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U.S. Chamber of Commerce Lobbyist reports on taxes, tariffs, and the economy for small businesses

April 16, 2026 GNCadm1n Comments Off on U.S. Chamber of Commerce Lobbyist reports on taxes, tariffs, and the economy for small businesses

Story by Rodger Nichols for Gorge Country Media On April 16, U.S. Chamber of Commerce Northwest Regional Representative and national lobbyist Chris Eyler made a Zoom presentation on issues currently facing businesses in the country […]

Sunday 6/28

Challenge your mind and your friends to Random Trivia!

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Which US state is home to the world's largest naval base?

The largest naval base in the world is Naval Station Norfolk, which is located in the state of Virginia. Situated in the Sewell's Point area of the Hampton Roads region, it serves as the headquarters for the U.S. Atlantic Fleet and houses over 75 ships and 130 aircraft.

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What is measured in fathoms?

A fathom is a traditional unit of length used primarily in maritime and naval contexts to measure the depth of water. [1, 2]
Key facts about the fathom:
    • The Length: One fathom equals 6 feet (exactly \(1.8288\) meters). 
  • The Origin: The term stems from the Old English word fæðm, which means "outstretched arms". Historically, it was defined as the distance from fingertip to fingertip of an adult man's arms spread wide. 
  • Modern Usage: While most of the world now uses meters for marine navigation, the United States and some traditional maritime sectors still utilize fathoms on navigational charts.

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What does a "rally" refer to in the stock market?

A stock market rally is a rapid or sustained increase in the prices of stocks, bonds, or broader market indexes. Driven by an influx of buyer demand and investment capital, it typically occurs after a period of flat trading or a decline, signaling renewed market confidence

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What actress was a regular on both "Dynasty" and "TJ Hooker" at the same time?

Heather Locklear was a regular on both series simultaneously. She played Sammy Jo Carrington on "Dynasty" (1981–1989) while concurrently starring as Officer Stacy Sheridan on "T.J. Hooker" (1982–1986).

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What board game's tokens include a rope, a lead pipe, and a candlestick?

These tokens belong to the classic murder mystery board game Clue (known as Cluedo internationally). They are part of the original lineup of six standard weapon pieces used to deduce how the crime was committed.

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