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Ferguson orders investigation into conduct of WA Fish and Wildlife Commission members

August 17, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Ferguson orders investigation into conduct of WA Fish and Wildlife Commission members

by Emily Fitzgerald, Washington State StandardAugust 15, 2025 Gov. Bob Ferguson has authorized an investigation into the conduct of members of the Washington State Fish and Wildlife Commission after recently revealed public records raised questions […]

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Appeals court upholds $1M in fines against WA restaurant for violating COVID restrictions

August 17, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Appeals court upholds $1M in fines against WA restaurant for violating COVID restrictions

by Emily Fitzgerald, Washington State StandardAugust 15, 2025 A southwest Washington restaurant fined nearly $1 million for repeatedly violating the state’s indoor dining ban during the COVID-19 pandemic must pay the penalty, a state court […]

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Webinar for state workers to learn about Washington benefits and reemployment services set for Aug. 21

August 17, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Webinar for state workers to learn about Washington benefits and reemployment services set for Aug. 21

OLYMPIA – The Employment Security Department, along with state and local partners, will host another layoff assistance webinar for state of Washington employees and contractors. The webinar is scheduled from 1 to 3 p.m. on […]

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Top Biden official to lead Washington’s largest state agency

August 14, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Top Biden official to lead Washington’s largest state agency

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State StandardAugust 14, 2025 Gov. Bob Ferguson on Thursday announced the hiring of a Biden administration executive to lead the state Department of Social and Health Services whose programs serve nearly […]

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Washington interpreters demand state address more than $280K in missed payments

August 14, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Washington interpreters demand state address more than $280K in missed payments

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State StandardAugust 14, 2025 Language interpreters for Washington state’s labor agency sued last year alleging they were owed hundreds of thousands of dollars in missed payments.  More than a year later, […]

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Monday 4/27

Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

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Which US state is nicknamed "Land of 10,000 Lakes"?

Minnesota is the "Land of 10,000 Lakes," a nickname highlighting its immense water resources, though the state actually contains 11,842 lakes of 10 acres or more. Formed by retreating glaciers, these lakes are a major feature of the state's geography, tourism, and culture, primarily used for recreation like fishing, boating, and ice fishing.

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Transom, poop and keel are all parts of a what?

Transom, poop, and keel are all parts of a boat or ship. 

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  • Transom: The flat, vertical surface at the stern (rear) where an outboard motor is often attached.
  • Poop: The stern, or highest rear deck of a ship.
  • Keel: The structural backbone running along the bottom of the hull for stability.

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In the movie "Ferris Bueller’s Day Off", what was Ferris’ girlfriend’s first name?

In the movie "Ferris Bueller’s Day Off", what was Ferris’ girlfriend’s first name?

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Who said "You'd be surprised how much it costs to look this cheap"?

Dolly Parton is the country singer and songwriter who famously said, "You'd be surprised how much it costs to look this cheap!". She often used this line to describe her meticulously crafted, over-the-top image, noting that her style was inspired by the "town tramp".

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What comet can be seen from Earth about every 75 years?

Halley's Comet (officially designated 1P/Halley) is the famous comet that can be seen from Earth with the naked eye approximately every 75–76 years. It last passed through the inner solar system in 1986 and is projected to return in 2061. It is the only short-period comet visible to the naked eye that can appear twice in a human lifetime.

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