Volunteer Opportunities For The IRONMAN 70.3 Triathlon Event

Volunteers are needed for the IRONMAN 70.3 Washington Tri-Cities Triathlon. Sunday, September 21st is the big day.

It takes thousands of volunteers to bring IRONMAN athletes across the finish line. From packet stuffers and VIP lounge assistants to bike techs and finish line catchers, there are volunteer opportunities to fit any schedule, skill set, and activity level. Show your community spirit and get energized in the process.

If you'd like to help out this year, click the box below.

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On Sunday, September 21st, Tri-Cities will be abuzz as IRONMAN athletes will be rolling through the streets of West Richland in the 56-mile cycling portion of the event.

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Detours, and traffic delays will be issues. So, you'll need to plan ahead. According to Visit Tri Cities, there will be three key areas to be aware of:

• George Washington Way sees heavy bike usage from about 6:55 AM to 12:45 PM. Don’t panic though, most lanes will stay open! But seriously, between 6:55 AM and 12:45 PM, this area will be busier than a coffee shop on Monday morning. Plan ahead and save yourself the headache.
• Queensgate area will have cyclists cruising through from 7:30 AM to 9:30 AM. Perfect time for that second cup of coffee at home!
• West Richland top of Belmont/Paradise to Bombing Range/Van Giesen joins the party from 8:06 AM to 12:35 PM.

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If you have questions, call the IRONMAN traffic hotline at 509-713-2742.

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Items People Are Prohibited From Bringing Into the 2025 Washington State Fair

The Washington State Fair runs from August 29th through September 21st. This year marks 125 years of unforgettable moments, historic traditions and the biggest party in Washington.

Naturally, for safety, there are items PROHIBITED on the fairgrounds. You can find them listed below. If in doubt about a particular item, "leave it out."

Unauthorized vehicles, and any item that is deemed by the Safety Inspection Staff and/or Fair management to be dangerous are NOT ALLOWED.

For more information, call the Washington State Fair office at (253) 845-1771.

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11 Items Illegal to Throw Away in Washington

These items are illegal to throw away in Washington state. Check with your county for household hazardous waste collection events. Some of these items may be disposed of at such an event.

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