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Ferguson signs controversial law tightening standards for WA sheriffs

April 2, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Ferguson signs controversial law tightening standards for WA sheriffs

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State StandardApril 1, 2026 Washington Gov. Bob Ferguson on Wednesday signed into law new standards for sheriffs that make it easier to remove them from office.  But Ferguson didn’t love all […]

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As Washington lawmakers punt on school cellphone ban, some want more action

April 2, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on As Washington lawmakers punt on school cellphone ban, some want more action

by Nate Sanford, Washington State StandardApril 2, 2026 During a recent lunch period at Robert Eagle Staff Middle School in Seattle, Principal Zachary Stowell said his walkie talkie was quiet. No fights. No incidents. It […]

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Immigrants in WA to be notified of federal workplace inspections under new law

April 2, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Immigrants in WA to be notified of federal workplace inspections under new law

by Erick Bengel, Washington State StandardApril 1, 2026 A new state law will help immigrant workers know when the records proving they can legally work in the U.S. are about to come under federal review. […]

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With more state financial stress on horizon, Ferguson signs WA budget

April 2, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on With more state financial stress on horizon, Ferguson signs WA budget

by Jerry Cornfield, Washington State StandardApril 1, 2026 Two days ago, a beaming Gov. Bob Ferguson celebrated with dozens of allies the enactment of Washington’s new tax on the income of wealthy residents. On Wednesday, […]

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Chair of WA House’s powerful budget-writing committee won’t seek reelection

April 1, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on Chair of WA House’s powerful budget-writing committee won’t seek reelection

by Jake Goldstein-Street, Washington State StandardApril 1, 2026 Spokane state Rep. Timm Ormsby, the lead budget writer for Washington House Democrats who has served in the Legislature more than two decades, won’t seek reelection this […]

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Tuesday 4/07

Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

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What common breakfast food was used to make bombs during World War II

During WWII, the U.S. government urged Americans to save excess bacon grease rendered from cooking and donate it to the army to produce glycerin, which in turn created bombs, gunpowder, and other munitions.

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What fruit was once called a Persian apple?

Peaches were once called "Persian apples" (malum Persicum in Latin) by the Romans, a name stemming from the belief that they originated in Persia. While cultivated in Persia, the fruit actually originated in China before spreading westward. The scientific name Prunus persica directly reflects this historical, albeit partially mistaken, origin.

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In the John Cougar song "Jack & Diane", what are they eating outside the Tastee-Freez?

In the 1982 John Cougar (Mellencamp) song "Jack & Diane," they are described as "suckin' on a chili dog". The song features the lyric "Suckin' on a chili dog outside the Tastee-Freez," referencing the iconic American fast-food chain and providing a nostalgic, Midwestern setting for the song's story. 

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The Great Gazoo was an alien in which cartoon series?

The Great Gazoo was a small green alien featured in the animated series The Flintstones. He appeared during the final season (starting in 1965), voiced by Harvey Korman, as a banished, magical character visible only to Fred, Barney, and their children

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What was the original name for the sweets now known as "Starburst"?

The original name for Starburst was Opal Fruits, which were introduced by Mars in the United Kingdom in 1960. The chewy, fruit-flavored candies were later renamed Starburst in the United States in 1967 before becoming the global brand name in 1998

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