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2012 Outdoorsman Expo Is THIS Friday Through Sunday!

Andrew Kirk — Tue, 04 Sep 2012 21:03:40 +0000

Chief RV’s second annual Outdoorsman Expo for lovers of gun sports, camping, fishing, hunting, RVs, boats, water sports, man caves and more will be at the Pasco TRAC Sept. 7-9. Organizers are planning for a giant fish tank for demonstrations, a Dock Dogs of Tri-Cities show, a gun show, a swap meet, SCUBA demonstrationsATV dealers, [...]

Bear Went In And He Came Right Back Out!

Big Bear — Fri, 31 Aug 2012 22:43:46 +0000

Ok so I have reached that age where I need to start keepng an eye on things. I had a very close friend of mine that hated doctors and never had a colonoscopy done. He died from colon cancer at the age f 54. I am 51 and I am planning on living a long [...]

Support the Wishing Star Banquet Sept. 14! [AUDIO]

Big Bear — Tue, 28 Aug 2012 23:35:13 +0000

The 4th annual fundraiser banquet for Wishing Star is coming on September 14th at the Red Lion in Pasco. Always a great time and it’s your chance to help out children with life threatening illnesses. Wishing Star would like to invite you to support their cause and enjoy a fabulous dinner, listen to some of [...]

Final Pics From the Fair

Jene Iceberg — Sun, 26 Aug 2012 12:37:41 +0000

In case you haven’t seen the two previous posts, I’m continuing a series of pictures taken late at the Benton Franklin Fair. It’s a different crowd & we wanted to show it to you!

Benton Franklin Fair – Late Night Edition [PHOTOS]

Jene Iceberg — Fri, 24 Aug 2012 21:30:47 +0000

During the day at the fair, we see the petting zoo, children running around with their parents and lots of family fun! But what happens after the sun goes down? I headed down to the fairgrounds to check it out, and this is what I saw! Tell us what you think. Waiting 10 minutes to [...]

Adorable Animals at the Benton Franklin Fair [PHOTOS]

Pasha Skirko — Tue, 21 Aug 2012 22:44:36 +0000

4-H and FFA showed their animals today.

Here Are Ways to Help Taylor Bridge Fire Victims & Firefighters

Big Bear — Thu, 16 Aug 2012 21:28:21 +0000

There are many businesses and organizations offering to collect donations for the victims and the fire departments. We asked people to share with us opportunities they knew of to help.

Help Us Compile a List of All Ways to Help Taylor Bridge Fire Victims

Big Bear — Wed, 15 Aug 2012 22:36:27 +0000

Share a way to help that you're aware of and we'll compile all the suggestions into one list.

Bear Has To Keep A Closer Eye On His European Family

Big Bear — Tue, 14 Aug 2012 00:15:10 +0000

This summer Mama Bear and I took a trip to Ely, MN to get up close and personal with some distant cousins of mine. What an adventure watching these black bears in the wild, climbing trees, foraging, and well just generally being bears. No sooner do we get home that I get this story about [...]

Famous Dog Picture Goes Viral [VIDEO]

Big Bear — Mon, 13 Aug 2012 22:52:49 +0000

My wife showed me this now famous picture a few weeks ago. When I read the story my heart broke. Here is a man on Lake Superior that takes his 19 year German Shepard out into the lake to relieve the dog's arthritis and the dog falls asleep in his arms as his master swims out into the lake

Time To Get Your Weekend Plan Together!

Big Bear — Thu, 09 Aug 2012 21:16:39 +0000

So did you know that NFL Football started last weekend? Guess I shouldn't have let the cat out of the bag. Don't worry fall is not here yet! Still plenty of summer! Lots to do! Head to a farer's market, go and listen to some great music, do some wine tasting.

Thank you to our friends at the Tri-Cities Visitor & Convention Bureau we have a rundown of all the events happening around the Tri Cities this weekend! Make a plan and have some fun!

Hysterical Haunted House Reaction [VIDEO]

Jene Iceberg — Wed, 08 Aug 2012 13:00:28 +0000

I wish I were able to watch Ellen more often. She is so funny and this video is nothing short of gut busting. Watching this in the studio today made me tear up from laughing to hard. So of course I had to share it with you all!

If you wanna be just as scared as Amy in this video, come check out our very own haunted house this year! For more info on it, hit "LIKE" on our Facebook page

Tri Cities Crimestoppers Crime Of The Week!

Big Bear — Tue, 07 Aug 2012 22:29:43 +0000

Ever thought you could be a detective? Well you don't have to be but if you are in the right place at the right time or if you can provide information leading to the arrest or that helps solve a crime you could be in for a reward!

Tri Cities Crimestoppers is featuring this Crime Of The Week

Kennewick Police National Night Out Is Tuesday Night At Southridge Event Center

Big Bear — Mon, 06 Aug 2012 22:45:29 +0000

National Night Out 2012 is Tuesday August 7th. Join the Kennewick Police in this 29th annual event. This year they will have a city wide event as part of City Night 2012. From 5-7 PM at Southridge Sports and Event Center, Come see the Police and Fire displays, learn about crime prevention programs, climb the rock wall or test your speed at throwing a baseball

Drowning Bear Cub Rescue On The Kenai River In Alaska [VIDEO]

Big Bear — Fri, 03 Aug 2012 23:06:11 +0000

I saw this story and since I just spent a whole bunch of time with the bears in Ely Minnesota I had to share it. So the story goes like this. 3 guys salmon fishing on the Kenai River in Alaska hear a bear cub crying. They look down river and see this brown bear [...]

Your Dad Is A Wimp! Things You Don't See Every Day At The Zoo [VIDEO]

Big Bear — Fri, 03 Aug 2012 00:24:22 +0000

If you grew up in a major city that had a city zoo or if you took a family vacation chances are you probably visited a zoo or wildlife park. For me the most entertaining things were the peacocks (loved their feathers) and the monkeys! They are so fun. This dad was not expecting this [...]

The Weekend Is Here! What Are You Gonna Do? Check Out The Event Calender!

Big Bear — Thu, 02 Aug 2012 22:43:43 +0000

Ok! Once the pool is clean the bushes trimmed and the dogs are washed it's time to go have some fun! yes Virginia there is life after the Water Follies! So if you want to check out a farmers market, some great music, something for the kids our friends at the Tri Cities Visitor & Convention Bureau hook you up every week with the weekend calender of events! No go have a weekend!

Deadliest Catch Captain Joins KORD For The tastiest Catch Crab Feed!

Big Bear — Tue, 31 Jul 2012 00:54:47 +0000

Lots of people have become fans of this show on Discover Network! The Deadliest Catch. Catching crab in the Bering sea. The world’s most dangerous place to work. The show features a crab boat and her captain who lives in Walla Walla! That would be the F/V Seabrooke and her captain Scott Campbell Jr. Join [...]

Did You Think Oh Boy! Oberto Was Winning Sunday?

Andrew Kirk — Mon, 30 Jul 2012 18:23:00 +0000

Jimmy Shane for Graham Trucking won an EXTREMELY close race against Miss Beacon Plumbing at Sunday’s final for the Columbia Cup. According to a quote in the Tri-City Herald, it was one of the closest finishes in the history of hydroplane racing. Unfortunately, most fans were not on the edge of their seats for the [...]

The Weekend Event Schedule! Some Other Things To Do This Weekend!

Big Bear — Fri, 27 Jul 2012 17:17:29 +0000

Maybe you are one of those people that will be on the Columbia river all weekend for the water Follies! That's cool! Maybe you would just as soon go to a winery, or spend time withe family at an outdoor movie! So choose from this list of events that is happening this weekend. Lots to do whether you want to worship the sun or enjoy some good music and a fine glass of wine it's all right here! Thank you Tri Cities Visitor & Convention Bureau!