John McKay - 98.3 The KEY

Been doing radio since 1986, 1981 if you count college. Have three wonderful older daughters, Whitney, Lindsay and Haily, and three great grandkids. Two kids still at home with Angela and I (wifey), Dhylan and Harley. Standout students and athletes. We're into football, sports, NASCAR. we keep busy with kid's sports and activities!

Authorities Report Spike in Area 911 ‘Prank Calls’

There's been enough of an increase since schools were closed down that authorities felt compelled to let people know.

Gov. Inslee Extends Stay At Home Through May 4 — Hints at Longer

If you've been following the WA State Covid situation this might not come as a surprise because he's hinted as far back as last week this might happen.
Thursday, saying we cannot afford to slow the COVID-19 virus or stall it and have it "come rearing back on us," Gov...

COVID Deaths at 9 in Tri-Cities, Latest Victims Both in 90’s

the number of negative tests in Benton-Franklin County approaching 1,000.

KSD Changes Some Grab and Go Food Pickup Locations

Three locations for the Grab and Go food program have been changed.

Kennewick Schools Supply Over 60K Breakfasts, Lunches to Kids

Kennewick Schools so far have given out a LOT of food for school children.

Officials–Oregon Students Might Not Return to School This Year

Oregon school officials say people should at least be prepared for the possibility students will not return to public K-12 schools this school year.

National Guard Deployed to Help Walla Walla area Food Banks

Those in Walla Walla County will see National Guard, BUT it's to help with Food Banks and other logistical items.

Benton-Franklin COVID Death Toll at 6, Negatives Skyrocket

Six people have now died from complications related to COVID-19.

Suspect Sought In 129 MPH Tuesday Morning Chase

A containment area has been set up near a market at 4th and Rainier in Kennewick, after a Tuesday morning high speed chase that led from I-182, to Pasco then Kennewick.
Around 10AM A Washington State Patrol trooper clocked the suspect vehicle on I-182 near Pasco at 116 MPH...

TC Americans Head Coach Not Returning for 2020-21 Season

The Americans finished last in the US Division this season.

State ‘Relaxes’ COVID Policies for Funerals, Real Estate

Gov. Inslee tweaks real estate, funeral policies after seeing what some called 'disastrous' results from the originals.

COVID-19 Deaths Climb to 5 in Tri-Cities — Benton-Franklin Counties

The number of deaths related to the COVID-19 virus in the Tri-Cities area has climbed to 5 as of Friday, March 27th.
The Benton Franklin Health District reports the following data as of Friday afternoon:
Confirmed cases in Benton County 42, Franklin County 10
Probable Cases BC 12, FC 9
Negative Tests BC…