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Washington’s congressional lawmakers react to federal government shutdown

October 1, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Washington’s congressional lawmakers react to federal government shutdown

by Washington State Standard Staff, Washington State StandardOctober 1, 2025 Members of Washington’s congressional delegation are largely sticking to their parties’ respective scripts as they respond to the federal government shutdown, with each side blaming […]

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Lawmakers revisit WA’s plastic bag restrictions

October 1, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Lawmakers revisit WA’s plastic bag restrictions

by Emily Fitzgerald, Washington State StandardOctober 1, 2025 Washington shoppers will pay 4 cents more per plastic grocery bag starting in January. But the bags themselves won’t get any thicker for at least another two […]

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Federal government shutdown: Employment Security ready to help impacted workers

October 1, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Federal government shutdown: Employment Security ready to help impacted workers

OLYMPIA – The state Employment Security Department is ready to help federal government workers affected by the partial federal government shutdown that began today. Washington state has 79,532 federal workers with total wages of $2 billion, […]

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State Awards Grants for Projects to Recover Salmon Habitat

October 1, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on State Awards Grants for Projects to Recover Salmon Habitat

OLYMPIA–The Washington State Salmon Recovery Funding Board and Puget Sound Partnership today announced the award of more than $61 million in grants to 155 projects across the state aimed at restoring salmon habitat. “These grants fund important […]

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Tomorrow’s voters in training: 2025 Student Mock Election now open

October 1, 2025 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Tomorrow’s voters in training: 2025 Student Mock Election now open

OLYMPIA – The Office of the Secretary of State (OSOS) encourages all K-12 students and educators across Washington state to participate in the 2025 Student Mock Election, open now until Election Day, Nov. 4. The […]

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Thursday 10/08

Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

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What do you call the folded-over edge of fabric that a drawstring would go through?

The folded-over edge of fabric used to enclose a drawstring or elastic is called a casing. 
    • Definition: A casing is a fabric tunnel or channel created by folding the edge of a garment or bag over and stitching it down.
  • Common Uses: Waistbands on sweatpants, the top edges of gym bags or pouches, and the hoods of sweatshirts.

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Which of these competition shows has Simon Cowell never been a judge on?

Simon Cowell has never been a judge on The Voice. He has served as a judge on both America's Got Talent and The X Factor, along with other major series like American Idol and Britain's Got Talent.

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Cement is made with which of these minerals?

Cement is primarily made using calcium-rich minerals, with limestone (which contains the mineral calcite) serving as the main raw material. It typically constitutes about 75% of the overall mixture.

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Cats opened on Broadway 39 years ago. Which pop star had a role in the big-screen reboot of the musical?

Taylor Swift starred as Bombalurina in the 2019 big-screen adaptation of Cats. Pop star Jason Derulo also appeared in the film, playing the role of Rum Tum Tugger.

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How many pounds of propane does a typical tank for a gas grill hold?

A typical gas grill uses a 20-pound propane tank, which holds about 15 to 20 pounds (roughly 4.6 to 4.7 gallons) of propane when full.

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