New Costco opens in Tri-Cities: Richland’s second warehouse at 3125 Queensgate Drive opened on Aug. 8 with gas pumps, EV charging and three membership tiers packed with perks — find out which membership is right for you.
Tri-Cities winery champion: After more than 22,000 reader votes in a 32-winery bracket, the Latino-owned Palencia Wine Company’s Palencia and Monarcha labels emerged as the region’s top winery — find out what set them apart.
Tri-Cities on a budget: Karlee’s $25 challenge has taken her to wine tastings, baseball games and Live@5 music nights across the Tri-Cities—all without going over budget. Now she’s asking for your pick for her next stop — find out.
Tri-Cities painted rock movement: Local artists are brightening parks, coffee shops and riverbanks with hand-painted and leather-wrapped stones, turning small gestures into meaningful community connections — find out how this creative hobby works.
WSU Tri-Cities craft brewing: A new year-long hybrid Brewing Certificate kicks off in September 2025, blending flexible online modules with immersive in-person camps, requires no prior experience, and offers a 40% early-enrollment discount plus a dedicated diversity scholarship fund — find out how to enroll.
Other Tri Cities headlines this week
- Washington is priciest state for staying connected
- Tri-Cities seeking applicants for diverse public roles
- Columbia Ability Alliance launched 2nd Giving Blitz
- Port of Kennewick celebrates 110th anniversary
- Kennewick Police connect at National Night Out
- River’s toxic algae spurs Tri-Cities alert
