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Washington residents encouraged to support Western Washington flood relief

December 11, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Washington residents encouraged to support Western Washington flood relief

OLYMPIA – Secretary of State Steve Hobbs is encouraging Washington residents, public employees, and state retirees to help residents of Western Washington affected by flooding from this week’s atmospheric river. Secretary Hobbs authorized the activation […]

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Thousands under evacuation orders, as floodwaters crest in Washington rivers

December 11, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Thousands under evacuation orders, as floodwaters crest in Washington rivers

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State StandardDecember 11, 2025 Washington state awaits an answer on its request for federal aid as it deals with unprecedented river flooding from days of heavy rain. There were no known […]

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No toll boost for major Seattle route during World Cup

December 11, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on No toll boost for major Seattle route during World Cup

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State StandardDecember 11, 2025 Drivers won’t pay higher tolls to pass through the Highway 99 tunnel in Seattle during next summer’s FIFA World Cup. The Washington State Transportation Commission voted unanimously […]

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Washington state unemployment rate remained at 4.5% in September

December 11, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Washington state unemployment rate remained at 4.5% in September

OLYMPIA – Washington’s economy decreased by an estimated 14,500 jobs (seasonally adjusted) in September 2025, and the monthly unemployment rate remained at 4.5%. September employment numbers were delayed because of the six-week federal government shutdown, which took […]

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Wilson bill would permit voluntary contributions for sea lion control

December 11, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Wilson bill would permit voluntary contributions for sea lion control

OLYMPIA – A proposal from Sen. Jeff Wilson, R-Longview, would expand Washington state’s efforts to control sea lions by asking boaters for voluntary contributions when they renew vessel licenses. Senate Bill 5851, pre-filed for consideration in […]

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Friday 12/12

Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

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What part of the human body grows at an average rate of 3 mm per month?

The part of the human body that grows at approximately 3 millimeters (mm) per month is your fingernails, with healthy fingernails growing around 3.47 mm monthly, while toenails grow slower, about 1.62 mm per month, with growth rates varying by hand, age, and environment. 

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Which pop diva released the album Butterfly in 1997?

The pop diva who released the iconic album Butterfly in 1997 was Mariah Carey, with the album dropping on September 16, 1997, marking a significant R&B/hip-hop shift in her sound with hits like "Honey" and "My All". 

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In what country is the Nobel Peace Prize awarded?

The Nobel Peace Prize is awarded in Oslo, Norway, unlike the other Nobel Prizes (Physics, Chemistry, Medicine, Literature, Economics) which are presented in Stockholm, Sweden; the Norwegian Nobel Committee selects the winner, and the ceremony takes place annually on December 10th at Oslo City Hall. 

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Which famous voice-over artist played Woody Woodpecker in his first few cartoons?

The famous voice-over artist who voiced Woody Woodpecker in his first few cartoons (1940-1941) was Mel Blanc, the legendary voice of many Looney Tunes characters, though Blanc's distinctive laugh was used long after, and his time on Woody was brief before Ben Hardaway and later, Grace Stafford (creator Walter Lantz's wife) took over the role for most of the classic era. 

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All planets in our Solar System are named after Gods, except which one?

All planets in our Solar System are named after Greek or Roman gods and goddesses, except for Earth, which comes from Old English/Germanic words meaning "ground" or "soil," not mythology, as ancient people saw Earth as the center, not another orbiting body. 

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