Spoken Gently's Blog: Richland Washington

The Chancellor’s Exhibition Series art exhibit is open to the general public at the East Building of WSU Tri-Cities, 2710 University Drive. The 14 display art exhibit will be open through December in the administration corridor. For more information visit the WSU Chancellor's Art Exhibit page.

The artists and their works are:
• Tracy Horner — Insect Mandala and Meet.
• Vali Hawkins Mitchell — The Palouse at 60 Getting Cold.
• Heather Willoughby — All There Is, Rare Respite, A Sense of Tangibility.
• Leonard Orr — 99, 103, 49, 105, and 104.

Colleen and I are excited about this year's inaugural first freshman class at WSU Tri-Cities. As Richland Wa REALTORS®, and personally owning several Richland Washington properties, the commencement of a new…

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Not everything in the world costs dearly! Love music? Dance? Want a fun time outdoors with your folks? Well, look no further than the Tumbleweed Music Festival—a free festival of acoustic music and dance, scheduled to be held in Richland Washington Sept 1 & 2, 2007.

Nothing can possibly beat a live performance for a performer or even the audience. The TMF has played a major role in revolutionizing the way people relate to and experience music.  Many upcoming artists have also been able to make their presence felt on the music scene. Amateur musicians get a chance to hone their marketing, creative and performance skills. What band would not take up the offer to have live performance opportunities?

This Labor Day Weekend, Three Rivers Folklife is hosting…

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When a buyer is considering Richland Wa real estate, Richland's alphabet housing becomes the center of conversation. Richland is famous for the alphabet houses designed by Albin Pherson, the Spokane based architect commissioned by the US government during the government's development of the atomic bomb. It took Pherson about 3 months to make a blue print for Richland. By April 1943 the first house was ready even as the streets were being paved.

Using lumber and the ranch style of dwellings, Pherson sought inspiration from the renowned architect Frank Lloyd Wright. Houses sported the alphabet designs, and the pyramidal and box shapes. Most alphabet houses are duplexes, or double-sided residences.

Construction was such that the letter houses had…

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The cost of living in a particular real estate area can dramatically affect a decision to purchase a home. It is clear the cost of living varies diversely across suburbs and neighborhoods, and between cities and towns. Many factors effect living costs, the main one being geographical location – such as rural, urban or metropolitan areas.  Wikipedia writes:

"A cost-of-living index measures the cost of maintaining a certain standard of living over time. Price indexes, such as the United States Consumer Price Index, use cost-of-living as their conceptual basis."

The cost-of-living index has been developed to determine the minimum costs in North America to maintain a household in terms of sustenance and their income purchasing power. To work out the likely…

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The growing, vibrant, and dynamic city of Richland, Washington—part of the famous Tri Cities area of the state—is renowned as a hub of activity that peaks in summertime with its wide variety of events and festivals, attracting locals, visitors, and tourists from all over the surrounding area and beyond. These festivals cater to music lovers, car lovers, and sports lovers alike, as well as to other interests.  One of the most popular annual summer events hosted by beautiful Richland is the “Cool Desert Nights” festival.  More on Cool Desert Nights.

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The one and only Atomic Amber Microbrew is a product of Richland Washington's Atomic Ale Brewpub and Eatery. Like all great North American amber ales, Atomic Amber Microbrew is a beer that has a color ranging from pale copper to a light brown. The ale gains its distinct character from the American-variety of hops that produce a high level of bitterness, flavor and a medium to high aroma. On the medium to high side of maltiness, Atomic Amber has medium to low caramel features.

With a medium to a medium-high body, Atomic Amber Microbrew has a slightly fruity flavor and accompanying aroma. This reflects the abundant fresh fruit agriculture of the Columbia Basin region. Its butter-like character is not overt, and a slight yeast haze is to be expected for the…

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Columbia Point Golf Course is set in the lush green landscapes of Richland Washington.  This is a high class course, with a daily fee facility which is owned by Richland City.  The course has been reported to be challenging, although all levels of golfers will enjoy a game here. Located to the east of the Cascade Mountains, the Columbia River flows right past its doorstep.

James J. Engh designed the feature mounds, the undulating fairways and the large open spaces of greens. The course was officially opened in 1997 and Columbia Point ensures that it s golf shop, café, covered patio area and driving range are fully stocked with needed amenities.

The wonderful climate Richland Wa has made golf a very popular sport, and visitors come to the course from…

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