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Carson City Sheriff's Office asks for public’s help in locating two elderly men

CARSON CITY, Nev. - The Carson City Sheriff’s Office is working on two unrelated cases concerning missing elderly men. One hasn't been seen since July 8, and the other has not been seen since 2017.

Barry Stephenson – Carson City Sheriff’s Office Case 2024-4153

El Dorado County Sheriff's Office calls in Lake Tahoe area

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following calls only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.

July 8 - July 21, 2024

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12:52 LOITERING SUBJECT - Occurred on Us Hwy 50, in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Disposition: UNABLE TO LOCATE.

Al Tahoe Firewise hosts annual neighborhood Yard Clean-Up and Chipping Day

Event Date: 
August 3, 2024 - 9:00am

On Saturday, August 3, 2024, the Al Tahoe FirewiseUSA Community will host their annual neighborhood “Yard Clean-Up and Chipping Day” and “Meet and Greet” event from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 768 Los Angeles Ave., South Lake Tahoe.

This activity is the result of the many community partnerships developed by Al Tahoe Firewise over the past years. The organizations helping to make this day possible include The City of South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue, South Tahoe Refuse, California Conservation Corps, and Tahoe Resource Conservation District.

One beach, Patton Landing Beach, reopens to public after Lake Tahoe sewage spill

NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Placer County Environmental Health, the California Tahoe Conservancy, and NTPUD are reporting bacteria levels present in water quality tests taken over recent days at Patton Landing Beach, and East of the spill site have returned to a normal range and are within California beach water quality standards.

Patton Landing Beach reopened at 5 p.m. on Thursday, July 25.

The El Dorado County Probation Department celebrated during Probation Services Week

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It is not every day that a group of coworkers gets together for a week-long celebration and their boss is leading the party, and honoring them for a job well done.

That is what this week has been for the El Dorado County Probation Department on both sides of the county during Probation Services Week. Officially, it is Pretrial, Probation, and Parole Supervision Week which is recognized across the county. This is celebrated annually to recognize the work of community corrections professionals.

Aktion Club of Lake Tahoe Rummage Sale Friday

Event Date: 
July 26, 2024 - 8:00am

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Aktion Club of Lake Tahoe, sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Tahoe Sierra, is holding their annual Rummage Sale on the parking lot of the American Legion Post 795 on Friday, July 26 from 8 a.m. until 2 p.m.

The Aktion Club is made up of adults with disabilities. The reason for the fundraiser is to raise money to send members to the annual Aktion Club Education Convention at Wonder Valley near Fresno, Calif. Aktion Club members and parents will be on hand to answer any questions you may have regarding the purpose of their club and goals.

70-year-old man found safe after spending five nights in wilderness west of Lake Tahoe

LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Warren Elliott went missing Friday afternoon after going for a walk after doing trail rehab work ahead of the Jeep Jamboree along the Rubicon 4x4 trail. Since then, up to 100 searchers a day from 10 agencies from across the state have been looking for the 70-year-old man.

It was long-awaited news at 8 a.m. Wednesday, July 24, when the Placer County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) received a 911 text from someone stating they were with a missing person at Hell Hole Reservoir. It was quickly confirmed they were with Warren.

Forest thinning projects around Lake Tahoe

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. – Tahoe Fire & Fuels Team (TFFT) forest thinning projects are underway in the Lake Tahoe Basin. These projects are expected to continue for the next several weeks with some projects continuing through the fall, conditions and weather permitting. For project details, including the lead agency, start date, and expected duration, view the Forest Thinning Projects Map at Tahoe Living With Fire which highlights current and upcoming projects.

Spectrum offers multi-platform coverage of the Paris Olympics

The Olympic Games start on Friday, and South Lake Tahoe viewers with Spectrum can watch on different channels after a new agreement the carrier made with NBCUniversal. The Games of the XXXIII Olympiad are scheduled for July 26-August 11 in Paris, France.

Spectrum video subscribers will have access to NBCU’s extensive coverage of Olympic programming, including live competition sessions (which start with team competitions on July 24), on-demand, and featuring more hours of Olympic programming on the NBC broadcast network than any previous Games.

UC Davis TERC to host annual State of the Lake Report at Lake Tahoe

Event Date: 
August 8, 2024 - 4:30pm

On Thursday, August 8, UC Davis Tahoe Environmental Research Center (TERC) will host the annual State of the Lake Report presentation at Granlibakken Tahoe located at 725 Granlibakken Road just south of Tahoe City.

Upcoming Volunteer Fair to connect people with opportunities

Event Date: 
August 15, 2024 - 5:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County is an amazing place to live, and one of the most admirable qualities of this community is our eagerness to come together in times of crisis. In recent years, through the pandemic and Caldor Fire, we have witnessed the power of our community spirit. Our community steps up when things get tough, it is just what we do.

Bureau of Indian Affairs and Bureau of Land Management issue findings for Painted Rock Mine in Douglas County

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. – On July 17, 2024, the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), in conjunction with the Bureau of Land Management, Carson City District, Sierra Front Field Office, issued a Finding of No Significant Impact and Decision Record for the Painted Rock Mine project Environmental Assessment.

The Finding of No Significant Impact and Decision Record for Painted Rock Mine Project Environmental Assessment can be viewed here.

Recipe Highlight: Easy Watermelon Sorbet

Oh, boy – this summer is hot! Why not make the best of it with a super easy and yummy dessert? This satisfying watermelon sorbet is a frosty dessert that perfectly captures the essence of summer. Easy to make and delicious to eat, this is a great treat on hot summer days and makes a satisfying alternative to other frozen desserts.

Easy Watermelon Sorbet

Just two ingredients make this watermelon sorbet – no ice cream maker required. An easy and healthy treat that everyone will love – vegan, paleo, dairy-free, gluten-free, and sweetener-free!

Knight Monsters agree to terms with rookie defenseman Brandon Tabakin

STATELINE, Nev. – The Tahoe Knight Monsters, ECHL Affiliate of the NHL’s Vegas Golden Knights and the AHL’s Henderson Silver Knights, have announced the team has agreed to terms with defenseman Brandon Tabakin for the 2024-25 season.

Tabakin, 24, joins the Knight Monsters after beginning his professional career with the Newfoundland Growlers this past March, logging an assist in six appearances. Before joining the Growlers, Tabakin concluded his senior season at Arizona State University where he collected ten points (2g, 8a) in 36 games played.

Hike with a ranger this summer at Heavenly Mountain Resort

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The sun is out, the snow has melted, and now is the time to get out and enjoy summer on your National Forest lands! The USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) along with partners at Heavenly Mountain Resort, invites the public to Hike with a Ranger beginning Friday, July 26, 2024. Hikes take place every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the top of the Heavenly Gondola. The guided hikes last approximately one hour and will continue every weekend through September 29, weather permitting.

BIG BLUEgrass benefit concert at Sugar Pine Point State Park puts the "fun" back into fundraising

Event Date: 
August 2, 2024 - 5:00pm

The fun-filled family concert, BIG BLUEgrass is back! On Friday, August 2, three talented bands from northern California will perform live music, with Lake Tahoe in the background. The concert lineup includes Loretta Lynch, The Real Sarahs, and local band Josh Brough String Band.

20th annual Skate the Lake raises nearly $70,000 for Boarding for Breast Cancer

TAHOE CITY, Calif. - Boarding for Breast Cancer (B4BC) turned Lake Tahoe pink this weekend at the 20th annual Skate the Lake presented by LivOn Labs. 185 participants joined the nonprofit in the push for prevention, raising nearly $70,000 for B4BC’s education, prevention, and survivorship programs while supporting their mission of a healthy, active lifestyle, and early detection as the best means of breast cancer prevention.

Kudos: Local community member sponsors Bread & Broth Monday Meal

“The Bread & Broth crew is always a delight to work with, the food is incredible, and the people we served are always friendly and grateful,” shared Janet McDougall at Bread & Broth’s (B&B) dinner on Monday evening, July 15. Janet was the evening’s Adopt A Day of Nourishment sponsor and her good friends, Flori Curran and Kathy Maston, volunteered along with Janet to serve as Adopt A Day (AAD) volunteer crew members. “It’s a privilege to serve,” added Janet.

Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless has leadership transition, new donation program

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – Tahoe Coalition for the Homeless (TCH) has announced a new board chairperson, Joseph Herold of Zephyr Cove, Nev. Joe is a retired human resources executive who worked in the energy and semiconductor industries. He also worked as an organization and leadership development consultant for several clients, including The Venice Family Clinic, a non-profit medical center serving the homeless and underserved communities in west Los Angeles.

Charges upgraded to murder after South Lake Tahoe shooting victim dies

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Murder has been added to the list of charges against the man suspected of shooting a former South Lake Tahoe man on the morning of July 16, 2024. Christopher A. Guzman, 28, was arrested by the South Lake Tahoe Police Department (SLTPD) as a suspect after the shooting in the 2000 block of Eloise Avenue.

Local Freshies: First Timer’s 7-Day Lake Tahoe Itinerary

As you crest over the summit and cast your eyes on Lake Tahoe, you’ll immediately understand why it’s so celebrated. That it’s the crowning jewel of the Sierra. Why Mark Twain said, it’s “where the angels breathe.” Known as the “Lake of the Sky.” And yet Tahoe isn’t just stunning looks but rather the complete package. An outdoor playground for every activity imaginable – hiking, mountain biking, beach-going, and even skiing in the winter.

Liquidation company says Golden Nugget Lake Tahoe tactics leading them to bankruptcy

STATELINE, Nev. - As the Golden Nugget Lake Tahoe announced a major renovation of its 539-room hotel and 25,000-square-foot casino on the Lake Tahoe South Shore, a Los Angeles-based liquidation company is calling foul.

Luxury 4 Less owner Tracy Hunt said she was hired to liquidate the furniture in the rooms that were being renovated, along with 125 slot machines. Hunt said that, after working with Golden Nugget management for over three weeks, she was sent an approval letter to pick up the furniture plus a Nevada Gaming Board approval letter to remove the slot machines.

Health Advisory still in effect for some North Lake Tahoe beaches

NORTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Carnelian Bay West Beach and Patton Landing Beach will both remain closed after a sewer line break near Carnelian Bay dumped untreated sewage into Lake Tahoe on Thursday, July 18.

A private contractor struck the North Tahoe Public Utility District’s (NTPUD) main sewer export pipeline, resulting in 125,000 gallons of untreated sewage being discharged, 85,000 of those gallons ending up in the lake.

Lightning-caused fires in Plumas National Forest, evacuations underway

PLUMAS COUNTY, Calif. - Four fires started Monday afternoon after a thunderstorm passed through eastern Plumas County around 2 p.m. The four fires were all dry lightning strikes and were outside of the rain core of the storm.

The Mill, Mill 2, and Mill 3 fires are currently burning near the community of Whitehawk Ranch. The Smith Fire is currently burning north of California State Highway 70 between Smith Peak and Maybe. Together they are being called the Gold Complex.

Bay Area man dies after being pinned between two trucks on Lake Tahoe's West Shore

TAHOMA, Calif. - A 53-year-old man from Hayward, Calif. died Monday afternoon after becoming pinned between two vehicles in the 7000 block of Lake Blvd., Tahoma.

On July 22, 2024, at approximately 12:53 p.m., California Highway Patrol officers from South Lake Tahoe were dispatched to a strip mall parking lot where they found a victim crushed between a truck tractor and trailer combination and a Ford F450.

$20,000 now committed to new South Lake Tahoe Recreation & Aquatics Center in memory of Wakefields

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - American Century Investments has matched the $10,000 donation to the new South Lake Tahoe Recreation and Aquatics Center. During the American Century Championship, NBC remembered Tim and Stacy Wakefield, announcing a pledge of $10,000 annually in their names to support the new center, and now the host is adding their own $10,000 this year.

Paul Reder: The Visionary Behind Bass Camp Festival VII

When it comes to the world of electronic music festivals, Paul Reder is a name that stands out. The mastermind behind Bass Camp Festival, Reder has shaped the landscape of music events in Reno and Lake Tahoe and left an indelible mark on the community and its culture. As we approach the much-anticipated Bass Camp Festival VII, set for July 27-28, it’s a perfect time to delve into the story of the man who makes it all happen.

Body of Reno man recovered in Topaz Lake

DOUGLAS COUNTY, Nev. - A man who had been reported missing on Sunday afternoon in Topaz Lake was found deceased on Monday morning. On July 22, 2024, at approximately 9:45 a.m., Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Marine units and dive team, along with the Nevada Department of Wildlife, located and recovered 51-year-old Rodney Mitchell of Reno, Nev.

Although drowning is believed to be the cause of death, the decedent was taken to the Washoe County Medical Examiner’s office for a definitive cause of death.

Letter: Councilmember sees Measure N as expensive, invasive, bureaucratic and unnecessary

Dear Citizens, This is my third letter this year to you, the citizens of South Lake Tahoe. The statement and opinions in this letter are mine alone as your elected representative and are not the official opinion of the city council.

South Lake Tahoe forecast: Chance of thunderstorms, rain, and highs into 90s

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Temperatures will continue to run above late July averages in South Lake Tahoe, with the Reno and Carson Valley under moderate-major heat risks with their highs above 100.

The chance for daily thunderstorms continues through Thursday. Storms will be trending wetter through the week with increased chances for localized heavy rainfall and flash flooding.

There will be a cooling trend at the end of the week, with highs in South Lake Tahoe in the low 80s, and possibly high 70s.

The weekly forecast for South Lake Tahoe from the National Weather Service in Reno:

Search on for person missing after jumping into Topaz Lake

MONDAY UPDATE: - A man who had been reported missing on Sunday afternoon in Topaz Lake was found deceased on Monday morning. On July 22, 2024, at approximately 9:45 a.m., Douglas County Sheriff’s Office Marine units and dive team, along with the Nevada Department of Wildlife, located and recovered 51-year-old Rodney Mitchell of Reno, Nev.

Although drowning is believed to be the cause of death, the decedent was taken to the Washoe County Medical Examiner’s office for a definitive cause of death.

US50 impacts due to brushfire in Pollock Pines, forward progress of fire stopped

EL DORADO COUNTY, Calif. - The Ridgeway Fire in Pollock Pines closed lanes of US50 for a while on Sunday, July 21 so firefighters could fight the fire reported just after noon. Quick response from the air and ground stopped the forward progress quickly, and so far seven acres have burned.

Perimeter Map had homes between Pony Express Trail and the highway evacuate, but as of 2 p.m., the mandatory evacuations have been dropped.

A second fire was reported at the same time nearby and small plumes of smoke could be seen at the Alert California cameras.

LTCC addresses concerns about 33-year-old Demonstration Garden

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - What started as a dream in 1984 became reality in 1991 when the Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) Demonstration Garden held its grand opening after a year of construction. Designed with the collaboration of several agencies, groups, and individuals, the garden was created on seven acres to showcase attractive native and adapted plants while using conservation techniques to address water quality concerns. Several gazebos and sitting areas were added with tree and plant descriptions along a pathway that meandered through the displays.

El Dorado County Sheriff's Offics calls in the Lake Tahoe area

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - El Dorado County Sheriff's Office responds to calls throughout the county. The following calls only pertain to the South and West Shore, including Meyers, South Lake Tahoe, Meeks Bay, Tahoma, and the Echo Summit area. There may be some missing calls due to sheriff's logs not being completed at the time of the story.

June 24 - July 7, 2024

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01:13 VERBAL DISTURBANCE IN PROGRESS - Occurred on Hank Monk Ave, in South Lake Tahoe, CA. Disposition: ASSISTED.

Mudslide west of Strawberry

6:10PM UPDATE: No lanes are currently blocked according to CHP, "all lanes opened."

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - A mudslide about 100 feet wide and three inches deep has crossed over US50 west of Strawberry. Along with the mud, branches, and other debris also in the slide.

As of 4:45 p.m., Caltrans is sending equipment to clear the mud from Placerville with an estimated time of their arrival in one hour.

Caltrans signage is warning people to not go through the mud and traffic is backing up.

FAQs about new South Lake Tahoe defensible space ordinance

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - South Lake Tahoe Fire Rescue (SLTFR) has a new newsletter (go here to subscribe) and shared a "beginning set of frequently asked questions" about the new defensible space ordinance for the city.

Besides the newsletter, social media, and the information below, SLTFR will hold a Question and Answer session at Cuppa Tahoe on July 20 at 6:30 p.m.

Small earthquakes centered in Lake Tahoe Saturday

8:00PM UPDATE: There have been a few more earthquakes centered in the middle of Lake Tahoe this evening. According to USGS, there was a 3.4 magnitude just after 8 p.m., followed by 1.5 at 8:05 p.m., and a 2.8 at 8:19 p.m. The University of Nevada reports several small ones during the day, all under 1.0 magnitude.

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - The Sierra Nevada is no stranger to seismic activity and Lake Tahoe is on the western rim of the Basin and Range Province, one of the most seismically active regions in the United States.

Letter: Noteworthy items that affect ecology of Lake Tahoe, and safety in the water

This is in response to Ms. Regan’s column “Team Tahoe Battling Aquatic Invasive Species”. There are other note-worthy items that affect Lake Tahoe regarding its ecology and the safety of people on the lake.

"I Got Bombed at Harvey’s" topic of next Tahoe History Talks on the Beach

Event Date: 
July 23, 2024 - 6:30pm

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - If you were living on the South Shore of Lake Tahoe August 26–27, 1980, you most likely watched the planted bomb detonate inside Harveys Lake Tahoe. The Lake Tahoe Historical Society is holding its next Tahoe History Talks on the Beach on Tuesday, July 23, and the topic is "I Got Bombed at Harvey's." That saying was quickly put onto t-shirts and sold through South Lake Tahoe.

Forest Service update on Basin Wide Trails Analysis Project

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – In response to questions from interested community members and stakeholders, the USDA Forest Service Lake Tahoe Basin Management Unit (LTBMU) is providing the following update on the Basin Wide Trails Analysis Project.

In September 2023, LTBMU initiated a 30-day public comment period for the draft Environmental Assessment (EA) for the Basin Wide Trails Analysis Project. The EA included an analysis of e-bike use and addressed trail system access and connectivity on National Forest lands in the Lake Tahoe Basin.

Beaches closed after untreated sewage reaches Carnelian Bay at Lake Tahoe

CARNELIAN BAY, Calif. - North Tahoe Public Utility District (NTPUD), Placer County, and the California Tahoe Conservancy issued a health advisory for the Carnelian Bay area of Lake Tahoe following a spill of approximately 85,000 gallons of untreated sewage that reached the lake Thursday evening.

Reno religious leader Zed to open US Senate with prayer for the second time on July 30

Event Date: 
July 30, 2024 (All day)

Distinguished Hindu statesman Rajan Zed, who read the invocation (opening-prayer) in the United States (US) Senate in Washington DC on July 12, 2007; which was protested and disrupted; has been scheduled to deliver the opening-prayer again in the Senate on July 30.

Trail Etiquette Stencil Initiative expands to reduce multi-use trail conflicts

LAKE TAHOE, Calif./Nev. - Users of the popular multi-use paved trails throughout the Tahoe Basin and Truckee will find new messages stenciled in chalk along the trails encouraging trail etiquette. The messages, tested last summer on the Legacy Trail in Truckee and later on the Pope-Baldwin Trail in South Lake Tahoe, encourage users to “share the path,” “keep right, pass left,” and also include more tongue-in-cheek reminders like “we put a man on the moon, surely we can share this trail.” Messages have been stenciled in English and Spanish.

Sample the Sierra returns to South Lake Tahoe in September

Event Date: 
September 21, 2024 - 1:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. – The much-anticipated Sample the Sierra Farm-to-Fork Festival is back and better than ever, ready to delight attendees with an array of local flavors and artisanal products. Set against the scenic backdrop of Bijou Community Park, this year's festival will take place on September 21 from 1 p.m. - 4 p.m., promising a day of unforgettable culinary experiences and community spirit.

LTCC grad honored with Gene Upshaw scholarship during American Century Championship

LAKE TAHOE, Nev.-A recent graduate from Lake Tahoe Community College (LTCC) was honored during last week's American Century Championship with the $10,000 Gene Upshaw Memorial Scholarship Fund Award.

The annual award is presented during the celebrity golf tournament in honor of Upshaw who played in 15 of the events, then had to withdraw from the 2008 American Century Championship as he became sick, and died of pancreatic cancer not long after, in October 2008. The year following his untimely passing, Gene's widow Terri started the annual scholarship to award local students since Lak

Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Runs starting and finishing at WNC this weekend

No snow on the trails and normal summer temperatures are in store for more than 550 ultrarunners competing in the Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Runs (TRTER) this weekend. For the fourth consecutive year, all races in the event both start and finish at Western Nevada College's John L. Harvey Field.

Dubbed as "A Glimpse of Heaven ... A Taste of Hell," the Tahoe Rim Trail Endurance Runs, participants compete in 100-mile, 56-mile, and 55-kilometer events, ascending as much as 22,000 feet from Carson City to Marlette Lake before returning to Carson City.

Join South Lake Tahoe law enforcement at Cuppa Tahoe for Coffee With A Cop

Event Date: 
July 23, 2024 - 9:00am

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - It's that time of year again when the California Highway Patrol hosts the first of the season's Coffee With A Cop. Join them, the South Lake Tahoe Police Department and the El Dorado County Sheriff's Office at Cuppa Tahoe on Tuesday, July 23 from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

Cuppa Tahoe is located in the Crossing at Tahoe Valley, 2054 Lake Tahoe Blvd, South Lake Tahoe, Calif.

Column: Team Tahoe Battling Aquatic Invasive Species

As beautiful and majestic as Lake Tahoe is, it is also fragile. Even slight changes in the ecosystem can have domino effects, such as the cross-cutting threats of aquatic invasive species, algae growth, and damage to native habitats. And global forces are affecting our treasured lake. Scientists report that Lake Tahoe’s average temperature has risen 1.4 degrees in just the last 50 years. Longer periods of drought and low water levels are expected to exacerbate water quality concerns and increase threats to Lake Tahoe’s pristine ecosystem.

Tickets now available for LTCC Foundation's Taste of Gold

Event Date: 
August 10, 2024 - 6:00pm

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. - Taste of Gold, the Lake Tahoe Community College Foundation’s annual fundraiser, is the can't-miss event of the Tahoe summer. It will be held on August 10, 2024, from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Enjoy an evening under the pines on Lake Tahoe Community College’s beautiful mountain campus with award-winning California wines and a sampling of tasty treats from Lake Tahoe and area restaurants. Proceeds from the event directly help students by supporting programs, including the Lake Tahoe College Promise, Student Success Grants, and the emergency book fund.

Western Nevada and Lake Tahoe history programs scheduled

Join local historians and authors for several of their history presentations and Chautauquas July 21-August 4. The following is their schedule:

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