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‘Sanctuary jurisdiction’ list taken down after pushback

June 8, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on ‘Sanctuary jurisdiction’ list taken down after pushback

When the Department of Homeland Security published their map of “sanctuary jurisdictions,” citing 14 states and about 200 cities and counties in 37 states, only four cities were named in Oregon: Portland, Beaverton, Eugene and…Hood […]

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HOUSE AND SENATE REPUBLICANS RELEASE TRANSPORTATION BILL

June 8, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on HOUSE AND SENATE REPUBLICANS RELEASE TRANSPORTATION BILL

REFOCUS ODOT, PRIORITIZE SPENDING, NO NEW TAXES SALEM, Ore. – Today House Republicans released LC 4934 which preserves operations and maintenance that are key to core functions of ODOT, especially in rural Oregon, such as […]

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HAMMOND CONVICTED OF MURDER FOR DOWNTOWN PORTLAND SHOOTING

June 7, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on HAMMOND CONVICTED OF MURDER FOR DOWNTOWN PORTLAND SHOOTING

Portland, OR- A Multnomah County jury convicted Geoffrey Edward Hammond today on charges of Murder in the second degree for killing Ryan Martin and Attempted Murder in the second degree for shooting Sam Gomez. The incident that […]

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In major reversal, Kotek seeks return of fugitive suspected of targeting Asian Oregonians

June 6, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on In major reversal, Kotek seeks return of fugitive suspected of targeting Asian Oregonians

by Shaanth Nanguneri, Oregon Capital ChronicleJune 6, 2025 Gov. Tina Kotek on Friday said she’s ordered the extradition of a suspected member of a multi-state burglary ring who allegedly targeted Asian households throughout the Eugene […]

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Oregon schools get some relief from rising retirement costs amid tough budget season

June 6, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Oregon schools get some relief from rising retirement costs amid tough budget season

by Natalie Pate, OPB, Oregon Capital ChronicleJune 6, 2025 In a budget season rife with cuts and constraints, school districts have some good news. The Oregon Public Employees Retirement System, known as PERS, has announced […]

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Wednesday 6/24

Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

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In bowling, what is it if you knock down all the pins with two balls?

It is called a spare. [1]
A spare occurs when you knock down some pins on your first roll of a frame, and then successfully knock down the remaining pins on your second roll. [1]
Here is how scoring a spare breaks down:
  • The Score: You receive 10 points for the frame.
  • The Bonus: You also get a bonus equal to the number of pins you knock down on your next single roll.
  • Score Notation: On a scorecard, it is usually marked with a forward slash ( /)

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Which country overtook China to become the world’s most populous nation in 2023?

India surpassed China to become the world's most populous nation in April 2023, according to projections from the United Nations Population Fund. 
The crossover marked the first time China had lost the top spot since the United Nations began keeping population records in 1950. While India's population has continued to grow, China experienced its first population decline in decades India overtakes China as the world’s most populous country.

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What chain opened its first store in 1962 in the town of Rogers, Arkansas?

Walmart opened its very first store (originally named "Wal-Mart Discount City") in Rogers, Arkansas, on July 2, 1962.
Founded by Sam Walton, this first location was at 719 W. Walnut Street. It marked the beginning of what would grow into the world's largest retail company, which is now headquartered just up the road in Bentonville, Arkansas.

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In golf, what is the standard diameter of the hole?

A standard golf hole is exactly 4.25 inches (10.8 cm) in diameter and at least 4 inches deep.

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"Panther Cap", "Stinkhorn" and "Penny Bun" are all types of what?

They are all types of mushrooms (fungi).
Here are a few quick details about each:
  • Panther Cap (Amanita pantherina): A highly toxic mushroom known for its brown cap with white spots. You can read more about it on the First Nature profile.
  • Stinkhorn (order Phallales): A family of mushrooms easily recognized by their foul odor and slimy, spore-bearing head. Details are available on the First Nature taxonomy page. 
  • Penny Bun (Boletus edulis): Also widely known as the porcini mushroom, this is a highly prized, edible species. Identification guides and features can be found on First Nature. 
Would you like to learn more about identifying edible vs. poisonous mushrooms, or are you looking for recipes that use specific types like the Penny Bun?

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