Richland Public Library manager, Leslie Campbell Hime chats with Jenna Kochenauer about the new curbside book delivery service that begins Wednesday, August 12th.

Are you itching to get a good book-- a REAL book-- in your hands?

It's not possible to check out books at your local library quite yet, but Richland Public Library Manager Leslie Campbell Hime talks to Jenna and Glenn about the changes the library is making to prepare for Phase 2 drive up check out options.

Remember a couple of years ago when a little roadside wildfire turned into hundreds of acres scorched and several homes leveled? It's amazing what a little wind can do to multiply a small flame. But there are ways you can protect your home before a wildfire ever starts.

Also- are you one of those people who sees smoke in the sky and thinks you need a closer look? Please don't. 

Jenna is talking wildfire prep and safety with Cpt. Mike Emerick with the Richland Fire Department. 

Doctors offices and emergency rooms aren't as busy these days... and that has healthcare providers concerned.

James Seay is Director of Emergency Services at Trios in Kennewick. He talks to Newsradio 610 KONA's Jenna Kochenauer about the importance of seeking medical attention before illnesses reach critical stages.

The city of West Richland purchased more than 50 acres of land that includes the old Tri-Cities Raceway, and will build a new police station on a portion of the property. Now a group of community leaders are working with the city to turn the rest of the property into a multi-purpose event center.

Eric Van Winkle talks with Jenna Kochenauer about the plans, that include some limited auto racing.

On July 2, 2020, Gov. Jay Inslee issued guidelines that allowed Benton and Franklin Counties to move partially toward reopening.

In those guidelines, businesses such as restaurants were given the go-ahead to reopen-- but for outdoor dining service only.

The Kennewick City Council last week approved a temporary ordinance that allows restaurants and retail businesses to move tables and chairs and other merchandise into their parking lots, but there are some restrictions.

Evelyn Lusignan, spokesperson for the City of Kennewick, talks with Jenna and Glenn about what businesses in Kennewick need to do in order to advantage of the modifications.