The Tri-Cities Cancer Center is excited to announce that our partnership with Red Mountain Kitchen in Downtown Kennewick will continue in 2020. Starting on Thursday, February 13th, the Cancer Center in partnership with Red Mountain Kitchen will begin our 2020 cooking classes led by Chef Kyle Thornhill of Professional Food Services. The cooking classes will be fun and educational, highlighting the cancer fighting properties of common produce found at our local farmer’s markets and grocery stores.
Education regarding cancer fighting properties of produce and ingredients will be provided by a Lourdes Health Dietician and Tri-Cities Cancer Center Naturopathic Physician, Dr. Lindsey Josephson. Participants will prepare a delicious, healthy dish to enjoy at Red Mountain Kitchen or to take home. Each class will be held from 5:30 – 7:30PM at Red Mountain Kitchen in Downtown Kennewick. Each cooking class will be unique, focusing on produce that is available during the specific time of the season. RSVP is required. To register or for more information, please call (509) 737-3413 or visit tccancer.org/cuisine When: Thurs, April 16th | Wed, June 10th | Wed, August 12th | Wed, October 14th from 5:30 – 7:30PM Where: Red Mountain Kitchen, Downtown Kennewick, 212 West Kennewick Avenue Cost: $50 per individual per session (includes all supplies and an apron)
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Passenger numbers at Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) reached an all-time high in 2019. A total of 870,890 people traveled through the airport last year, nearly 86,000 more than in 2018. 2018 was previously the airport’s busiest year on record.
United Airlines’ addition of a nonstop flight to Los Angeles helped drive up passenger counts, as did Allegiant Airlines’ decision to use larger Airbus planes on its routes. In total, the airport saw an 11 percent growth over 2018 numbers. “To beat 2018’s record by more than 10 percent is incredible,” said Buck Taft, director of the airport. “It’s also a testament to how hard our staff works to provide a travel experience that keeps passengers coming back. We’re grateful to everyone who chose to fly local last year, and hope to see them again in 2020.” Airlines count their passengers in terms of enplanements, or the number of people who board an aircraft at an airport. The number of people arriving are considered deplanements; the sum of both numbers is an airport’s total passenger number. In 2018, the airport saw 394,993 enplanements, which was then an all-time high for the airport. In 2019 PSC processed 438,123 enplaned passengers—an 11 percent increase over the year prior. Despite 2018 being a record-setting year, all four airlines that serve Tri-Cities Airport saw an uptick in their passenger counts in 2019. United Airlines had the largest year-over-year gain: the carrier’s 75,445 enplaned passengers equate to a 25 percent increase. Delta’s numbers were also up in 2018, with 181,781 enplanements, or an 8 percent rise. Alaska had 138,568, which is an 8 percent increase, and Allegiant Airlines’ 42,329 enplaned passengers is a 13 percent increase over the previous year. In total, Delta carried 41 percent of the market in 2019, Alaska had 32 percent, United 17 percent, and Allegiant 10 percent. The busiest month was March 2019, which saw an 18 percent increase of enplanements over the previous March. PSC is the largest airport in the Southeastern Washington and Northeastern Oregon region, and offers nonstop flights to eight destinations, including Phoenix-Mesa, Denver, and Minneapolis-St. Paul. This coming year will provide additional opportunities for travel, as United Airlines has already announced it will add a second daily nonstop flight to San Francisco in May and the airport’s first redeye flight to Chicago O’Hare in June. Additional statistics can be found here on the Tri-Cities Airport’s website. On Thursday, January 23rd, 2020 the Tri-Cities Cancer Center will host a free community presentation, The Anti-Cancer Vaccine: An HPV Vaccine Update from 12:00– 1:00pm. Dr. Amy Person, Public Health Director from the Benton Franklin Health District will present all of the latest information. Lunch will be provided with RSVP. To RSVP, please call (509) 737-3427 or visit us online at tccancer.org/events.
It has been 14 years since the HPV vaccine first became available. With close to 300 million doses having been delivered worldwide, what do we know about its safety and efficacy? Should adults get the vaccine? WHAT: The Anti-Cancer Vaccine: An HPV Vaccine Update WHERE: Tri-Cities Cancer Center, 7350 W. Deschutes Ave., Kennewick, Wellness Center WHEN: Thursday, January 23rd, 2020 from 12:00 – 1:00pm Nearly 150 Tri-Cities Community Leaders and Farmers Urge Inslee to Preserve Snake River Dams1/14/2020 Nearly 150 community members gathered in Pasco, WA, on January 13 urging decision makers to preserve local hydropower.
The ‘KNOW THE DAM FACTS’ rally – organized by the Tri-Cities Legislative Council – was held ahead of the Governor’s Snake River dams workshop. The rally was organized when it was announced the workshops would not include the opportunity for public comment. “These dams are critical to our environmental goals, our economy, and our way of life,” said Jason Herbert, Chair of the Tri-Cities Legislative Council. “It’s important for the people of the Tri-Cities to have a seat at the table and to have their voices heard.” The rally featured remarks from a broad coalition of industry experts, local leaders, farmers, and working families who believe in preserving Snake River dams. Speakers emphasized studies highlighting the many potential negative environmental and economic impacts if the dams were removed. According to Randy Hayden, Executive Director of the Port of Pasco, “[our] primary mission is to foster economic development. We must protect our dams to keep the power on, keep our businesses running, and keep our people employed.” Todd Myers, Environmental Director for the Washington Policy Center, sent the following statement after he was unable to attend due to weather conditions: Destroying the Snake River dams would be a deadly distraction [from salmon], diverting time and money from the most effective salmon recovery efforts, and would do little to increase populations in the Snake and Columbia rivers. If we don’t prioritize based on science, salmon and communities across the region will pay the price. Kristin Meira, Executive Director of the Pacific Northwest Waterways Association, was also withheld by inclement weather. Her remarks regarding the statewide impacts of breaching were delivered by long-time community leader Debbie Bone-Harris, who recently retired from Benton PUD. Reps. Dan Newhouse and Cathy McMorris Rodgers sent videos from Washington, D.C., praising the benefits our dams provide to our economy and the critical role of hydropower in our clean-energy future. Other speakers included:
Given the limited opportunity for public comment, supporters of the four Lower Snake River dams are encouraged to participate in Governor Inslee’s online survey before it closes on Friday, January 24. The Tri-Cities Legislative Council is a nonprofit, nonpartisan coalition of community leaders and stakeholders, including the Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce, the Tri-City Development Council (TRIDEC), Visit Tri-Cities, the Pasco Chamber of Commerce, and the Tri-Cities Hispanic Chamber of Commerce. Together, they advocate for local, state and federal policies that protect, promote and support economic vitality throughout the greater Tri-City region. As part of continued efforts in transparency and government and taxpayer accountability, Hanford contractor Mission Support Alliance (MSA) has announced a new Ethics Officer. Kathrine (Kadi) Bence has been named the MSA Ethics Officer and will report directly to the company president.
The role of the Ethics Officer has been expanded to increase the visibility and importance of this program both internally and externally and to provide a greater level of transparency. Bence’s responsibilities will include coordination and oversight of the integrated ethics and compliance program, evaluation of program effectiveness and employee outreach. She will provide guidance and assistance to employees and management in reviewing and resolving matters regarding ethics and compliance in the workplace. MSA president Bob Wilkinson explains the importance of an Ethics Officer. “As a contractor to the Department of Energy we have a responsibility to be great stewards of the taxpayer dollar, we want to ensure the highest level of ethical behavior and business compliance. This expanded role will help us to do that – serving as a resource for employees at all levels and helping to streamline our Ethics and Compliance Program. Kadi’s experience, integrity and questioning attitude will serve her well in this role.” Bence has been with MSA for 7 years and brings nearly 30 years of experience to the position. Bence has a Master’s Degree in Business Administration from Washington State University and a Bachelor of Arts Degree in Business from Gonzaga University. At the January 7, 2020, Richland City Council meeting, City Manager Cindy Reents swore in recently re-elected councilmembers Bob Thompson, Phillip Lemley, Terry Christensen, and Brad Anderson. Following the swearing-in, the Richland City Council elected councilmembers to act as Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tem for a two-year term. Councilmember Ryan Lukson was elected as Mayor. Councilmember Sandra Kent was elected as Mayor Pro-Tem.
The new Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tem immediately accepted their new roles. Mayor Lukson took his seat as Mayor and continued to run the remainder of the meeting. Mayor Lukson was elected to the Richland City Council in 2017. He is currently serving a four-year term. Mayor Pro-Tem Sandra Kent has served as a councilmember since 2008 and is currently serving a four-year term. Richland City Council meetings are held the first and third Tuesday’s of each month. All municipal meeting agendas can be viewed by visiting www.ci.richland.wa.us/agendas. The Blue Mountain Council, Boy Scouts of America will honor two local community members with the prestigious North Star Award at a Scouting leadership breakfast coming up in March.
Former Secretary of Defense and decorated war hero James Mattis will provide the keynote address at the event taking place at the Red Lion Hotel in Pasco on March 19th. General Mattis is a former Tri-Cities Boy Scout and a renowned leadership expert. His discussion about leadership ties in with Scouting’s critical mission of continuing to build tomorrow’s leaders and keeping the Scouting program strong in our community. Scouting’s North Star Award recognizes community leaders for their outstanding achievements and support for youth and families in their communities. The deserving recipients of the North Star Award this year are George Garlick and Ed Ray. Tickets to the event are available at bluemountainscouts.org/2020breakfast. For more information, contact Jay Scott or Brett Bybee at 509-735-7306. Contact: Alan or Judy Bacon, Owners, Rollarena Skating Center, 509-627-6620, [email protected]
When: Thursday, Jan. 2: Noon - 5 & 7 - 10 p.m. Where: Rollarena Skating Center, 849 Stevens Dr., Richland, WA Cost: $7 admission which includes traditional roller skates Who: This event is open to all ages All admission and concession proceeds for Thursday Jan. 2 will be donated to My Friends’ Place, a homeless shelter for teenagers. This fundraiser has become a tradition for Rollarena since its 60th anniversary six years ago when all proceeds for that event were donated to this organization. Over $29,000 has been raised over this time. My Friends’ Place, part of the Safe Harbor Organization, is Southeastern Washington’s first safe overnight sanctuary for homeless teens. My Friends’ Place is currently providing immediate basic human survival needs for youth on the streets. It provides warm meals, showers, laundry, and a safe place to rest, for youth ages 13 through 17. Rollarena Skating Center has been providing entertainment for the Tri-Cities for over 60 years. It conducts public skating sessions and private parties for schools, churches, clubs and businesses. It also has birthday party packages and a skating lesson program. The Mid-Columbia Libraries Board of Trustees welcomed two new board members, Rosemary Ford and Ed Frost, to the Dec. 17 board meeting. They were officially appointed to the seven-member library board by joint resolution of Benton and Franklin County Commissions on Dec. 3.
Frost is a long-time community leader and volunteer. He retired from Ben Franklin Transit after 27 years as manager of Transit Development. Frost also served on the Kennewick Planning Commission, Kennewick City Council, and the boards of directors for Kennewick School District, Columbia Industries, and the Tri-City Water Follies. He was co-founder of the Mid-Columbia Literary Festival. Frost loves books, libraries, and literary events. In his application, he stated, “To serve on the board of trustees would give me the opportunity to pay back to the library system for all it has done for me.” Ford is an attorney and lives in West Richland. She also provides pro bono legal services for Disability Washington. Prior to her law career, she worked in the publishing industry in New York as a book editor. Ford believes libraries are a vital part of the local community and that, with thoughtful leadership, they can continue to contribute to the local culture. Ford said, “The West Richland library was one of the first places I sought out on moving here, and I am now a regular user thanks to its great people and service.” Board member terms are seven years. The Board is the policy-making body for the library district. Board meetings take place on the third Tuesday of the month and are open to the public and comments are welcome. The Western BCA Pool Players Association has partnered with Wildhorse Resort & Casino to bring its first pool tournament to the eastern half of Oregon. The Wildhorse 10-Ball Roundup that takes place June 11-14, 2020, is the only Oregon tournament to be held outside of Lincoln City.
Western BCA is excited to bring this special event to Wildhorse Resort & Casino and hopes to attract fans of the sport who may not travel to the Oregon coast to compete. The tournament will feature a competitive 10-Ball Singles format for all skill levels as well as an exciting doubles format played with one game each of 8-Ball, 9-Ball, and 10-Ball. Games will be played on seven-foot Diamond pool tables provided by Bad Boys Billiard Productions out of Indiana. Forty tables will be hauled in and set up inside Three Rivers Event Center for this noteworthy event. The competition will be livestreamed on the Association’s website, www.westernbca.org, throughout the competition. Players and fans can go to the website to register for the tournament, join a league, watch the action, and find tournament and sport information. Registration will open about two months prior to the tournament. To be eligible to enter the tournament, players must be sanctioned and have participated in a minimum of eight weeks of league play between June 1, 2019 and May 31, 2020. The Western BCA Pool Players Association is a non-profit organization that promotes and facilitates regional pool tournaments to players in member leagues throughout Oregon, Washington, Idaho, and western Nevada. |
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