Happy to be a part of the beautiful Tri-Cities, via a detour to the upper Midwest. I reside in Richland, with my husband, Jeff & Koko Kitty. I enjoy biking, fishing, camping, really, anything outdoors. I also love a good bargain. Bring on the coupons & good deals! An avid Green Bay Packers fan, I admire the passion of Seahawks fans. I look forward to hearing from you & seeing you while out & about.
Patti Banner
Rental Assistance Available for Washingtonians
With everything going on in this pandemic, paying the bills can be difficult, especially paying the rent. COVID-19 has affected the incomes of many Washingtonians.
The Washington State Department of Commerce has approximately $100 million of federal CARES act funding available to renters in the…
The Washington State Department of Commerce has approximately $100 million of federal CARES act funding available to renters in the…
Purchasing Items on Someone Else’s Dime
Nothing ticks me off more than taking something that doesn't belong to you. I'm a firm believer in living by the golden rule. Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. Treat others as you would want to be treated.
Would you want something taken away from you...
Would you want something taken away from you...
West Richland to Host Police Citizens Academy
Do you have questions about your local police department?
If you live in West Richland and want a more in-depth understanding of the local police department and how it functions, the Citizen's Academy program may be worth looking into.
The West Richland Police Department plans to hold the program…
If you live in West Richland and want a more in-depth understanding of the local police department and how it functions, the Citizen's Academy program may be worth looking into.
The West Richland Police Department plans to hold the program…
Confirmed! Murder Hornet Trapped in WA…
It's a done deal. We've been hearing about murder hornets. I had pretty much dismissed the stories as "Fake News." I've altered my way of thinking.
Now, the first Asian giant hornet has indeed, been trapped. More than 13-hundred traps were set u…
Now, the first Asian giant hornet has indeed, been trapped. More than 13-hundred traps were set u…
Friday is National Mutt Day
Friday is National Mutt Day. And, I don't have a dog. My co-worker, Rik, has three of them. I admire his passion in spending time with them. His eyes light up when he shares stories of how each of them has their own personality.
Growing up in Minnesota, all my friends had…
Growing up in Minnesota, all my friends had…
Caring for Our Pets in the Heatwave
It's HOT for us. Imagine how dangerous this can be for pets who may be living out in the elements. A heat advisory is in effect for the lower Columbia Basin and Oregon through Thursday evening. Triple digit heat is expected with temperatures rising as high as high as 110 degre…
Closed on Thanksgiving…Good or Bad?
This could be a thing. Walmart announced earlier today that its stores will be closed on Thanksgiving Day. Sam's Club locations will also shut down for the holiday.
Walmart has traditionally kicked off Black Friday shopping by having their locations open for early shopping...
Walmart has traditionally kicked off Black Friday shopping by having their locations open for early shopping...
Drive in movies soon in the Tri…
Family FUN at the movies...will soon happen in the Tri-Cities. The parks and recreation departments of Richland, Kennewick, and Pasco are working together to make it happen, with a DRIVE-IN movie series.
Each city is scheduled for three events...
Each city is scheduled for three events...
Kennewick police chief celebrates milestone
Friday marks 42 years of service for Kennewick Police Chief Ken Hohenberg. That's quite an accomplishment.
According to the Police Department's Facebook page:
"During his career, he has been a patrol officer, traffic officer, Kennewick's first DARE officer, a motorcycle officer, patrol sergeant,…
According to the Police Department's Facebook page:
"During his career, he has been a patrol officer, traffic officer, Kennewick's first DARE officer, a motorcycle officer, patrol sergeant,…
We need phase 3…the gym wait continues
I'm glad to have re-located to the Tri-Cities. We have pretty mild winters here, generally. And, I was excited to re-join my local gym. But wait. We're only in modified phase 1. In order for indoor gyms and swimming pools to re-open, we must be in phase 3...
What is modified phase one?
Currently, Benton and Franklin Counties are in a modified phase 1 of Governor Jay Inslee's Safe Start plan.
What does this mean? Which businesses are open & what are the guidelines?
The image below may answer your some questions.
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What does this mean? Which businesses are open & what are the guidelines?
The image below may answer your some questions.
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Where are the must see destinations in WA & OR?
As a recent transplant to the Evergreen State, I have to ask what are the must-see camping locations? While we are in a pandemic, one activity that is encouraged is camping.
While running a google search of the must-see destinations in Washington and Oregon, I discovered the tops sights in Wash…
While running a google search of the must-see destinations in Washington and Oregon, I discovered the tops sights in Wash…