Senior Times

11/21/2025

The first bus driver in the Tri-Cities began serving riders long before Ben Franklin Transit was established in the region. She went on to become Kennewick’s first Woman of Achievement.

The late Blanche Pratt was the first transit bus driver in the Tri-Cities, slipping behind the wheel of the Tri-Cities’ first passenger bus in May 1942 during World War II.

11/19/2025

Read this month’s death notices here.

Senior Times death notices – November 2025

11/17/2025

Looking to do some gift shopping? Check out our annual list of holiday bazaars!

Here’s our annual roundup of Tri-Cities area bazaars.

11/13/2025

We thought it would be fun to ask the seniors who attended our fall Senior Times Expo on Oct. 14 for their best words of wisdom. They had plenty of good advice to share.

We thought it would be fun to ask the seniors who attended our fall Senior Times Expo on Oct. 14 for their best words of wisdom. They had plenty of good advice to share.

11/11/2025

In 1969, a pyramid-shaped monument was placed memory of the first Kennewick resident to fall in the Vietnam War. The community recently breathed new life into it.

The gathering was both respectful and purposeful, and called us to remember not only the individuals who have borne the greatest cost, but also the families, communities and nation tied to their sacrifice.

11/07/2025

From beef stroganoff to arroz con pollo, Meals on Wheels is serving up tasty options for seniors this month.

Meals on Wheels menu for November 2025.

11/06/2025

Senior Life Resources Northwest, the nonprofit that runs Mid-Columbia Meals on Wheels, Home Care Services, and the recently acquired Healthy Ages program from Kadlec, is rebranding under a new name.

Senior Life Resources Northwest, the nonprofit that runs Mid-Columbia Meals on Wheels, Home Care Services, and the recently acquired Healthy Ages program from Kadlec, is rebranding under a new name.

11/04/2025

On the lookout for a good book? Check out these book club picks.

Enjoy a good read and discussion with one of these book clubs.

10/29/2025

This Nov. 11, honor veterans at a variety of events throughout the Tri-Cities.

Please consider taking time this holiday to join in celebrating and honoring our service members.

10/24/2025

From serious to humorous, these seniors from a Canadian personal care facility offer up their advice in a unique way: a Life Advice Line.

The seniors living at a personal care facility in Canada have some thoughts to share on a variety of topics, and they are offering a unique way to connect with their wisdom and experience – a life advice hotline.

10/22/2025

10/21/2025

Read this month’s death notices here.

Senior Times death notices – October 2025