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4 legislative races to watch in Tuesday’s primary in Washington

August 4, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on 4 legislative races to watch in Tuesday’s primary in Washington

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State StandardAugust 4, 2025 Tuesday’s primary will gauge the political climate in Washington and provide an early forecast of how the makeup of the state Legislature could change this fall. Nine […]

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WA’s new work zone speed cameras cite 7K drivers in first 90 days

August 4, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on WA’s new work zone speed cameras cite 7K drivers in first 90 days

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State StandardAugust 4, 2025 Thousands of Washington motorists have been caught speeding through highway work zones by new cameras the state deployed this year.  Since the cameras turned on in April, […]

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Weeks after launching new statewide recycling program, Oregon sued by wholesalers

August 4, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Weeks after launching new statewide recycling program, Oregon sued by wholesalers

by Alex Baumhardt, Oregon Capital ChronicleAugust 4, 2025 The $8 trillion wholesale product distribution industry is challenging a four-year-old Oregon recycling law weeks after the law took effect. The Plastic Pollution and Recycling Modernization Act, […]

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Oregon awards $1.8 million in grants to help people enroll in private insurance

August 4, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Oregon awards $1.8 million in grants to help people enroll in private insurance

by Mia Maldonado, Oregon Capital ChronicleAugust 4, 2025 Nearly $1.8 million in grants are coming to 37 community-based organizations and licensed insurance agents across Oregon to offer free, expert help to people enrolling in health […]

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Wyden, Cortez Masto Blast Billion Dollar Bailout for Big Pharma in Republican Budget Bill

August 4, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Wyden, Cortez Masto Blast Billion Dollar Bailout for Big Pharma in Republican Budget Bill

As the Dust Settles from the Rushed and Reckless Passage of Republican Reconciliation Bill, Some of the Costliest Prescription Drugs, Including Cancer Treatments, Have Been Exempted from Medicare Negotiation for Years Trump and RFK Jr.’s […]

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Friday 5/08

Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

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What was the first Lifesaver flavor?

The first Life Savers flavor was Pep-O-Mint, created in 1912 by Clarence Crane in Cleveland, Ohio. Designed as a "summer candy" alternative to chocolate, these mints were meant to withstand heat and resembled miniature life preservers.

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Which country is the largest producer of vanilla?

Madagascar is the world's largest producer of vanilla, accounting for approximately 80% to 85% of global supply. Known for producing high-quality Bourbon vanilla, particularly in the northeastern Sava region, the country dominates the market, with Indonesia, Uganda, and Mexico following as smaller producers. 

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What American company marketed the first home video game console ­the Odyssey ­in 1972?

Magnavox marketed the first home video game console, the Odyssey, in September 1972. Designed by Ralph H. Baer at Sanders Associates, the system was released by Magnavox in the United States, selling approximately 350,000 units during its lifespan.

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Who lives in a garbage can on the TV show "Sesame Street"?

Oscar the Grouch lives in a garbage can on the television show Sesame Street. Known for his love of trash and grumpiness, he was originally performed by puppeteer Caroll Spinney starting in the show's first season in 1969. 

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Which newspaper does Peter Parker work for as a photographer?

Peter Parker primarily works as a freelance photographer for The Daily Bugle. Under editor-in-chief J. Jonah Jameson, Peter supplies the tabloid with exclusive photos of his alter-ego, Spider-Man. He has also occasionally provided photos to other publications like NOW Magazine and Front Line.

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