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We Actually Ate This Stuff? See 26 Now-Forgotten Breakfast Cereals from the 90s

John McKay — Mon, 06 May 2013 18:44:57 +0000

This collection of now defunct cereals proves pop culture and current events drive food products!

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Vacation Idea: Oregon History Museum to Feature Never-Before-Seen Presidential Memorabilia

John McKay — Thu, 02 May 2013 19:46:32 +0000

The Oregon Historical Society has scored a coup with its new collection.

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Tri-City Landmark Demolished Monday – McCurley Dome Comes Down [VIDEO]

John McKay — Mon, 22 Apr 2013 19:37:05 +0000

After serving as a Tri-City landmark for 33 years, the famous dome at McCurley Integrity Dealerships in Pasco was ripped down Monday.

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Comedian Jonathan Winters Dead at 87

John McKay — Fri, 12 Apr 2013 20:33:26 +0000

Jonathan Winters, who for decades made Americans laugh with his over-the-top but never-demeaning comedy, died today at age 87.

He starred or made appearances in dozens of shows from "Hee-Haw" to "Mork and Mindy" with Robin Williams

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Historic Columbia Gorge Sternwheel Ship Coming To Tri-Cities in April

John McKay — Fri, 01 Mar 2013 19:25:56 +0000

A chance to experience river travel as it was done a century ago.

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Who Remembers Tri-Cities Junior Soccer?

Andrew Kirk — Thu, 07 Feb 2013 18:05:07 +0000

I've been nostalgic for my childhood lately and was remembering the way youth soccer used to be in Tri-Cities. My kids are too young to play now, so I can't compare and contrast, but here are my favorite things about the way things used to be:

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This Day in History for December 7 — Attack on Pearl Harbor, and More

Chris Chaberski — Thu, 06 Dec 2012 22:53:53 +0000

Here’s a look at some events that took place on this day in history:

1787: Delaware becomes the first state to ratify the United States Constitution (more info)

1941: In an early-morning sneak attack, Japanese warplanes bomb the U.S. naval base at Oahu Island's Pearl Harbor, causing the United States to enter World War II (more info)

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Hostess Going Out Of Business – CEO Blames Union for Collapse [POLL]

John McKay — Fri, 16 Nov 2012 18:26:56 +0000

As one critic put it, sometimes workers bite the hand that feeds them, but rarely do they "eat it."

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Jack-o'-Lanterns, Witches and Costumes: The Ghoulish Truth About 10 Halloween Traditions

Kathy Landin — Tue, 23 Oct 2012 19:25:17 +0000

Halloween is more steeped in tradition than just about any other holiday, and the roots of those traditions are as varied and seemingly unconnected as a pumpkin and a bonfire.

We decided to take a look at a few of Halloween's most well-known customs. What do they all mean? Why do we celebrate Halloween by putting on bizarre outfits and asking strangers for candy? Who is Stingy Jack, and why does he haunt our dreams?

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This Day in History for October 18 — Alaska Becomes a U.S. Territory, and More

Chris Chaberski — Wed, 17 Oct 2012 20:55:34 +0000

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:

1469: Ferdinand of Aragon marries Isabella of Castile in Valladolid, beginning a cooperative reign that would unite Spain and elevate the nation to a dominant world power (more info)

1648: Boston Shoemakers form the first US labor organization (more info)

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It's National School Lunch Week!

Big Bear — Mon, 15 Oct 2012 23:33:35 +0000

So I graduated from high school in 1979 (Hanford Falcons YEAH!) I spent the last couple of years in school jumping in my buddy's car and heading to to Artic Circle drive in in Richland, maybe McDonalds

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Night Of The Living Dead Anniversary October 1 – The 'One' That Started It All

John McKay — Fri, 28 Sep 2012 18:45:56 +0000

The movie that not only gave us a new level of terror, shocking gore, and -yes!- zombies, celebrates an anniversary.

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This Day in History for August 27 – Battle of Dresden and More

Shauna Wright — Sun, 26 Aug 2012 20:00:03 +0000

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:

1813 – French Emperor Napoleon Bonaparte defeats a larger force of Austrians, Russians, and Prussians at the Battle of Dresden (More info)

1859 – Petroleum is discovered in Titusville, Penn., leading to the world’s first commercially successful oil well (More info)

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Will a New Investigation Finally Reveal What Happened to Amelia Earhart?

Shauna Wright — Tue, 03 Jul 2012 14:00:25 +0000

Today, July 2, marks the 75th anniversary of when legendary pilot Amelia Earhart disappeared over the Pacific Ocean while trying to fly around the world. Now, new light may be shed on the mystery that’s always surrounded the incident.

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Manhattan National Park Bill Introduced In House

John McKay — Sun, 24 Jun 2012 15:00:53 +0000

The House of Representatives will take up a new bill that would create a national park/monument for the Manhattan Project, including Hanford.

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Do We Need A Manhattan Project National Monument Park? [POLL]

John McKay — Mon, 18 Jun 2012 22:30:55 +0000

A bill introduced in Congress would create a Manhattan Project National Park and would include Hanford's B reactor.

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Don't Hide From Your Dental Problems – CBC Can Help!

Hayden Praino — Tue, 29 May 2012 18:18:32 +0000

I recently learned about Columbia Basin College’s Dental Hygiene Clinic and think it’s the coolest thing I’ve heard about all month.

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This Day in History for May 28 – Volkswagen Founded and More

Shauna Wright — Mon, 28 May 2012 12:55:46 +0000

Here’s a look at some interesting events that took place on this day in history:

1929 – The first all-color, full-length talking picture, ‘On with the Show!,’ debuts (More info)

1930 – The Chrysler Building in New York City officially opens (More info)

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Mayan Calendar Does Not Predict 2012 Doomsday After All (VIDEO)

John McKay — Fri, 11 May 2012 16:49:01 +0000

This just in--for all of you hoarding, preparing, and panicking over the predictions of the Mayan Calendar, whoops!

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Tri-Cities' Surprising Role In The Frontier Mining Industry

Iceman — Fri, 27 Apr 2012 18:19:47 +0000

Did you know the mining industry supported the Tri-Cities economy in the 19th century? In school we learn that before the Hanford Project the Tri-Cities was a ranching and agricultural community, but the beef and produce went to mines in Montana and British Columbia

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