Andrew Kirk

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Andrew Kirk has been a journalist for nine years. Although originally from the Tri-Cities, he has lived in Utah for the past 17 years and is a graduate of the University of Utah. He is married with children and currently lives in Richland. He is an amateur historian and used to teach Mandarin Chinese to middle school students in Park City, Utah. For fun he watches movies, visits parks with his kids and occasionally rides a bicycle.
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Vote to Decide Who Should Be the ‘Facebook Cutie’ of the Week!

We've randomly selected two of our Facebook friends we think our cuties, now you take it from here.

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Congratulations Sharon – Winner of the ‘Best Mom’ Contest!

Sharon Atchinson is the randomly selected winner of the "Best Mom" contest!

Her mom, Rosie Gleed, will receive flowers and a free portrait photography session.

Even better news, Sharon recently found out

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Why Is Your Mom the BEST? Here’s What You Said

It's not too late to submit, but the contest ends the evening of May 10.

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Best Mom Contest – Tell Us Why Yours Should Win!

Tell us why you love your mom and we'll put her name in a raffle to win flowers from Arlene's Flowers and a free Family Portrait Session from Firefly BLU Photographer -- a $299 value (and includes digital rights and photos on CD). We'll take submissi

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Buy Shoes For A Kid In Foster Care And Drop Off To Sleep Country

Sleep Country is supporting organizations that help kids in foster care by accepting donations of shoes for the children.

10 Ways To Know It’s Time To Lose Weight [SPONSORED]

It's almost summer and time for swimsuits -- that's not good news for many of us. A recent study said the Tri-Cities is the ninth fattest region in the nation with almost one-third of residents qualifying as obese. If you're dreading summer, here are some tips to help you decide if you're just being self conscious or if it's time to really shed some pounds. If weight loss is in your future, let Big Bear inspire you.

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The Best Hiking/Running Trails in the Tri-Cities

I love the running trail along the Columbia River and Sporthaus in Kennewick suggested a few more hiking or running trails you may not be familiar with for running in the Tri-Cities.

  • Chamna Trail Run - Off of 240 into Richland. The trail is about 5 miles.
  • The riverside of Pasco - You can start at Sacajawea State Park and walk all the
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What Makes Your Administrative Assistant Great? Enter Them In Our Contest [VIDEOS]

A randomly-selected entry will receive our prize in time to feel appreciated on Administrative Assistant Day

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Nominate Someone For ‘Best Administrative Assistant’

We'll give a portrait photography session to a random submission.

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Gallery: Only One Day Left To Enter Baby Bump Contest!

It's not too late to send your photo in! Hurry, contest ends Friday!

It’s Time To Vote For Best Easter Egg In Tri-Cities

It's not too late to enter your pic!