered patio and fire pit flirt with a pool-ready yard, all framed by sweeping river and city vistas.
Make your guess, then (and only then)… see how much it costs →
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