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Month: January 2026

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Washington

Legal fight over natural gas initiative crescendoes at WA Supreme Court

January 23, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Legal fight over natural gas initiative crescendoes at WA Supreme Court

The 2024 ballot measure aims to ensure consumers maintain access to natural gas. Voters approved it, but opponents say it’s flawed and should be tossed out. t was more than a year ago when voters […]

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Oregon

Gov. Tina Kotek picks Nevada state forester as first woman to lead Oregon Forestry Department

January 23, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Gov. Tina Kotek picks Nevada state forester as first woman to lead Oregon Forestry Department

After a year-long search, Gov. Tina Kotek has chosen Nevada’s state forester to take the helm of the Oregon Department of Forestry. Kacey KC would be the first woman to permanently hold the director’s position […]

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Local News

FERC approves Goldendale Pumped Energy Storage Project

January 23, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on FERC approves Goldendale Pumped Energy Storage Project

The long-awaited Goldendale pumped storage project got a big boost Thursday, January 22, as the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission, known as FERC, approved a 40-year license for the facility. This is a landmark moment for […]

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Science / Health

To clear ice and snow, there are rock salt alternatives that are safer for your pets and yard

January 23, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on To clear ice and snow, there are rock salt alternatives that are safer for your pets and yard

Winter has its fans, but even those who enjoy playing in the snow probably dislike the chore of clearing up after a big storm that dumps several inches or even feet of snow and ice. […]

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Science / Health

NASA and families of fallen astronauts mark 40th anniversary of space shuttle Challenger accident

January 23, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on NASA and families of fallen astronauts mark 40th anniversary of space shuttle Challenger accident

CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Families of the astronauts lost in the space shuttle Challengeraccident gathered back at the launch site Thursday to mark that tragic day 40 years ago. All seven on board were killed […]

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Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

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What children's classic first chapter is titled "Down the Rabbit-Hole"?

The children's classic with the first chapter titled "Down the Rabbit-Hole" is Alice's Adventures in Wonderland (often shortened to Alice in Wonderland), written by Lewis Carroll and published in 1865. In this chapter, the protagonist, Alice, follows a waistcoat-wearing White Rabbit down a large hole, initiating her journey into the fantastical world of Wonderland

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What is the capital of South Korea?

Seoul is the capital of South Korea and the economic and cultural center of the Republic of Korea. Situated on the lower Han River the capital is only 35 miles from the Demilitarized Zone established with North Korea in 1953.

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Which First Lady saved a portrait of George Washington from a fire at the White House?

First Lady Dolley Madison famously saved the iconic Lansdowne portrait of George Washington from the White House on August 24, 1814, shortly before British troops set fire to the building during the War of 1812. She ordered the large painting to be cut from its frame to ensure its safety before fleeing.

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Which U.S. President first added a putting green to the White House lawn?

President Dwight D. Eisenhower first added a putting green to the White House lawn in 1954. An avid golfer, Eisenhower had the 3,000-square-foot green installed on the South Lawn near the Oval Office to practice his short game, with assistance from the United States Golf Association (USGA) and private donations.

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How many gold medals did US swimmer Michael Phelps win at the 2016 Summer Olympics?

US swimmer Michael Phelps won a total of five gold medals at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio de Janeiro. He also secured one silver medal, bringing his total medal haul at the 2016 Games to six.

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