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Coal power in WA Legislature’s crosshairs after talk of Centralia plant’s revival

February 13, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Coal power in WA Legislature’s crosshairs after talk of Centralia plant’s revival

by Tom Banse, Washington State StandardFebruary 12, 2026 The Washington House of Representatives on Thursday approved a new coal tax that targets a single company.  It’s meant to thwart a surprise move by the Trump […]

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Salinas, Merkley, immigrant rights advocates speak against ICE in Woodburn

February 13, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Salinas, Merkley, immigrant rights advocates speak against ICE in Woodburn

by Julia Shumway, Oregon Capital ChronicleFebruary 13, 2026 Para leer en español, haga clic aquí.  WOODBURN— Stopping overly aggressive immigration enforcement will take a “groundswell” of backlash from elected leaders and ordinary Americans, U.S. Rep. […]

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Democratic Oregon lawmakers advance bill to move transportation tax referendum to May

February 13, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Democratic Oregon lawmakers advance bill to move transportation tax referendum to May

by Mia Maldonado, Oregon Capital ChronicleFebruary 12, 2026 A bill to reschedule the date for a controversial transportation tax referendum from November to May is headed to the Oregon Senate for a vote.  Senate Bill […]

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The Dalles and Bonneville Pools opens for one day of sturgeon retention

February 13, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on The Dalles and Bonneville Pools opens for one day of sturgeon retention

The Dalles Pool opens for one day of sturgeon retention Action: Opens one day of white sturgeon retention. Species affected: White sturgeon.     Location: Columbia River from The Dalles Dam to John Day Dam and all adjacent Washington […]

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House approves Abell bill allowing family burial grounds on private property

February 13, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on House approves Abell bill allowing family burial grounds on private property

Families in Washington may soon have a new option to honor loved ones on land they cherish. The state House has unanimously approved legislation from Republican Representative Hunter Abell of Inchelium allowing families to establish small burial […]

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What is the monarch butterfly’s favored host plant?

Milkweed -- Butterflies strategically lay their eggs on plants that will be eaten by the caterpillars after they hatch. Certain species have favorite plants, which are called host plants.

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Who played the role of John Anderton in the movie "Minority Report"?

Tom Cruise played the role of Chief John Anderton in the 2002 science-fiction movie Minority Report. 
Movie Details
  • Director: Steven Spielberg
  • Character: Chief John Anderton, the head of a special police unit that stops crimes before they happen.
  • Plot: Anderton is accused of a future crime and must run to prove his innocence.

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Do ants sleep?

Yes, ants do sleep, but they do not sleep like humans do. Instead of one long stretch of sleep at night, ants take hundreds of short power naps throughout the 24-hour day.

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In what country would you find the active volcano "Fuji"?

You can find Mount Fuji in Japan. 
Key Facts
  • Location: Honshu island, crossing the Yamanashi and Shizuoka prefectures.
  • Height: 3,776 meters (12,389 feet), making it the highest peak in the country.
  • Status: An active stratovolcano that last erupted in 1707.
  • Proximity: Located about 100 kilometers (62 miles) southwest of Tokyo.

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What is Albumen more commonly known as?

Albumen is more commonly known as the egg white. 
Key Details
  • Origin: The word comes from the Latin albus, meaning "white".
  • Composition: It consists of about 90% water and 10% proteins (including various albumins) that protect the yolk and nourish a developing embryo.
  • Uses: It is widely used in cooking (like meringues and cakes), wine clarification, and historical photographic prints.

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