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Actual facts fail to change minds once people are exposed to misinformation
SPOKANE, Wash. – In the age of social media and instant information, misinformation spreads faster than ever before. A new study published in the Journal of Research in Science Teaching reveals a startling finding: when people are exposed to misinformation first, simply presenting them with the actual facts afterward may be the least effective way to change their minds.
Moses Lake Boys & Girls Clubs at Risk of Drastically Scaling Back Operations Due to New School District Fees
MOSES LAKE – The Boys & Girls Clubs of the Columbia Basin, a vital resource for hundreds of low-income and at-risk youth in the Moses Lake community, may be forced to drastically scale back its operations due to a new facility use fee schedule proposed by the Moses Lake School District.
How Washington residents can get $200 toward their electric bills
Editors’ note: Additional context and perspective about the grant program providing the rebates to utility customers have been included to accompany an earlier version of this story. Washington residents can make money this month with just the tap on the phone screen or a click of the mouse. The...
Why Did A Bunch Of Illinois KFC’s Suddenly Close This Week?
There's a chicken-fried mystery in Illinois. According to WHBF/WMBD, multiple Kentucky Fried Chicken locations in Illinois suddenly closed their doors this week. This led to mass surprise layoffs. KFC has 150 locations in Illinois. On Monday, 4 of them closed and recently, over a dozen locations have closed. This includes...
Wildfires increase mercury in Pacific Northwest headwater streams, USGS study shows
Researchers with the U.S. Geological Survey found wildfires are increasing mercury concentrations in Pacific Northwest headwater streams. Mercury is a naturally occurring metal found in rocks and soil. But under the right conditions, it can be converted into methylmercury, a highly toxic form that accumulates in organisms such as fish and humans, said Boise-based USGS […]
11 Washington ports awarded state funding for electrification projects
OLYMPIA – A total of $26.5 million recently was awarded to 11 Washington ports to electrify their operations. These projects collectively plan to reduce their greenhouse gas emissions by more than 140,000 metric tons over the next 10 years. This year’s awards are a first, with the Port Electrification...
I-90 eastbound Division Street exit closed due to fatal motorcycle crash
SPOKANE, Wash. – The Washington State Patrol (WSP) has reported that I-90 is currently closed at the eastbound Division Street exit due to a fatal motorcycle crash. A spokesperson from WSP said that a trooper observed a motorcycle traveling at a high rate of speed, flashed its lights and attempted to pull the rider over and slow them down.
Traffic delays on Maple Street Bridge due to car crash
SPOKANE, Wash. — A car crash on the Maple Street Bridge caused traffic delays during rush hour. Fire crews are on the scene assessing the situation, but it is unclear when traffic will return to normal. This is a developing story, and more information will be provided as it...
Costco takes steps toward building $22.9 million warehouse
A long-anticipated second Tri-Cities Costco appears to be moving closer toward development. Two building permit applications were filed with the city of Richland for work at 3125 Queensgate Drive with Costco Wholesale listed as the owner. Neither permit has been issued, and a lease for the state land where it would be located has not been finalized.
Moses Lake seed breeder honored
Aug. 23—SEATTLE — Jerry Benson of Moses Lake was recently honored by the Washington Native Plant Society, according to an announcement from the society. Benson, owner of BFI Native Seeds in Moses Lake, was named a WNPS Arthur R. Kruckeberg Fellow, according to the announcement. This is the highest honor given by the Society and recognizes outstanding contributions to the understanding and ...
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