One Tri-City girl's death gives another life Oct 24, 2009
She's been home schooled at her Pasco home in recent years after becoming too ill to be in a classroom since leaving Horse Heaven Hills Middle School in Kennewick. But she still has asked for trips to the mall and movie theater in her wheelchair, her mom said. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Elite arm wrestlers expected for Stuffy's II tournament at Kelso Theater Pub Oct 22, 2009
Devin Mackin, who graduated from R.A. Long High School in 1996, has had success on the state circuit by winning his division in the state championships in August in Kennewick, the JeffCo Expo in April in Port Townsend and the Irish Games in the Pasco in March. I just got back from Kansas City where I competed against the same guys you see pulling on ESPN, he said. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Kennewick council declines request to ban illegal immigrants Oct 22, 2009
-- The city of Kennewick won t be booting illegal aliens out of the city ... Nichols pressed the council two weeks ago for an answer to his request that the city have a policy banning illegal immigrants from living in Kennewick ... Beaton said the city can only prosecute misdemeanor violations, and that any violations of the Immigration and Nationality Act fall outside Kennewick s legal reach. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Ducks, Beavers recruiting classes among Baseball America's Top 25 Oct 21, 2009
The right-hander from Kennewick opted for college rather than sign with Minnesota Twins. Oregon is beginning its second baseball season after a 28-year hiatus. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Ducks, Beavers baseball recruits praised Oct 21, 2009
The right-hander from Kennewick, Wash. opted for college rather than sign with Minnesota Twins. (KGW Northwest NewsChannel 8, OR -- Sports)
Jepsen named GNAC co-Player of the Week Oct 20, 2009
Jepsen, a 5-foot-11 sophomore from Kennewick (graduate of Kamiakin High School), led the Vikings to victories over Western Oregon, 3-1, and Montana State Billings, 3-0. She had a. (Wwuvikings.com)
Kennewick woman, 99, wires $2,200 to fake grandson Oct 20, 2009
Kennewick woman, 99, wires 2,200 to fake grandson ... KENNEWICK An unsuspecting 99-year-old woman has fallen prey to scammers after she wired 2,200 to a man in Canada who claimed to be her grandson and said he needed money to get out of jail ... The grandmother believed the telephone caller Sept. 30 when he introduced himself as her "favorite grandson," then proceeded to follow his orders to send cash through a Western Union transfer to Vancouver, B.C., according to Kennewick police. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Kennewick thieves clip expensive riding mowers Oct 17, 2009
Kennewick Kennewick police are searching for suspects responsible for an unusual series of thefts in recent weeks. Four high-valued riding lawn mowers have been swiped overnight from the yards of three homes and a church since Sept. 26, Sgt. Ken Lattin said. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Spokane man accused in two homicides claims self-defense Oct 17, 2009
Investigators allege the shooting deaths were planned, and a Spokane County District Court judge ordered Harvey held on 1 million bond for two first-degree murder charges after he and Diane L. Richardson were arrested Oct. 10 in Kennewick, two weeks after the Sept. 26 killings. Richardson, 34, is being held on 250,000 bail for one count of first-degree rendering criminal assistance. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Freeman lands job in Wash Oct 16, 2009
The Kennewick Irrigation District offered a 105,000 contract to Chuck Freeman on Tuesday morning to head the organization ... He received a 123,000 severance package from Coos Bay, but if he accepts the job in Kennewick, he ll have to pay some of it back, said Coos Bay s acting city manager Rodger Craddock ... If kennewick has issues that is their problem. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
In nuclear cleanups, not even rabbit droppings can be ignored Oct 16, 2009
The flights were first reported by The Tri-City Herald newspaper of Kennewick, Wash ... The flights were first reported by The Tri-City Herald newspaper of Kennewick, Wash. (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
New exhibits coming to Agua Caliente Cultural Museum Oct 15, 2009
Two new exhibitions are slated to open at Agua Caliente Cultural Museum on Wednesday, Oct. 21, Kennewick Man on Trial and Raw Earth and Fire Clouds. Kennewick Man on Trial explores important legal, ethical, and scientific issues raised by the accidental discovery of a nearly complete male skeleton with a projectile point lodged in his right hip ... This skeleton, unearthed in 1996 in Kennewick, Washington, is described as Caucasoid and carbon dated between 5,650 and 9,510 years old. (Desert Entertainer, CA)
Former CB manager lands in Washington Oct 14, 2009
The Kennewick Irrigation District offered a 105,000 contract to Chuck Freeman this morning to head the 90-year-old organization. He is slated to start his new job Nov. 2. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Fall chinook season closing early at Hanford Reach Oct 14, 2009
Past Month's Most Commented Stories. Tuesday, October 13, 2009 11:16 PM PDT. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Kennewick family saves dog dragged by pickup Oct 12, 2009
"To be honest, my wife, my daughter and I had a conversation," said Jason Bond of Kennewick. "Some people have pets, and some people have family members who are animals.". (Longview Daily News, WA)
Prep Notebook: Trendy 'Wildcat' formation has local roots Sep 22, 2009
Mead of Spokane leads the Class 4A poll, followed by Graham-Kapowsin and Kamiakin of Kennewick. In Class 3A, Eastside Catholic of Sammamish is ranked first, followed by Bishop Blanchet of Seattle and Mount Spokane. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Kennewick woman, 78, meets family for first time Sep 21, 2009
"I've been so blessed," Howell said last week, sitting with Schultieses in the living room of her Kennewick home ... The Kennewick woman has a photograph of her birth mother framed in her living room. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Kennewick, Wash., fire captain dies in Idaho crash Sep 16, 2009
A Kennewick fire captain has died in a motorcycle crash in Idaho ... He joined the Kennewick Fire Department in January 1995 and was promoted to captain and paramedic in 2003. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Latest Scores-September 11 Sep 12, 2009
12 Wenatchee 31, Kennewick 14 West Seattle 28, Franklin 13 West Valley (Spokane) 50, Lakeside (Nine Mile Falls) 8 White River 24, Sumner 10 Willapa Valley 14, Toutle Lake 0 Wilson, Woodrow 28, Stadium 25 Winlock 14, Ocosta 0 Zillah 47, Columbia (Burbank) 0. Copyright 2009 by. (KIRO TV, WA)
Nevada Gold Announces First Quarter 2010 Financial Results Sep 11, 2009
The casinos are The Crazy Moose Casino, located in Pasco, Coyote Bob's Roadhouse Casino, located in Kennewick, and the Crazy Moose Casino, located in Mountlake Terrace in close proximity to Seattle ... The Colorado Grande Casino in Cripple Creek, Colorado, the Crazy Moose Casino in Pasco, Washington, the Coyote Bob's Roadhouse Casino in Kennewick, Washington, and the Crazy Moose Casino in Mountlake Terrace, Washington are wholly owned and operated by Nevada Gold. (Primezone Releases)
Mora Setting the Bar For 2009 Sep 11, 2009
--The Rams have two Washington state products in fullback , who played at Kentwood High in Kent, and injured defensive tackle , who played quarterback at Kennewick High in Eastern Washington. BY THE NUMBERS: 2 -- Number of wins St. Louis has since former Seattle kicker left the Seahawks to sign with the Rams in 2008. (SeahawksInsider.com)
Saturday's Statewide Football Scores Sep 6, 2009
South Kitsap 35, Kennewick 14. St. John-Endicott 60, Highland Christian 20. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Cross Country Begins with Inland Northwest Clash Meet Sep 3, 2009
freshmen Andrew Gonzalez (Kennewick) and Andrew Kimpel (Spokane) join the WSU harriers after very successful and experienced prep careers. JULIAN'S TAKE ON THE CLASH MEET: "This is an opportunity for our athletes to get a feel again for cross country. They spent a lot of the year between indoor and outdoor track to being on the oval, so this Saturday really is just about getting back on the grass and on the mud and gravel.". (Wsucougars.com)
Vancouver woman fights to get her dog back from rescue agency Sep 3, 2009
Past Month's Most Commented Stories. Wednesday, September 2, 2009 10:45 AM PDT. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Pantless man corraled in horse harassment Sep 2, 2009
-- 26-year-old Kennewick man was arrested after repeatedly harassing a neighbor s horse, causing it to twice break through an electrical and barbed-wire fence in Finley, authorities said. In one incident, Brandon R. Hankel, was reportedly spotted by the horse s owner, inside the corral, with his bare bottom hanging out, chasing after the horse, said Benton County sheriff s Capt. Steve Keane on Monday. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Tickets for Off-Site `Home' Basketball Games on Sale Saturday Aug 29, 2009
Saturday's ticket sale will include the men's and women's games in Kennewick and the men's game in Seattle ... The games included in the presale are the Tri-Cities doubleheader at the Toyota Center in Kennewick, Wash. (Wsucougars.com)
Women's Basketball To Host Tennessee, Unveil 2009-10 Schedule Aug 28, 2009
Following a trip to Kennewick, Wash. for a neutral site game against Washington State (Saturday, December 19, TBA), San Francisco will return to The City to host Tennessee on Tuesday, December 22 at 7 p.m. The game will mark the Lady Vols' first appearance on the Hilltop in program history. (Usfdons.com)
Cross Country to Begin Julian Era Aug 26, 2009
Andrew Gonzalez (Kennewick, Wash. and Andrew Kimpel (Spokane, Wash. (Wsucougars.com)
Jaw bone, teeth found in Columbia River near Richland Aug 26, 2009
In 1996 a prehistoric skeleton known as Kennewick Man was found in the Columbia near Kennewick ... pangborn wrote on Aug 25, 2009 8:43 PM:" Find out what it is. If it's native give to the natives. I think it came on a ship from Mars like the Kennewick man. ". (Longview Daily News, WA)
Psychologist says murder suspect feigning incompetence Aug 22, 2009
-- A state psychologist has determined that a Kennewick man accused of gunning down a Pasco father is pretending to be incompetent to avoid his murder trial. The report in the case of Ramon Garcia-Morales concludes that he had the capacity to have the necessary premeditated intent to commit the Dec. 10 crime. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Copperfield calls sex assault suit extortion Aug 21, 2009
The woman, a 22-year-old fashion model and former Miss Washington USA contestant, says in papers filed in U.S. District Court in Seattle on July 29 the deadline for a two-year statute of limitations that she met Copperfield, now 52, at a performance in Kennewick in January 2007, the Seattle Times reports. That summer, she says she was invited to the island, where the alleged sexual assault took place. (MSNBC -- News)
2009 GNAC Preview: Vikings eye fifth GNAC volleyball championship Aug 21, 2009
Sophomores (5-11, Kennewick, WA - Kamiakin) and (5-8, Puyallup, WA - Rogers) both also saw extensive duty last year. Jepsen, who will move into a middle blocker spot after playing primarily on the right side last year, averaged 1. (Wwuvikings.com)
Woman sues David Copperfield for sexual assault Aug 20, 2009
She says she met Copperfield during a January 2007 performance in Kennewick and that year she was invited to his private island. The Times says the lawsuit was filed July 29 in federal court in Seattle against David Seth Kotkin, Copperfield's given name. (Anchorage Daily News)
Can Tri-Cities be a boon to Cougar sports? Aug 18, 2009
Then basketball coach announced he would be taking his team to Kennewick this winter to play Portland State ... The Tri-Cities -- Richland, Pasco, Kennewick and surrounding environs -- boast a collective population of 235,000 that is just more than two hours by car from Pullman ... We clearly have room to grow our support coming out of Richland, Pasco and Kennewick, says Fox. (Cougfan.com)
BPA celebrates wind-energy production milestone Aug 18, 2009
In all, 22 wind farms, including the Nine Canyon farms above Kennewick, contributed to the record hour of wind-energy production. Six of those wind farms came online within the past year. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Kennewick store unveils lawn mower trade-in program Aug 16, 2009
KENNEWICK A longtime Kennewick business and a lawn mower manufacturer on Friday unveiled a new trade-in rebate program for mowers. Cash 4 Junkers, modeled after the popular Cash for Clunkers car sales program, made its debut at Farmers Exchange, a family-owned business that's been a downtown fixture for almost 90 years. (Longview Daily News, WA)
More of this story Aug 13, 2009
But the Laurel Dodgers historic run came to an end with a 7-6 defeat to Kennewick, WA in the Northwest Regional A championship game on Tuesday in Kearns, UT. ... In the semi-final Laurel won 2-1 over Kennewick in an outstanding baseball game ... On Tuesday Kennewick beat Powell. (Laurel Outlook, MT)
South Coast reaches World Series Aug 12, 2009
By Staff Reports Wednesday, August 12, 2009. The South Coast squad scored in the bottom of the seventh inning to beat the Idaho state champions 7-6 in the championship game of the Norhtwest Regional at Moscow, Idaho, on Sunday. (Coos Bay-North Bend The World, OR)
Trial delayed for Kennewick breeder charged with neglecting dogs Aug 7, 2009
Kennewick The lawyer for a 66-year-old woman accused of breeding about 370 American Eskimo dogs on her Kennewick property, only to neglect them, said Thursday he needs more time to review a thick stack of documents in the case. Peyman Younesi pushed the trial date for client Ella L. Stewart back to Oct. 12. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Benton County suspects first human West Nile case Aug 7, 2009
Six infected birds have been found so far this year in West Richland, Richland, Kennewick and Prosser. "This widespread West Nile virus activity indicates a high risk of cases to residents and visitors in our area," said Susan Shelton, environmental health specialist for the Benton-Franklin Health District. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Obama administration's efforts to block Yucca Mountain waste dump is irresponsible Aug 6, 2009
On Tuesday, the Tri-City Herald in Kennewick, Wash. reported that a lengthy study expected to shape final decisions on the cleanup of the Hanford nuclear reservation has been delayed due to the administration s decision to block the opening of the Yucca Mountain repository. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Tri-Cities burglary suspect found in freezer Aug 6, 2009
Kennewick police say a burglary victim awoke Tuesday night to find two men looking for items to steal in her bedroom. They fled. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Cougars Announce 2009-10 Men's Basketball Schedule Jul 31, 2009
12), Bone's former team Portland State in Kennewick (Dec ... The last time WSU played a game in Kennewick was Dec. 22, 1997 against Eastern Washington. (Wsucougars.com)
Sun Belt Dominates First Half 2009 Foreclosure Rankings but Unemployment-Related Foreclosures May Be Spreading Jul 30, 2009
67 199 Kennewick- Richland-Pasco, WA Total 65 0. 08 1,317 -65. (PR Newswire)
Forest plan changes scrapped Jul 19, 2009
Terry wrote on Jul 18, 2009 4:57 PM:" I guess Kennewick Man was just here visiting friends.Your so-called facts are false. ". M. Sean Manion wrote on Jul 18, 2009 12:18 AM:" Hey Terry: Uh, that would have been NOBODY. The native tribes have been PROVEN to have been here in excess of 14,000 years. If you research your Oregon history, the early white settlers (or their government) DID steal the land through treaties not kept, and payments equal to about 11-23 cents an acre. I suggest you read the... (Klamath Falls Herald & News, OR)
Community news Jul 16, 2009
Bos is currently interning for the Washington State Police in Kennewick, Wash. He is the son of Larry and Debbie Bos of Jerome and the grandson of Jack and Dianne Van Beek and John and Henrietta Bos, also of Jerome. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Kennewick dog breeder pleads not guilty to animal cruelty Jul 10, 2009
The 66-year-old Kennewick woman, Ella Louise Stewart, entered her pleas Thursday in Benton County Superior Court to one felony count of first-degree animal cruelty and nine gross misdemeanor counts of second-degree animal cruelty. Trial is set for Sept. 14. (Longview Daily News, WA)
CC Notebook: Former Red Devil McCaslin finds his stride on golf course Jul 10, 2009
The NWAACC Men s and Women s Basketball Championships will be held at Kennewick s Toyota Center for at least the next three years, according to a story that appeared in the Tri-City Herald newspaper. The 2010 edition of the tournament will be held March 6-9, beginning on Saturday and ending on Tuesday. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Nevada Gold Announces Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2009 Financial Results Jul 9, 2009
The Colorado Grande Casino in Cripple Creek, Colorado, the Crazy Moose Casino in Pasco, Washington, the Coyote Bob's Roadhouse Casino in Kennewick, Washington and the Crazy Moose Casino in Mountlake Terrace, Washington are wholly owned and operated by Nevada Gold. The Company has an interest in Buena Vista Development Company, LLC which is working with the Buena Vista Rancheria of Me-Wuk Indians on a Native American casino project to be developed in the city of Ione, California. (Primezone Releases)
Officials planning non-binding vote to gauge support for Longview/Kelso merger Jul 8, 2009
"Competition spawns efficiencies & competition is always healthier than Socialism.Ever wonder why Reno & Sparks, St. Paul & Minneapolis, Pasco & Kennewick plus many others do NOT merge? " ... Kelso, WA wrote on Jul 7, 2009 1:56 PM:" Hauskapoika: Are you saying the US and Canada or Mexico should just merge? Borders are for cats and dogs. Why don't we just get rid of the US? Wrong answer! Kelso and Longview should NOT merge, just as the US should remain independent!! Singlemom76: What does... (Longview Daily News, WA)
210 fugitives arrested in Eastern Washington roundup Jul 7, 2009
Twenty-seven agencies participated in the fugitive sweep, including the Kennewick, Richland, Pasco and West Richland police departments and the Benton County and Franklin County sheriff's offices. Police departments and sheriff's offices in the Yakima Valley and the Basin also took part. (Longview Daily News, WA)
California Sprinter Signs with Washington State Track & Field Jul 3, 2009
16 Andrew Gonzalez, distance runner Kennewick, Wash. - Ran PR in 3200m of 9:10. (Wsucougars.com)
Washington congressman raises alarm about government spending Jul 1, 2009
Past Month's Most Commented Stories. Tuesday, June 30, 2009 9:59 AM PDT. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Hurt Captures Amateur Championship Jun 28, 2009
Hurt had a number of teammates competing in the event, including rising senior (Kennewick, Wash. who finished in eighth place with a total of 289 (+1). (Wsucougars.com)
Owner of Kennewick puppy mill faces additional charges Jun 27, 2009
More charges have been filed against a Kennewick, Wash. woman who is accused of failing to feed and care for 370 American Eskimo dogs. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Coug puts 'Hurt' on course to take WA Amateur Jun 27, 2009
Cougar senior Kevin Tucker out of Kennewick finished in eighth place with a 289 total (+1). Nick Ellis, a WSU junior out of East Wenatchee finished tied for 12th with a 292 total (+4). (Cougfan.com)
Current, Former and Future Cougs Playing in WSGA Men's Amateur Jun 25, 2009
Ellis and Tucker are tied for 12th place, only four shots back of the tournament leaders. PULLMAN - A number of Cougars competing in the Washington State Golf Association's Men's Amateur Championship completed their first round of play Tuesday at the Palouse Ridge Golf Club. (Wsucougars.com)
Coon, Graham, Koppenberg and Porter are 2008-09 WWU Athletes of the Year Jun 23, 2009
A school first, both Male and Female awards have co-winners (Wwuvikings.com)
Sparks from train likely cause of Tri-Cities fire Jun 22, 2009
Sparks from a passing train likely caused a fire in Kennewick that was brought under control Saturday night. Benton County fire officials say no one was injured in the blaze and only one structure a shed was damaged. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Track & Field Signs Four Prep Standouts for 2009-10 Jun 19, 2009
47), Named Yakima Valley Male Track Athlete of the Year Andrew Gonzalez, distance runner Kennewick, Wash. - Ran PR in 3200m of 9:10. (Wsucougars.com)
Column: Journalists test skill against UW's Lawrie Jun 19, 2009
So was the kid from Kennewick who was pitching to me. Except he was 6 feet tall, had a full beard and looked like it was entirely possible that he drove himself to the game. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Knappa standout Jesse Moreland headed to LCC Jun 17, 2009
LCC coach Jim Roffler is impressed with Moreland s work ethic and passion for basketball, two intangibles the Devils lacked in their runner-up finish in the NWAACC Men s Basketball Championships at Kennewick in March. Jesse loves to play basketball and he s made a lot of positive strides each year at Knappa, he said. (Longview Daily News, WA)
Bone eyes PSU in Kennewick; baseball pro news Jun 17, 2009
WASHINGTON STATE HAS scheduled a home basketball game with Portland State on Dec. 19 at the Toyota Center in Kennewick. The Saturday night game will be held when Pullman is typically fairly deserted after the students travel home during the Christmas break. (Cougfan.com)
Round-by-round results Jun 16, 2009
Minnesota Twins -- Anthony Bryant, RHP, Kennewick (Wash. HS 763. (ESPN -- Baseball)
People lining up to adopt rescued Kennewick dogs Jun 6, 2009
Jenna Bell, volunteer coordinator for the Spokane Humane Society, holds a yawning 4-week-old puppy on May 29 that was among the 371 rescued from the Sun Valley Kennel in Kennewick ... Lots of people want to adopt one of the dogs rescued from a Kennewick puppy mill. (Longview Daily News, WA)
