Matthew Kirk+FollowRats on the rise in Tri-Cities neighborhoodsTri-Cities neighborhoods are seeing a surge in rat activity, and it’s not just a minor nuisance—residents from South Richland to Benton City are noticing more rodents than ever. Warmer winters, new construction, and backyard gardens are giving rats more places to thrive and more food to eat. These pests can squeeze through holes as small as a quarter-inch, so even tiny gaps around your home matter. Have you spotted more rats lately? What steps are you taking to keep them out? Let’s swap tips and talk about what’s working (or not) in your area! #Pets #TriCities #CommunityTalk00Share
Danielle White+FollowTri-Cities lands new nonstop flightsBig changes are coming for travelers in Northeast Tennessee and Southwest Virginia—Tri-Cities Airport is set to launch nonstop flights to two major international airports in the eastern US starting December 2025! This means easier getaways, fewer layovers, and more travel options right from our backyard. The details on which cities we’ll be able to fly to will be announced soon, but this move could make a real difference for anyone tired of long drives to bigger airports. How do you think these new flights will impact our community and your travel plans? #News #TriCities #TravelNews71Share
rmartinFollowingTri-Cities food safety surprises: Chick-fil-A flunksChick-fil-A’s brand-new Tri-Cities location just failed its first food safety inspection, joining 11 other local spots that didn’t make the grade last week. Even big names like McDonald’s and Red Lobster landed on the list, mostly for issues like handwashing, food temps, and expired worker cards. The health district’s team checks everything from hot food temps to whether workers wash up after using their phones. Curious about your favorite place? You can look up every inspection online. How much do these reports affect where you eat, or do you stick to your go-to spots regardless? #Health #BodyHealth #TriCities10Share
