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So Much for a White Christmas in the Tri-Cities!

Andrew Kirk — Tue, 25 Dec 2012 07:02:14 +0000

The weather was absolutely gorgeous Monday afternoon. I took my daughter down to the river to throw rocks in and I just couldn’t muster sadness for the lack of snow. If you can’t have a white Christmas, the next best thing is a beautiful, sunny Christmas in the Mid-Columbia!

Best Inflatables for the Summer

Ashley Davis — Sun, 15 Jul 2012 13:00:04 +0000

Blowup those toys and relax in the water during the remainder of these next few Summer months.

Here are some of the best and weirdest inflatables for you and the whole family!
1. Intex Sea Turtle Ride On

For $21.50, this giant Turtle provides fun filled water entertainment for kids ages 3 and older. With large air chambers and durible handles, you are guaranteed not to be worrying about a cheaply made product. So throw out that old inflatable ring and jump on this life size water creature!

8 Creative Towels for Playing in the Water

Stacy Kim — Sun, 15 Jul 2012 12:58:12 +0000

The image of typical beach towels being boring ol’ rectangle-shaped is out! This summer, spice up your beach outfit with something else. Here are some creative beach towels that will help you be “cool.” hi-Sun: Who knew a beach towel can turn into something more than a drying material? A product from hi-Fun.com [...]

Best Boat Docks in the Tri-Cities

Stacy Kim — Sat, 14 Jul 2012 13:00:10 +0000

It’s boating season! Thanks to the three rivers, the Tri-Cities provides many places for boat launches and docks. Here is a map of some of the popular boat facilities in the Tri-Cities. Click on the placemark to read the description of each place, provided by Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office. For more information, click here. [...]

Boaters and Bikers Beware the Columbia River is Running High

Paul Drake — Thu, 28 Jun 2012 22:26:05 +0000

The Columbia River will be at or near flood stage over the next few days. If you plan on boating, playing in the river, or in some areas running along the river - use caution. Expect swift cold water and large debris throughout the river. Grant County PUD is working on the spillway of Priest [...]

Best Ways to Skim the Columbia River in Tri-Cities

Ashley Davis — Sun, 17 Jun 2012 13:48:45 +0000

The summer season is fast approaching and what better way to spend free time in the Tri-Cities than on the Columbia River! Inner tubing, water skiing, and wake boarding are just some of the many activities that I enjoy throughout the summer months. Not only will your tan after multiple hours in the blazing sun [...]

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

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 [...]

What I'll Miss About Summer!! [VIDEOS]

Faith Martin — Tue, 04 Oct 2011 14:04:18 +0000

If you’re anything like me, you may feel we were cheated of the long hot summers that we’re used to. Maybe it’s just my perception, but it feels like we had a shortened summer and I’m sad to see it go. As the years pass…I try to hang on to the things I do in [...]

Andy Miller Swims To Raise Money [VIDEO]

Faith Martin — Fri, 23 Sep 2011 14:35:36 +0000

Prosecutor Andy Miller completed the six mile swim from Richland to Kennewick Thursday to raise money for My Friends Place. A soon-to-be homeless shelter for teens.

A boat followed Andy as he swam from the Howard Amon Park, to the Edison Street area of Columbia Park.

Rippin' Lips On The Columbia

Chuck Hall — Wed, 13 Jul 2011 21:44:03 +0000

I had the opportunity to scratch one of my bucket list items Tuesday, with help from Atwood’s N.W. Guide Service. I finally reeled in a 7 and half foot sturgeon. (it could have been 8 foot, it wasn’t holding still enough to measure it) Here is how I did it. Scott and Scott picked us [...]

High Water Warning – Columbia River

Paul Drake — Fri, 03 Jun 2011 22:53:02 +0000

The Army Corps of Engineers warn boaters of high water and swift currents on the Columbia River. Some boat launches along the Columbia River might not be accessible. The Bureau of Reclamation issued a warning about high water flows, debris, strong currents and very cold water through at least the next week. This photo was taken in [...]

Underwater Search And Rescue Robot Needed [VIDEO]

Faith Martin — Wed, 01 Jun 2011 15:39:26 +0000

Franklin County Coroner Dan Blasdel and Franklin County Sheriffs Deputy Terry Brown visited us in studio this morning to talk about the need for a Sarbot Underwater Search and Rescue Robot! Find out more about the Sarbot device created by SeaBotix.

The response time for rescuing people from the Rivers is amazing with this robot!