Happy to be a part of the beautiful Tri-Cities, via a detour to the upper Midwest. I reside in Richland, with my husband, Jeff & Koko Kitty. I enjoy biking, fishing, camping, really, anything outdoors. I also love a good bargain. Bring on the coupons & good deals! An avid Green Bay Packers fan, I admire the passion of Seahawks fans. I look forward to hearing from you & seeing you while out & about.
Patti Banner
HOT Temperatures on the Way!
We just took a break from the heat and now, Mother Nature is going to get us again. Hotter temperatures are expected this weekend into next week.
Bring on the popsicles, take a dip in the pool, if you have one. Maybe a boat ride? If so, be safe and make sure you have a life jacket..…
Bring on the popsicles, take a dip in the pool, if you have one. Maybe a boat ride? If so, be safe and make sure you have a life jacket..…
Mosier Creek Fire Burning, Threatening Homes
The Mosier Creek Fire continues to burn, threatening hundreds of homes in the Columbia River Gorge. Oregon Governor Kate Brown has declared the fire a Conflagration.
The Oregon State Fire Marshall has mobilized more firefighters and equipment to battle the human-caused fire and was 5% cont…
The Oregon State Fire Marshall has mobilized more firefighters and equipment to battle the human-caused fire and was 5% cont…
Fairchild Cinemas Offering Free Popcorn
There's nothing better than movie theatre popcorn. Oh. Wait. Is there? How about FREE movie theatre popcorn.
Fairchild Cinemas Queensgate is offering the free popcorn from 4 pm-7 pm this Friday & Saturday at the theatre, 2871 Duportail Street in Richland.
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Fairchild Cinemas Queensgate is offering the free popcorn from 4 pm-7 pm this Friday & Saturday at the theatre, 2871 Duportail Street in Richland.
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Multnomah Falls Reopens With Restrictions
Oregon's tallest waterfall is NOW open with new restrictions in place due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The U.S. Forest Service has announced new social distancing guidelines and face mask mandates. Other strategies will be enforced to keep visitors separated...
The U.S. Forest Service has announced new social distancing guidelines and face mask mandates. Other strategies will be enforced to keep visitors separated...
Marijuana Bust in Burbank
Local authorities in Walla Walla County seized more than 50 marijuana plants last week.
The Walla Walla County Sheriff's Office worked with the Washington State Patrol Marijuana Eradication Team to remove the plants from the illegal grow operation in Burbank on Thursday...
The Walla Walla County Sheriff's Office worked with the Washington State Patrol Marijuana Eradication Team to remove the plants from the illegal grow operation in Burbank on Thursday...
Who Knew Pet Strollers Were So Popular?
So, I've recently started walking the neighborhood, as my local gym hasn't re-opened yet. Every time the front or back door opens Koko Kitty jumps to her feet. Sometimes she's waiting. can tell she's curious and wants to explore the outdoors...
Really, a Dress Code for Students Distance Learning?
Is this for real? Yes. It is.
Students who attend school in Springfield, Illinois remotely have a dress-code policy. They must not wear pajama pants, slippers, hats, bandannas, or sunglasses.
Officials with Springfield Public Schools are hoping the students will follow the same dress…
Students who attend school in Springfield, Illinois remotely have a dress-code policy. They must not wear pajama pants, slippers, hats, bandannas, or sunglasses.
Officials with Springfield Public Schools are hoping the students will follow the same dress…
Tacos to the Rescue
With our current pandemic situation, I'm pretty much-avoiding restaurants. So, I have been spending much more time in the kitchen.
Most of us have a go-to favorite meal or dinner. My husband, Jeff, can eat pizza every day. My favorite...
Most of us have a go-to favorite meal or dinner. My husband, Jeff, can eat pizza every day. My favorite...
BF-Fair Cares Fund to Help Non-Profits
I've always looked forward to the county fair. As a child, I was grateful to visit the Dakota County Fair yearly, into my teens in Farmington, MN. Even better, was the State Fair. When I left home, I often re-visited to attend the State Fair with my father...
Drug Dealer in Custody After Huge Bust
A drug dealer is now in custody for possession and a host of other charges.
A search warrant executed by the Moses Lake Police Department Street Crimes Unit paid off in a big way, in Grant County.
According to the Moses Lake Facebook page, the Tuesday bust netted a cache of heroin, cash, vehicles, and…
A search warrant executed by the Moses Lake Police Department Street Crimes Unit paid off in a big way, in Grant County.
According to the Moses Lake Facebook page, the Tuesday bust netted a cache of heroin, cash, vehicles, and…