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Pasco Bank Robbery Suspect Still Not Found

John McKay — Wed, 01 May 2013 22:15:37 +0000

Around 10 a.m. today a white male about six feet tall and weighing an estimated 250 lbs walked into the Bank of the West branch on Clark Street in Pasco and tried to pull off a robbery. He may have been wearing a fake beard or disguise.

Authorities are still searching for the man and have released his photo seeking the community's help in identifying him.

5 Alarm Fire at Pasco Trailer Park Likely Caused by Old Wiring

Andrew Kirk — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 22:47:07 +0000

A trailer fire in Pasco’s Flamingo Village Mobile Home Park around 3 p.m. Tuesday was likely caused by dated electrical wiring, said park manager Angela Watkins. The fire destroyed the home. No one was home. A 30-year-old woman and her husband — both at work when the fire started — were the occupants. Fire fighters [...]

First Responders Battling Trailer Fire in Pasco – 28th and A Street

John McKay — Tue, 09 Apr 2013 22:17:04 +0000

Pasco fire units are battling a structure fire that just broke out around 3 p.m. Clouds of smoke came billowing from a trailer home in the park at the corner of 28th and A street in Pasco. Traffic was being detoured back down A street while the fire is being brought under control. Keep watching [...]

Pasco Post Office to Close By End of This Year

Miki Harvey — Fri, 29 Mar 2013 07:20:34 +0000

The U.S. Postal Service has notified employees that the Pasco mail handling facility will close by the end of this year, resulting in the elimination of 47 jobs. The U.S. Postal Service will save an estimated $800,000 a year by closing the facility. The Pasco office is one of 71 mail processing facilities facing consolidation in 2014.

Help Mid-Columbia Karate Champion Make It To World Championships!

John McKay — Sun, 17 Feb 2013 14:28:12 +0000

Coming February 20th, you can help send one of our Tri-Citians to the World Karate Championships! As seen here before on our website, and on the air, Devon Brown of Pasco has been invited to be a part of Team USA at the World Karate Championships in Australia this May. Fans and supporters of Devon [...]

Pasco Residents Will Lose Water Tonight in the 20th Avenue Neighborhood

Miki Harvey — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 00:01:25 +0000

A water main break in the 20th Avenue neighborhood is requiring the Pasco City crews to repair the main tonight from midnight to 4 a.m. This work requires the shut-off of water during that time for the following areas/businesses:

· 20th Avenue from Argent Road to I-182
· East of 20th Avenue along St. Andrews Loop
· Red Lion Hotel
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Does The Mid-Columbia Need a New Aquatic Center? [POLL]

John McKay — Sat, 26 Jan 2013 18:53:00 +0000

The decision will now go to voters for a regional aquatic center.The Tri-Cities Regional Public Facilities District has decided to send the idea to voters, either in August or at a later date. The proposal would be a 1/10 of 1% sales tax to fund the facility, estimated to be about $35 million to build. [...]

Help This 12-Year-Old Pasco Karate Champ Join Team USA in Australia!

John McKay — Wed, 09 Jan 2013 18:31:59 +0000

A Pasco boy has the opportunity of a lifetime: travel to Australia with the USA Karate Team in May. Devon Brown is a remarkable 12-year-old with skills that have attracted the attention of the USA Karate team! He’s been invited to be one of a select group of individuals in various age groups to travel [...]

This Is the Last Weekend to See Terror Behind the Screen – Our Haunted House Attraction

Paul Drake — Fri, 26 Oct 2012 17:56:48 +0000

Terror Behind the Screen the scariest haunted attraction in the area will be open tonight from 6p to 11pm, Saturday 6pm to 11pm and on Halloween from 6pm to 10pm. This is your last chance to experience what thousands says is “the best haunted attraction is Southeast Washington and Northeast Oregon”. And, it’s reasonably priced [...]

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!

Amazing Photos Of UFO Light Beam

Chuck Hall — Fri, 22 Jun 2012 13:51:57 +0000

These pictures were take at about 4:45 Friday Morning

Grand Old 4th Celebration

Paul Drake — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 21:29:28 +0000

Pasco’s Grand Old 4th Parade and Celebration Celebrate the 4th of July at Pasco’s Grand Old 4th Parade and Celebration! Here’s the list of 4th of July celebration times and locations from the City of Pasco. Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast 7:00 am Memorial Park (on 14th Ave.) Pre-Parade Kids Street Dance 9:15 [...]

Local Duck Finds Home at Mac's Garden Center

Greg DeLange — Wed, 16 May 2012 16:31:41 +0000

Mac’s Garden Center is a retail nursery located in Pasco. Recently during a visit I noticed something moving in one of the hanging plants suspended about 6 feet above. After some fine detective work which included reading a sign that said “Not for sale, mother duck nesting” I was able to “quack” the case. I quickly took [...]

Health & Safety Expo coming Tuesday & Wednesday

Paul Drake — Sat, 12 May 2012 16:17:43 +0000

The 18th Annual Health & Safety Expo happens Tuesday, May 15th and Wednesday, May 16th at TRAC in Pasco. The Health & Safety Exposition is an exhibition of information, equipment, supplies, and success stories that promote the health and safety of workers both at home and at work. Come explore and visit over 200 exhibits [...]

NCAA Baseball at Gesa Stadium May 8th

Paul Drake — Fri, 04 May 2012 23:01:09 +0000

On Tuesday, May 8th our weather in the Tri-Cities is expected to be sunny and 75 – perfect for an early night of baseball at GESA stadium with the Washington State University Cougars and the University of Portland Pilots! First pitch is at 6pm. Tickets are on sale now through ticketswest.com or at the stadium [...]

Pasco Farmers Market Opens!

Greg DeLange — Thu, 03 May 2012 14:33:32 +0000

The Pasco Farmers Market 2012 opening day will be Saturday, May 5th from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The day will be celebrated with food, friends, and music from Whittier Elementary's Fenix Mariachi Band at 10:30am.
Shopping at the Pasco Farmers Market is a great way to sup

Support American Legion Baseball

Paul Drake — Mon, 30 Apr 2012 22:35:41 +0000

High school baseball comes to an end soon, but some of the season’s best baseball will begin in June with American Legion Baseball. Legion ball is typically made up of the best high school players from around the region. Which makes for some exciting baseball. During the next three weeks you’ll likely run into a [...]

Warm Weather, Walking Paths & Dog Doo

Paul Drake — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 22:40:45 +0000

Warm weather invades the Mid Columbia ! We’re expected to hit 88 degrees today. One of my favorite things to do is run along the river at Wade Park in Pasco. It begins near the railroad bridge at the East end of Pasco and continues to Chiawana Park and beyond. I am happy to report [...]

Green Or Blue, It Bridges The Gap…Get It?

Chuck Hall — Thu, 19 Apr 2012 15:58:11 +0000

Standing tall since 1954 it shouts Tr-Cities

Pasco Farmers Market Opens Soon

Paul Drake — Fri, 13 Apr 2012 18:47:13 +0000

The opening day for the Pasco Farmers Market’s 2012 season will be Saturday, May 5th, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The Pasco Farmers Market is open every year from May to October, Wednesdays 8:00 a.m. to Noon, and Saturdays 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. You’ll find local farmers and vendors selling farm-fresh food, baked [...]