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Tuesday morning, 6:30 a.m. I exited my home, climbed into my Dodge Dakota pickup, and pulled out of the driveway on my way to work at Texas Instruments in Santa Cruz, California. It was the same routine I’d followed morning after morning since Kay and I bought our first home in the hills of Ben…
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The UP Phone, powered by LibertOS, champions privacy with maximum encryption, a robust “Privacy Mode,” and no Google services. Connect securely via a modified Android base, prioritizing user discretion.
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In 1969, while serving in Fort Ord, California, Dale Giibboney first considered a political run. Decades later, now a retired professional and former LA policeman, he’s taking that leap as a candidate for Kootenai County Commissioner. Driven by a blend of personal conviction and community support, Dale embodies the spirit of active civic engagement, urging fellow veterans to bring their leadership to local politics.
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The North Idaho Veterans Stand Down event is poised to offer an extensive range of services to veterans and their families, underlining the community’s commitment to those who have served our nation. This annual fair, taking place on May 18, 2024, from 8 AM to 1 PM at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds, provides a valuable opportunity for veterans to access medical care, counseling, legal advice, and more.
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On Saturday, March 2, 2024, around 0300 hours, Trooper Christopher M. Gadd was killed when a suspected drunk driver struck his patrol vehicle on I-5 in Marysville. Gadd served two-and-a-half years as a trooper and is survived by his wife, Cammryn, daughter Kaelyn, father WSP Trooper David Gadd, mother Gillian, sister, Jacqueline who currently serves…
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This morning, I asked GROK about the average national K-12 reading proficiency score in America. Here’s what GROK found: The average national K-12 reading proficiency score in America varies by grade level, but overall, it falls below the desired proficiency level. According to the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP), only about one-third of American…
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