Robb Francis

I grew up in a suburb just outside Philadelphia, PA and fell in love with radio listening to the legendary Harry Kalas call Phillies baseball as a kid. I love sports, history, politics (human chess), a good Scotch, and am a bit of a foodie. I'm a big animal person and can't see my house without at least two dogs in it. I also believe in civil discourse and that we can coexist with different opinions. The world would be boring if we all thought the same way.

Washington State’s Lower Snake River Dams Aren’t Going Anywhere

The decades long battle over the Lower Snake River Dams has had it's share of roller coaster moments. The most recent development in the saga came on June 12th.

Ding Dong! Washington State’s EV Link To California Is Dead!

With the stroke of a pen, Washington State became emancipated from California's EV mandates.

Washington State Toddler Tragically Drowns In Columbia River

At 9:11 on the morning of June 7th, the call that no family member wants to make had to be made.

Did Pasco’s Graduation Open A ‘Hard Conversation’?

In a time when many want to hear (or read) what they want and firmly plant their flag in the ground, this situation gives the chance to look at more than one perspective without making anyone the enemy or labeling someone something they may not be.

Washington State OSPI May Soon Be Taking The Witness Stand

It's a subplot under the larger plot that has been an ongoing situation in Washington State high school sports for the better part of the last two years. It is entirely possible this subplot could overshadow the main.

One Shot, Another Beaten at Walla Walla Party

Two people were taken to an area hospital after a late night party in Walla Walla turned violent.

Catholic Church Asks Federal Court To Halt New Washington Law

Religion played such a prominent role in the lives of our founding fathers that the freedom to practice whichever one you choose was enshrined in the First Amendment of our Constitution.

Is Costco Bringing New Technology To Their Richland Store?

If you're a Costco member you've come to accept some realities. The harshest one might be that you know it's going to take some time to checkout.

Learn The Right Way To Dispose of “Old Glory” At Tri-Cities Event

Do You Know How to Properly Dispose of Your American Flag?

Washington Man Sentenced For Soliciting Sexual Pics From Kids

Yet another incident occurred recently where a man attempted to sexually compromise children via social media.