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🌱 Have you seen Richland’s Christmas display that wowed the ‘Today Show’?

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What's up Richland! Let's start this morning right by getting caught up on what's going on around town. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Have you seen Richland’s Christmas display that wowed the ‘Today Show’?
  • Which Richland restaurants are opening, closing, and asking for help now?
  • Are Richland’s high-protein snacks really helping your health goals?

Also on today's calendar: Luke Basile at Barnard Griffin - RICHLAND and 5 more events.

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📸 Have a great pic of holiday decorations from around Richland? Post it to Richland photos of the day! ☃️ 🟢-🟠-🟣-🔴-🟡-🔵 ☃️

Today's riddle: Can February March? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Tuesday: A shower; breezy in the p.m., with a high of 63 and low of 47 degrees.
  • Wednesday: Strong winds subsiding, temps: high: 56, low: 40.
  • Thursday: Occasional rain and drizzle, with a high of 51 and low of 45 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Couple featured on ‘Today Show' for a captivating Richland Christmas display (tri-cityherald.com) — A Richland couple’s over‑the‑top Christmas display on Columbia Park Trail has drawn national attention, including a feature on NBC’s “Today” show. Their three-acre property is packed with themed houses, giant characters, and about 40 decorated trees, and it’s open free to the public nightly, weather permitting, through New Year’s Day. Visitors are encouraged to check a local Facebook group for any schedule updates.
   

2. Openings: Popular eatery revival + Richland restaurant closing (tri-cityherald.com) — Richland diners have a lot to track this month: Public House 255 is closing Dec. 20, while a former Starbucks on George Washington Way has reopened as a Westside Pizza with dine-in, takeout, and delivery. Meanwhile, Aub’s Lounge in Richland is seeking community support to stay open, and a popular cheesesteak spot is plotting a comeback as a food truck popup.
   

3. High-protein diet trend raises questions about nutritional balance (applevalleynewsnow.com) — Richland residents are being urged by local nutrition experts to treat high‑protein diet trends with caution and focus on balanced meals built around whole foods. A Kadlec dietitian explains how to calculate your personal protein needs, when higher intake can help, and why many protein‑fortified snacks may add unnecessary calories, saturated fat, and sodium without the benefits of less‑processed options.
   

4. Taxpayers fund six-figure salary for WSP trooper charged in fatal Richland crash (applevalleynewsnow.com) — A Washington State Patrol trooper charged in a fatal Richland crash remains on paid leave, continuing to earn more than $133,000 a year until her 2026 trial concludes. The case, stemming from a March 1 collision that killed a motorcyclist, is raising questions about how long officers facing serious charges can receive full taxpayer-funded salaries while awaiting verdicts.
   

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💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Hi neighbors, I am wondering if there are any volunteer opportunities for assisting our neighbors in West Richland and Benton City who are experiencing flooding.
    I have firsthand experienced the loss of a home to flooding a few years back on the west side of the state, so am very familiar with the devastation… (Nextdoor George Washington Way)
  • I was wondering if anybody knows if they are hiring anywhere involving law enforcement, my niece was a jail or at the juvenile but got laid off due to budget cuts and is having a hard time finding employment, I guess she has all kinds of
    certificates in law enforcement but hasn’t found anything and asked me if I know of any where I dong but I thought I’d ask if anyone here has any… (Nextdoor Marshall St)
  • Home Depot (Retail) posted a job opening for Freight/Receiving in Richland. Apply here.
  • H&R Block posted a job opening for Guest Services Coordinator in Richland. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Richland here.

Ok Richland! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

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