Lamb Weston to Demolish Plant--When?
The potato processing plant closed in October of 2024, with 375 jobs going away.
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Franklin County Deputies Investigate Connell Gas Station Break-In
A hammer and a shattered door—a familiar scene in Connell lately. Stay tuned for the latest on this troubling crime wave.
Great News! WA ESD 123 Honors Connell Paraeducator as 2025's Best
In a school where safety meets learning, a dedicated paraeducator stands out. Her journey from the classroom to the playground is simply remarkable.
Coyote Ridge Corrections to Take on 256 More Inmates Soon
The WA State Department of Corrections announced another 256 medium to medium long-term minimum inmates will be moving to the prison near Connell.
Delivery of Illegal Drugs to Prison Near Tri-Cities Foiled
The best laid plans of mice and men, as they say...
Beware: Deceptive Black Ice Causing of Accidents on Area Roads
While temperatures climbed into the 40's on Wednesday, the overnight low dipped below 30 degrees, causing some wet areas to freeze.
BFHD–KSD, Others Should Prepare for Hybrid In-Person School Soon
The Benton Franklin School District issued information to Kennewick, and other Benton County School Districts, as well as North Franklin in Franklin. Why not Pasco? Find out in story.
700+ Acre Fire Still Burning Outside of Mesa and Connell
The 700+ acre fire still continues to burn while fire crews attempt to get the fire under control.