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Pasco, Washington

Located in Franklin County, Washington, Pasco was established in 1885. Part of the Tri-Cities with Kennewick and Richland. One of fastest-growing cities in Washington.
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Founded 1885 | Population 86,000 | Peak 86,000 (2024) | County Franklin County

Top 10 Most Important Events for Pasco, Washington

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1885 Railroad Town: Northern Pacific Railway hub.
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1942 Military Presence: Military installations became a major part of Pasco's identity and economy.
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1943 Hanford Workers: Manhattan Project workers housed here.
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2010 Modern Era: Pasco continued to develop as part of the region, with new infrastructure and community amenities.
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Latest News in Pasco

Jan 1, 1970
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Jan 1, 1970
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Trump’s Executive Intervention on TSA Pay Amid DHS Funding Stalemate Raises Questions of Executive Overreach and Congressional Gridlock
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Complete Historical Timeline

1885 Transport
Railroad Town
1942 Government
Military Presence
1943 Science
Hanford Workers
2010 Culture
Modern Era

Did You Know?

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Part of the Tri-Cities with Kennewick and Richland.
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One of fastest-growing cities in Washington.
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Major agricultural hub with large Hispanic community.
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Pasco is located in Franklin County, Washington.
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Pasco was founded in 1885.

Famous People from Pasco, Washington

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Chuck Palahniuk
Screenwriter, Writer · Born Feb 21, 1962 · Age 64
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Brian Urlacher
American Football Player · Born May 25, 1978 · Age 47
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Kristine W
Composer, Singer · Born Jun 8, 1962 · Age 63

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