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What to know about security measures at the Super Bowl in New Orleans

February 2, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on What to know about security measures at the Super Bowl in New Orleans

NEW ORLEANS (AP) — After a New Year’s Day attack struck at the heart of the French Quarter, officials in New Orleans say they are confident in the security plans they have in place for the Super Bowl. Upwards […]

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Washington lawmakers hear public testimony on bill to define the role of sheriff’s ‘posses’

February 2, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Washington lawmakers hear public testimony on bill to define the role of sheriff’s ‘posses’

by Moe K. Clark, InvestigateWest, Washington State StandardFebruary 2, 2025 A bill that seeks to establish parameters for volunteers acting on behalf of a local sheriff’s office had a public hearing at the Washington State […]

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Washington Democratic leader loses bid for key post with national party

February 2, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Washington Democratic leader loses bid for key post with national party

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State StandardFebruary 2, 2025 Washington state Democratic Party chair Shasti Conrad came up short Saturday night in her bid for a leadership post with the Democratic National Committee that would have […]

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Capitol Calendar

February 2, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Capitol Calendar

Here’s your Capitol Calendar report for the week of Feb. 3 – 7.

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Stumptown Fil’ and furiends predict more winter

February 2, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Stumptown Fil’ and furiends predict more winter

Filbert the beaver has made his furcast, with an assist from the Portland Trail Blazers  PORTLAND, Ore. — Keep those jackets on, Portlanders. Filbert the beaver — aka Stumptown Fil — has made his weather prediction at […]

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Thursday 5/14

Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

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Which viral video challenge in 2014 raised millions for ALS research?

The viral video challenge in 2014 that raised over $220 million worldwide for Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) research was the Ice Bucket Challenge. Participants filmed themselves dumping ice water on their heads, tagged others on social media to do the same, and donated to ALS charities, significantly boosting awareness for the disease.

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What US state has the longest border with Canada?

Alaska has the longest border with Canada, extending 1,538 miles,  This border spans from the Arctic Ocean down to British Columbia, representing the longest continuous international border segment of any single U.S. state.

Top 3 States by Border Length with Canada:

Alaska: 1,538 miles
Michigan: 721 miles
Maine: 611 miles

  • While the "lower 48" states share a combined 3,987-mile border with Canada, the Alaskan border is the longest individual segment, accounting for roughly 28% of the total 5,525-mile U.S.-Canada boundary

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Dover is the capital of which US state?

Dover is the capital of Delaware. It has served as the state capital since 1777 and is also the county seat of Kent County. Founded by William Penn in 1683, it is located on the St. Jones River.

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What is the standard unit of kinetic energy?

The standard unit for kinetic energy in the International System of Units (SI) is the Joule, symbolized by J. A joule is defined as the work done by a force of one newton acting through a distance of one meter, which corresponds to 1 kg.

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What book by George Orwell had a film adaption that was funded by the CIA?

The 1954 animated film adaptation of George Orwell's Animal Farm was covertly funded and produced by the CIA. As a Cold War propaganda tool, the agency altered the script to create a stronger anti-communist message, notably changing the ending to heighten opposition to Soviet-style totalitarianism.

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