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City Council Votes On Plan For $2.2 Million in CARES Act Funding

The Duluth City Council will be determining what to do with $2.2 million they have received from the CARES Act.

July 20, 2020

Jane Kim, Site Staff,

DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth City Council has voted on a plan on how to spend $2.2 million the city received from the federal CARES Act. The Act was passed by Congress in March with the goal of infusing funding into communities to help them get through the pandemic. The funding will go to low and moderate-income communities within Duluth….

Mayor Larson Announces Members of Spirit Mountain Task Force

July 20, 2020

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DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Mayor Emily Larson announced on Monday that thirteen members have been selected for the Spirit Mountain Task Force. Last month, the city said they would be creating the Task Force to assist in drafting ” a set of recommendations intended to help achieve financial stability” for Spirit Mountain moving forward. The Task Force will be working…

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Monday, July 20

July 20, 2020

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ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 46,204 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Monday morning and 3 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,541 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 853,188 tests have been completed to date. There are 40,001 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 4,627 patients have required hospitalization…

Semi With Oversize Load Stuck in Duluth’s ‘Can of Worms’

July 17, 2020

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(courtesy: MN DOT) UPDATE: DULUTH, Minn. – (4:30 p.m.) Minnesota State Patrol says the ramps from I-535 to southbound 35 and northbound Hwy 53 are now open. The ramp from southbound I-35 to northbound Hwy 53 west remains closed. DULUTH, Minn. – A semi-truck with an oversize load has blocked access to Duluth’s “can of worms.” Minnesota State Patrol says…

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Friday, July 17

July 17, 2020

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ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 45,013 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Friday morning and 7 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,533 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 819,511 tests have been completed to date. There are 38,568 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 4,563 patients have required hospitalization…

One Killed in Fayal Township Motorcycle Crash

July 17, 2020

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FAYAL TOWNSHIP, Minn. – A 60-year-old Eveleth man was killed Thursday night in a motorcycle crash on Highway 53. According to the Minnesota State Patrol, the accident happened around 8:00 p.m. near the intersection of US 53 and CR-16 in Fayal Township. Authorities believe Keith Allan Perrault, 60, was traveling northbound on US 53 when he lost control of his…

DEED Warns Minnesotans on Unemployment that $600 Federal Payment Ends in July

July 16, 2020

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(FOX 9) – The Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development alerted Minnesotans receiving unemployment insurance benefits Thursday that the $600 additional federal payment is scheduled to end this month. The payments were authorized by Congress in the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act, also known as the CARES Act, which was signed into law on March 27. The $600 payment was additional…

Hummingbird Assisted Living Confirms 11 COVID-19 Cases

July 16, 2020

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MEADOWLANDS, Minn. – Hummingbird Assisted Living confirmed Thursday that nine residents and two staff members have tested positive for COVID-19. Facilities Administrator Mike Lindgren says they are still waiting to hear back about additional test results for six residents and five staff members. “It was just a matter of time before we got it. We are taking this very seriously….

Duluth Man Charged With 5 Counts of Burglary For Multiple Business Break-ins

July 16, 2020

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DULUTH, Minn. – A Duluth man is facing five charges of second-degree burglary after police say he broke into three local area businesses and stole various items at each location between May and June. Court records state that 19-year-old Colten West Reilly was charged on Wednesday for five burglaries at the Smokeshop, Piedmont Liquor, and the Dollar Tree in Duluth….

One Dead in Beaver Bay Township Motorcycle Crash

July 16, 2020

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BEAVER BAY TOWNSHIP, Minn. – Authorities say a Wisconsin man died early Thursday morning in a motorcycle crash on Highway 1. The crash happened around 1:54 a.m. in Beaver Bay Township. Minnesota State Patrol says the 45-year-old man from Johnson Creek, Wisconsin, was driving his motorcycle southbound on Highway 1 when he drove off the road onto the right shoulder…

Bayfield City Council Approves Face Mask Ordinance

July 16, 2020

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BAYFIELD, Wis. – On Wednesday night the Bayfield City Council voted unanimously to pass an ordinance requiring face coverings in indoor public spaces and most outdoor spaces in the city beginning Saturday. The ordinance states: “While indoors in any commercial business or City office, and in an Outdoor Space that is open to the general public, all customers, employees, and…

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Thursday, July 16

July 16, 2020

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ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 44,347 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Thursday morning and 8 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,526 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 805,212 tests have been completed to date. There are 38,290 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 4,526 patients have required hospitalization…

Two Silver Bay Veterans Home Staff Test Positive for COVID-19

July 16, 2020

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SILVER BAY, Minn. – The Silver Bay Veterans Home has confirmed two positive cases of COVID-19 at the facility. The Minnesota Department of Veterans Affairs says although the facility has taken necessary precautions two employees tested positive earlier this week. “We anticipated this day would come and we are prepared for this situation and are taking all necessary precautions to…

Chester Bowl Fall Fest 2020 Canceled

July 16, 2020

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DULUTH, Minn. – The Chester Bowl Fall Fest 2020 has been canceled. Event organizers announced their decision to cancel the event Thursday morning saying they would be unable to safely hold such a large event during the COVID-19 pandemic. Program Manager Sam Luoma says “We look forward to this event all year as a celebration of community and the change…

2020 Duluth Oktoberfestival Canceled

July 16, 2020

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DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Oktoberfestival event will be postponed until 2021. “With the current restrictions in place on outdoor entertainment in the State of Minnesota due to COVID-19 we are unable to offer an authentic experience that meets the expectations of our guests and our brand this year”, said Ryan Kern, President of Kern and Kompany Marketing and Special…

Duluth Firefighter Cited in Woman’s Assault Placed on Paid Leave

July 15, 2020

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DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth firefighter cited for assaulting a woman on a Duluth trail last week has been placed on paid administrative leave. Assault victim According to Duluth Fire Chief Shawn Krizaj, Conrad Sunde, 48, was put on paid leave on Monday, July 13 pending the results of an internal investigation. According to police reports, the incident happened…

Essentia Health Moving Mobile COVID-19 Testing Site

July 15, 2020

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DULUTH, Minn. – Essentia Health will be moving their mobile COVID-19 testing site to the former Sears building at the Miller Hill Mall on Thursday. Essentia says the move is being made to better accommodate an influx in traffic and testing at the current West Duluth location. The hospital says the hours of operation at the new site will be…

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Wednesday, July 15

July 15, 2020

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ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 43,742 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Wednesday morning and 8 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,518 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 790,497 tests have been completed to date. There are 38,179 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 4,495 patients have required hospitalization…

Black Bear Casino Now Smoke Free

July 15, 2020

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(courtesy: Facebook/The Official Black Bear Casino Resort) CLOQUET, Minn. – Black Bear Casino says they are now 100 percent smoke-free. The casino announced in a Facebook post on Tuesday that beginning July 15 at 10:00 a.m. they “will no longer allow smoking inside of the building.” Guests will still be allowed to smoke outside of the building. Black Bear Casino…

Walmart and Sam’s Club to Require all Customers to Wear Face Masks Starting July 20

July 15, 2020

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BENTONVILLE, Ark. – Walmart will require customers to wear face coverings at all of its namesake and Sam’s Club stores, making it the largest retailer to introduce such a policy that has otherwise proven difficult to enforce without state and federal requirements. The company said the policy will go into effect on Monday to allow time to inform stores and customers. The…

Two Seriously Injured in Silver Township House Explosion, Fire

July 15, 2020

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SILVER TOWNSHIP, Minn. – The Carlton County Sheriff’s Office says two women were seriously injured in a home explosion and fire in Silver Township Tuesday evening. The incident happened around 8:53 p.m. at 4080 Korhonen Road. Authorities say initial reports indicated that a 75-year-old woman had been injured and another 52-year-old woman was trapped in the basement. The 52-year-old woman…

Former St. Louis County Social Worker Charged With Sexual Assault Sentenced

July 14, 2020

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DULUTH, Minn. – A former St. Louis County social worker convicted of criminal sexual conduct was sentenced Monday to 57 months in prison for demanding sex from a female client, but that was stayed for seven years of probation. According to the criminal complaint, Michael Bryant, 47, forced his female client to strip naked, get down on her knees, and…

Duluth School District Provides Families, Staff With Fall Planning Survey

July 14, 2020

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DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth School District is asking families with children in Duluth Public Schools, as well as staff, to take part in a planning survey as they continue to weigh options for fall. “While we’re working with three scenarios provided by the state, it’s also important for us to understand the needs of our families and staff,” said…

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Tuesday, July 14

July 14, 2020

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ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 43,170 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Tuesday morning and 6 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,510 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 777,614 tests have been completed to date. There are 37,749 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 4,452 patients have required hospitalization…

Two Arrested Following Stolen Vehicle Pursuit in Hermantown

July 14, 2020

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HERMANTOWN, Minn. – Two male suspects were arrested Monday night after crashing a stolen vehicle near the intersection of Maple Grove Road and Steber Road. According to the Hermantown Police Department, officers responded to the Hermantown Walmart on reports of a male shoplifter around 6:15 p.m. When officers arrived on the scene they learned that the male shoplifter left Walmart…

Ashland and Bayfield Counties Issue Face Mask Advisory, Effective Friday

July 13, 2020

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ASHLAND COUNTY, Wis. – Ashland and Bayfield County Public Health announced on Monday that they are issuing an emergency mask advisory effective Friday. The advisory states anyone five years of age or older are advised to wear a face mask when in an enclosed building where other people who are not in a person’s immediate household or living unit could…

Watch: Minnesota Department of Health Daily COVID-19 Briefing

July 13, 2020

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Categories: Coronavirus, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

No Injuries Reported in Morgan Park Multi-Unit Fire

July 13, 2020

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DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Fire Department says multiple fire crews responded to a structure fire Monday morning just before 10:00 a.m. in the Morgan Park neighborhood. According to reports, the caller stated there was an explosion and people were possibly trapped inside the multi-residential building. When fire crews arrived on the scene, at 917 N. 88th Avenue West, a…

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Monday, July 13

July 13, 2020

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ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 42,772 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Monday morning and 2 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,504 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 768,989 tests have been completed to date. There are 37,199 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 4,424 patients have required hospitalization…

Washington Retiring Redskins Nickname and Logo, Team Says

July 13, 2020

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WASHINGTON – The Washington Redskins will officially retire the team’s nickname and logo, according to a statement by the team. The team announced the decision in a Tweet on Monday. pic.twitter.com/wFvTxdUP9s — Washington Redskins (@Redskins) July 13, 2020 The change comes less than two weeks after owner Dan Snyder launched an organizational review amid pressure from sponsors to make a change. Native…

UPDATE: Suspect Identified, Cited in Traverse Trail Assault

July 10, 2020

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DULUTH, Minn. – A firefighter of nearly 20 years is accused of assaulting a woman on a Duluth trail on Friday morning after she told him to leash his dogs. According to the Duluth Police Department, a 65-year-old woman was on the Duluth Traverse Trail near 84th Avenue when she was assaulted. The attack leaving her face bruised and bloody….

Juvenile Killed in Bike VS. Vehicle Crash in Washburn County

July 10, 2020

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WASHBURN COUNTY, Wis. – The Washburn County Sheriff’s Office says a juvenile bicyclist died Thursday evening after being struck by a vehicle. The accident happened around 6:22 p.m. on Green Valley Road. Authorities say the juvenile was pronounced dead at the scene. The accident remains under investigation. Categories: News, News – Latest News, Wisconsin

Who Might be Eligible for a Second Stimulus Check and for How Much Money?

July 10, 2020

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FOX BUSINESS – As coronavirus incidences throughout the United States continue to rise, the case for issuing another round of direct payments to households appears to be growing stronger – so who might be eligible for money and when? The Trump administration, and leaders from both political parties, have recently come out in favor of issuing more checks to some people, though…

Duluth Police Searching for Assault Suspect

July 10, 2020

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UPDATE: Duluth Police say the suspect has been identified. DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Police say they are searching for a suspect in connection to a Friday morning assault on the Traverse Trail. Authorities say officers responded to the 300 block of 84th Avenue West around 8:00 a.m. on reports of a 65-year-old woman who was assaulted on the trail. Officers…

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Friday, July 10

July 10, 2020

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ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 40,767 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Friday morning and 5 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,495 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 725,825 tests have been completed to date. There are 35,442 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 4,329 patients have required hospitalization…

13 Confirmed COVID-19 Cases Linked to Ashland Hockey Tournament

July 9, 2020

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ASHLAND COUNTY, Wis. – Ashland County officials say a recent hockey tournament event hosted in Ashland has resulted in thirteen confirmed cases of COVID-19 in the tri-state area. In a recent community letter, officials say more tests are pending, and confirmed cases have been present in both children and adults. Health officials say multiple businesses in the area have temporarily…

Judge Issues Gag Order in Cases Against 4 Former Minneapolis Police Officers

July 9, 2020

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(Hennepin County Sheriff’s Office via AP) MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) – A Hennepin County judge presiding over the cases against the four former Minneapolis police officers charged in the killing of George Floyd has issued a gag order after at least two of the attorneys talked to the media Wednesday. The order comes weeks after Judge Peter Cahill warned the attorneys and those connected to…

Multiple Vehicles Catch Fire in Lincoln Park Blaze

July 9, 2020

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DULUTH, Minn.-A fire that happened just after 11 a.m. caused a massive plume of smoke to be seen for miles around the Northland. According to authorities the fire department responded to a report of camper on fire near an alley on 17th Avenue West between West Superior and West First streets. The fire then spread to three small buses, two…

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Thursday, July 9

July 9, 2020

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ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 40,163 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Thursday morning and 5 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,490 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 705,440 tests have been completed to date. There are 35,193 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 4,305 patients have required hospitalization…

DPAA: Remains of Superior Soldier From Korean War Identified, to be Buried

July 9, 2020

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SUPERIOR, Wis. – The Defense POW/MIA Accounting Agency (DPAA) announced on Thursday that the remains of Army Cpl. Francis J. Rochon, 21, of Superior who was reported missing in action during the Korean Way, has now been identified and accounted for. In late 1950, Rochon was a member of Company C, 1st Battalion, 23rd Infantry Regiment, 2nd Infantry Division. He…

KQDS-TV Rescan Message – FCC Spectrum Repack

The FCC has assigned KQDS-TV to a new broadcast frequency. Here's what you need to know...

July 9, 2020

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Construction has been completed on the primary full power transmitter. KQDS-TV is back to full signal strength and viewers who were not able to receive us during our construction period are now able to re-scan and receive KQDS FOX 21 channels, 21.1 & 21.2. Note that if you are tuning in to one of our translator sites you will…

Split Rock Lighthouse to Reopen Next Week

July 9, 2020

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TWO HARBORS, Minn. – Split Rock Lighthouse announced Wednesday that they plan to reopen next week. According to the Split Rock website, beginning July 15 all tours of the grounds will be self-guided with staff members available to share information and answer questions. Due to social distancing concerns, the interior of the lighthouse and the Keeper’s House will remain temporarily…

William A. Irvin to Resume Onboard Tours for 2020 Season

July 8, 2020

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DULUTH, Minn. – Officials with the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center announced Wednesday afternoon that the William A. Irvin will resume onboard tours on Friday. Station to station tours will continue every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. through September. This marks the first time since 2017 that onboard tours have been conducted after the ship was…

DTA to Restore Service With Additional Changes in Coming Weeks

July 8, 2020

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DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Transit Authority announced Wednesday that it will be returning to regular summer service levels starting July 19. Several routes that had been paused due to COVID-19 are expected to restore at that time. The DTA says it will roll out the following items: Service levels will be restored to that of traditional Summer service, with…

Watch: Minnesota Department of Health Daily COVID-19 Briefing

July 8, 2020

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Categories: Coronavirus, Minnesota, News, News – Latest News

Updated COVID-19 Numbers: Wednesday, July 8

July 8, 2020

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ST. PAUL, Minn. – Minnesota health officials reported 39,589 confirmed COVID-19 cases in the state Wednesday morning and 8 new deaths bringing the death total to 1,485 in Minnesota. According to the Minnesota Department of Health website, 692,970 tests have been completed to date. There are 34,902 patients who no longer require isolation. So far, 4,272 patients have required hospitalization…

Sex Offender to be Released in Superior

July 8, 2020

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SUPERIOR, Wis. – Authorities in Superior say a sex offender will be released Friday, July 17, and plans to reside in the vicinity of the 1600 block of North 16th Street in Superior. According to police, Christopher Stevens, 32, pled no contact in Douglas County to five counts of possession of child pornography in 2018. Stevens is described as a…

Duluth Police: Suspect Arrested in Connection to Tuesday Hit-and-Run Incident

July 7, 2020

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DULUTH, Minn. – Duluth Police say they have located and arrested a suspect in connection to a Tuesday hit-and-run incident. Authorities say police were dispatched to the 200 Block of West 4th Street around 11:17 a.m. on reports of an assault. While responding to the call police learned that one of the individuals involved in the assault had run over…

DECC to Hold First Event Since March

July 7, 2020

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DULUTH, Minn. – The Duluth Entertainment Convention Center announced on Tuesday that it will have its first event since March due to COVID-19 concerns. The Ovation Dance Challenge event will be a live-streamed dance competition from Symphony Hall July 10-11. “This is exciting news as it is the first event to take place since Manions held its Wholesale Spring Buying…

Level 3 Predatory Offender to be Released in Duluth

July 7, 2020

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DULUTH, Minn. – Authorities say a level 3 predatory offender will be released on Monday and plans to reside in the vicinity of Mesaba Avenue and West 1st Street in Duluth. According to police, David Michael Schmidt, 46, has a history of possessing child pornography and has also engaged in sexual contact with a known male teenager. Schmidt is described…

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The Duluth City Council will be determining what to do with $2.2 million they have received from the CARES Act.

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