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Kidz Dig Rigz This Weekend!

Greg DeLange — Thu, 16 May 2013 15:09:38 +0000

What is Kidz Dig Rigz? TURBO-CHARGED FUN!! Kidz Dig Rigz 2013 Climb Aboard! Saturday, May 18, 2013 at Columbia Park! The 2013 Kidz Dig Rigz event is sponsored by Numerica Credit Union and presented by The Pediatric Champions Society of Kadlec Foundation. Kidz Dig Rigz is a unique, family-friendly event that allows kids of all [...]

Miranda Lambert Adopts Another Dog

Paul Drake — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 18:08:28 +0000

Miranda Lambert is adding another dog to the family and you can too! She recently tweeted this picture of a stray dog she rescued from the side of the road. A fan replied and asked if she will be keeping the dog. Miranda says it is under discussion with hubby Blake Shelton. Miranda has decided [...]

When Are The Tri-City Water Follies Columbia Cup Hydroplane Races?

Andrew Kirk — Fri, 23 Mar 2012 20:03:09 +0000

The 2012 Tri-Cities Water Follies will be Friday, July 27, through Sunday, July 29, this year.
The Unlimited Hydroplanes race for the Lamb-Weston Columbia Cup is the main attraction.
Tickets are on sale now for

Ready To Take The Plunge For Special Olympics? [VIDEO]

Big Bear — Fri, 20 Jan 2012 23:45:20 +0000

It all happens tomorrow! The 2012 Polar Plunge for Special Olympics! Here is Bear’s checklist! Swimsuit (Speedo) Swim cap (flowers) Tennis shoes (no bare feet) Wife with video camera Warm vehicle to change in Small brain Check! Looks like I have it all! If you want iot make a donation and help add to Bear’s [...]

Kennewick Polar Plunge Join Team KORD [VIDEO]

Paul Drake — Wed, 11 Jan 2012 22:25:12 +0000

On January 21st hundreds from around the area will take the plunge! Polar Plunge is a fun way to support local Special Olympics athletes. All you have to do is sign up and have your friends, relatives, and co-workers sponsor you! Dress up as a character or just go in your swim suit. Who can [...]

Can You Guess What Event Draws 3.1 Million Athletes?

Andrew Kirk — Tue, 06 Dec 2011 16:51:29 +0000

Worldwide, the Special Olympics sees participation from more than 3.1 million athletes with intellectual disabilities in 175 countries.

Special Olympics began in 1968 in Chicago and were organized by P.E. teacher Anne McGlone Bu

Join KORD in Polar Plunge

Andrew Kirk — Wed, 30 Nov 2011 22:57:41 +0000

Join Team KORD at the 2012 Kennewick Polar Plunge for Special Olympics Washington. Team KORD is Freezin’ for a Reason and we want you to be a part of it! Don’t be left out in the cold! Become a part of team KORD and help us raise money for Special Olympics of Washington! Then, take [...]

Annual Ameri-Canine Idol Weekend Success! [PHOTOS + VIDEO]

Faith Martin — Mon, 23 May 2011 15:03:08 +0000

McCurly Integrity Subaru, Meadow Hills Veterinary and the City Of Kennewick pulled together an awesome event on Saturday! Ameri-Canine Idol was a fun day for dogs and their owners. Dogs of all shapes and sizes were invited to participate!

Ameri-Canine Idol This Weekend!!

Faith Martin — Wed, 18 May 2011 14:06:36 +0000

I’ve been invited to help host this years Ameri-canine Idol Contest this weekend along with City of Kennewick Programmer Greg Sambrano. McCurly Integrity Subaru is a huge sponsor this year along with Meadow Hills Veterinary Center. And, if you go to the McCurly Subaru store at the Autoplex in Pasco, you can pick up a free stuffed [...]

Kadlec Foundation Kidz Dig Rigz In Pictures

Big Bear — Mon, 16 May 2011 13:41:15 +0000

What a great saturday in Columbia Park watchin' kids playin' around on big rigs, tractors, fire equipment, police cars even getting their picture taken with the Oscar Meyer Weinermobile! Thanks Tri-Cities for supporting this fun event and we'll be back next year! Here is this year's event in pictures!

Randy Travis Will Perform in Tri Cities

Faith Martin — Tue, 19 Apr 2011 20:45:40 +0000

The Riverfront Concerts kicks off its 2011 concert series with country music legend Randy Travis. The country star performs Thursday, June 23rd at Columbia Park in Kennewick. The venue gives music enthusiasts a one of a kind concert experience. First class artists perform in breathtaking surroundings, views of the Columbia River, boats, and famous bridges. [...]

14th Annual "Kids Fishing Day" in Columbia Park

Faith Martin — Fri, 15 Apr 2011 15:35:22 +0000

Now in it’s 14th year, City of Kennewick “Kids Fishing day” will happen the first weekend in May! On Saturday, May 7th fishing will be open for kids 5-14 years old. Each child will be limited to three fish. And will be given a Shakespeare rod & reel combo and a T-shirt. The Kids Outside [...]

Name The Golf Course!

Big Bear — Thu, 24 Mar 2011 13:32:27 +0000

The classic Columbia Park Golf Course has re-opened but it needs a new name! There is on-line voting going on now for Kennewick’s Columbia Prk Golf Course. The city has decided to rename the course. The on-line voting will run thru Saturday. Here is the link http://www.playcolumbiapark.com/survey.php?page_id=3471 The names that you can choose from are: [...]