Air pollution forecast and caution lifted for southeast Idaho
Based on current and forecasted air quality conditions and wildfire smoke impacts, the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has extended…
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Rexburg hosts Governor Little’s ‘Capital for a Day’ event
Governor Brad Little’s next “Capital for a Day” event will be held in Rexburg on August…
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COVID-19 UPDATES: 1,217 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 22 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 1,217 new COVID-19 cases and 22 new deaths Wednesday.…
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More tourists create need for more first responders in Island Park
Tourism to the Island Park area has grown exponentially since the coronavirus pandemic. Local authorities say this year has been the biggest year…
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Air pollution forecast and caution extended
Based on current and forecasted air quality conditions and wildfire smoke impacts, the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has extended…
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Idaho 2021 ISAT scores show small decline
The latest statewide results for the Idaho Standards Achievement Test show a small decline in students’ proficiency in English Language Arts and…
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Rain showers bring big changes Wednesday morning
After lots of isolated showers earlier in the week, the main rain event came forth last night. Rain showers blanketed Eastern Idaho overnight and…
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1 dead, 1 injured in south-central Idaho house fire
BUHL, Idaho (AP) — Authorities in south-central Idaho say an 87-year-old man has died in a house fire. The Twin Falls County coroner’s office…
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Sockeye salmon viewable at nature center in Boise
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — The Idaho Department of Fish and Game says 15 live adult sockeye salmon have been released at its nature center in Boise. The…
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Idaho warns of COVID patient surge, hospitals ‘overwhelmed’
By REBECCA BOONE Associated Press BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Hospitals are reporting record numbers of COVID-19 patients on ventilators and public health…
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PCSD25 recommends masks but leaves the decision optional
School districts across the area are deciding on whether to require masks in…
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Idaho health officials predict ‘grim’ outlooks as COVID-19 numbers, hospitalizations surge
State health officials say the biggest tool to slow the spread of COVID-19 is to increase vaccination rates. That is the message from the Idaho…
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“Take a Stand Now” sends letter to Boise hospitals, state leaders
A group is sending a cease-and-desist letter to the CEOs of St. Al’s, St. Luke’s and Primary Health as well as Idaho…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 904 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 7 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 904 new COVID-19 cases and 7 new deaths…
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123 Idaho schools to receive fresh fruit and vegetable grants
Students at 123 schools across Idaho will receive free fresh fruit and vegetables during the coming school year thanks to state-administered grants…
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Ammon Bundy campaigns in Idaho Falls
Gubernatorial candidate Ammon Bundy made a campaign stop in Idaho Falls Monday…
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Air pollution forecast and caution extended
Based on current and forecasted air quality conditions and wildfire smoke impact, the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has extended an…
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1 killed in Madison County crash
A man is dead after a crash Monday afternoon in Madison…
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Multiple people hospitalized after 2 crashes on I-15
Idaho State Police report multiple people were hospitalized after a two-vehicle crash on I-15, northbound at milepost 73, in Chubbuck…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 1,357 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 6 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 1,357 new COVID-19 cases and 6 new deaths over the weekend.…
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Museum of Idaho to host fundraising Gala Friday
The Museum of Idaho will give people a chance to dress up and dance this Friday evening, Aug. 20.…
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Free, virtual Alzheimer’s educational conference Tuesday
If you have a family member with Alzheimer’s, it can be challenging to know what help is available to…
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Judge says discrimination lawsuit can proceed against UI
LEWISTON, Idaho (AP) — A federal judge says a discrimination lawsuit filed against the University of Idaho by a UI College of Law professor can…
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Idaho gas prices held steady this week
Idaho drivers saw little or no change at the pumps this…
Continue Reading Bridging the gap: Idaho Community Foundation funds educational innovation and needs
The Idaho Community Foundation (ICF) granted more than $350,000 to educational programs throughout Idaho this summer to support preschool programs,…
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2021 Great Snake River Greenbelt Duck Race winners
9,000 rubber ducks competed in the the 30th Annual Great Snake River Greenbelt Duck Race…
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DEQ extends air pollution forecast and caution for southeast, east Idaho
Based on current and forecasted air quality conditions and wildfire smoke impacts, the Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has extended…
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Judge Winmill takes senior status, replacement not nominated
After 26 years of service to the United States District Court, and a total of 34 years as a judge in both the federal and state court systems, Judge…
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Trespasser electrocuted at Idaho Falls Power plant
Idaho Falls Police Department and Idaho Falls Fire Department were dispatched to Idaho Falls Power for a report of an adult male who was trespassing…
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Crash near Shelley sends two to hospital
IDAHO FALLS, Idaho (KIFI)- An accident Friday evening north of Shelley sent two people to the hospital, according to the Idaho State Police. ISP, the…
Continue Reading Madison County saw the most growth in Idaho according to US Census data
For comparison, Ada County saw the second largest growth, seeing an increase of 26% in the same time…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 780 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 9 new death
Idaho officials reported 780 new COVID-19 cases and 9 new deaths Friday.…
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Idaho’s budget surplus swells to $1.4 billion
BOISE, Idaho (AP) — Idaho’s budget surplus is up to $1.4 billion. The state Division of Financial Management on Friday says it based the…
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Where’s the fire? Idaho Department of Lands announces new Idaho Fire Map
There is a new way to find Idaho fire names and locations online and on mobile with the new Idaho Fire…
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Idaho Falls man sentenced to 5 years for trafficking LSD
A 25-year-old Idaho Falls man was sentenced to 60 months in federal prison for trafficking lysergic acid diethylamide (LSD), Acting U.S. Attorney…
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Crash south of Twin Falls hospitalizes 8
Idaho State Police investigated a crash on US93 near milepost 39, just south of Twin Falls Friday around 3:50…
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EPA declares outdoor burning ban for Fort Hall Reservation
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 10 has issued a ban on all outdoor open burning on the Fort Hall Reservation effective 1…
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DEQ issues air pollution forecast and caution for east Idaho
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has issued an Air Pollution Forecast and Caution to notify residents of Bonneville, Butte, Clark,…
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Check court status before going in person
If you have business with an Idaho court, check ahead before you…
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Gov. Little urges Idahoans to receive COVID-19 vaccine now, announces millions for COVID-19 tests in schools
Idaho Governor Brad Little will hold a press conference Thursday afternoon to discuss the COVID-19 situation in…
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Latter-day Saints asked to mask up, get vaccinated
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints asked its members Thursday to help limit the spread of COVID-19 variants by wearing a mask when…
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Local journalist debuts ‘Ocean to Idaho’ film on salmon migration
An Idaho Falls outdoor journalist is debuting a new film where she follows the migration of salmon from the Pacific coast to the Idaho wilderness.…
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Ammon Mayor Sean Coletti to run for second term
Ammon Mayor Sean Coletti is looking for a second term in…
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Census: Meridian, Idaho, one of 10 fastest-growing US cities
By REBECCA BOONE Associated Press BOISE, Idaho (AP) — If Idaho is feeling growing pains, newly released data from the 2020 Census illustrates why.…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 751 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 1 new death
Idaho officials reported 751 new COVID-19 cases and 1 new death Thursday.…
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Canal Trail offers a new option for outdoor enthusiasts
The Idaho Falls Canal Trail behind Linden Park Elementary is finished and open for…
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Rigby FFA members named national finalists
Rigby FFA and Rigby Middle FFA have members who qualified as finalists in the National FFA Organization Agriscience Fair, Proficiency and National…
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Idaho Broadband Advisory Board announces funding awards
The Idaho Broadband Advisory Board awarded $10 million in CARES Act funding to 13 broadband projects across…
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Police still seek public’s help locating escapee
UPDATE 8/12/21: The Bonneville County Sheriff’s Office is still seeking escapee Elias Daymon Diego-Bradley, who fled from work detail at the jail…
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Simpson defends northwest salmon plan
A powerful voice isn’t backing down on the so-called Salmon…
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Wildfire forces evacuation of small north-central Idaho town
LEWISTON, Idaho (AP) — Residents of Lenore were evacuated as a rapidly growing wildfire pushed toward the small north-central Idaho town late…
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Duck Race kick-off event set Friday
The Idaho Falls Rotary Club is kicking off the 30th annual Great Snake River Greenbelt Duck Race with pre-race activities…
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Hutton Junior Fisheries Biology Program
Anika Tolman, a junior at Salmon High School, recently received this prestigious national fisheries scholarship from the American Fisheries…
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Pints for Paws fundraising event set Saturday
East Idaho Spay Neuter Coalition’s 2nd annual Pints for Paws fundraising event is set to be held Saturday, August…
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Retired Chief Deputy Ken Campbell died Saturday
Local law enforcement is remembering the life and service of an Idaho Falls…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 736 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 9 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 736 new COVID-19 cases and 9 new deaths Wednesday.…
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STEM Action Center, AWS team up
Governor Brad Little announced Wednesday the Idaho STEM Action Center and Amazon Web
Services (AWS) are teaming…
Boise attorney Terri Pickens Manweiler announces lieutenant governor bid
Another face has joined the race to be Idaho’s Lieutenant…
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Firefighters riding cross country for 9/11 anniversary make pit stop in Idaho Falls
The ride honors the 343 firefighters who died at the World Trade Center on September 11,…
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Firm says appraisal way off after McCall land swap denial
An investment firm says state officials erroneously over-appraised the value of state land in and around McCall in rejecting the company’s…
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Boise anti-mask protester says he’ll sue police over arrest
A Boise man who was arrested on a trespassing charge after entering private businesses and refusing to wear a mask has notified local law enforcement…
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Doctors call for masks in local elementary schools
A group of local doctors is asking the Idaho Falls School District to make face coverings mandatory for elementary…
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D93 to offer free meals to all students
Bonneville School District 93 will be offering free meals to all students for the 2021-2022 school year.…
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Mayor Rebecca Casper announces re-election campaign
Idaho Falls Mayor Rebecca Casper will officially announce her campaign for re-election for Mayor of Idaho Falls in this November’s general…
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Final Mud Lick Fire update
This is the final update for the Mud Lick Fire unless significant fire activity…
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Risch votes no on Democrats’ $3.5 Trillion Budget
Senate Democrats passed a colossal $3.5 trillion budget resolution Wednesday without a single Republican vote.…
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State Board delays action to accept more public input
The Idaho State Board of Education is giving you more time to give your thoughts on its diversity, educational equity and inclusion policy at Idaho’s…
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Endangered red panda cubs born at Idaho Falls Zoo
For only the second time in the zoo’s history, red panda cubs have been born at the Idaho Falls…
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Idaho primary care clinics say COVID-19 surge mirrors last fall
Idaho’s largest independent primary medical care system is reporting coronavirus numbers that mirror the surge last fall, and a Boise-area hospital…
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Scarface Fire grows to 305 acres
The lightning caused Scarface Fire that started on Saturday has grown to 292…
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Idaho children to receive free school meals this year, income guidelines set
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is offering free meals to all children in eligible schools running USDA meal programs for the 2021-22 school…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 754 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 2 new deaths
Idaho officials reported 754 new COVID-19 cases and 2 new deaths Tuesday.…
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Residential fire on Fort Hall Reservation
Fort Hall Fire & EMS was dispatched to a report of a chimney fire of a residential home in American Falls Monday.…
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1 injured in house fire
The Idaho Falls Fire Department and Idaho Falls Police Department were dispatched to the 800 block of Dalmation Drive for a report of a structure…
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Crapo, Risch release statements on bipartisan Infrastructure Legislation
U.S. Senator Mike Crapo and .S. Senator Jim Risch released statements after voting in support of the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs…
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F&G seeks help to monitor for CWD, prevent it from entering Idaho
Chronic Wasting Disease is a threat to Idaho’s big game animals, and Fish and Game is asking for help to prevent it from entering the state and…
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Nominations sought for Distinguished Under 40 award
The Greater Idaho Falls Chamber of Commerce is seeking nominations for the Distinguished Under 40…
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10 Idahoans to receive Medal of Honor
Ten Idahoans will be awarded the Idaho Medal of Honor during a ceremony next week at the Idaho Capitol.…
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Salmon-Challis National Forest rescinds most closures
The Salmon-Challis National Forest is rescinding all area, trail, and road closure orders in association with the Mud Lick…
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Mud Lick Fire reaches 59% containment
The lightning caused Mud Lick Fire that started on July 8 held at 20,643 acres Monday and completion increased to…
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Crash blocked I-15 lanes near Downey
Idaho State Police investigated a single vehicle crash in the southbound lanes of Interstate 15 at milepost 31, near Downey Monday around 4 p.m.…
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Lack of precipitation could put Idaho in multi-year drought
Idaho could be headed towards a multi-year drought if the state doesn’t receive some much-needed snowpack this…
Continue Reading COVID-19 UPDATES: 942 new Idaho COVID-19 cases, 700K fully vaccinated
Idaho officials reported 942 new COVID-19 cases and 7 new deaths over the weekend.…
Continue Reading Fatality crash near Aberdeen
Idaho State Police investigated a two vehicle fatality crash on State Highway 39 at W 2200 S, just south of Aberdeen Monday around 6:17…
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Idaho gas prices tap the brakes with 2 cent increase
In this case, no news is good news, as Idaho drivers saw little or no movement on the price of gas this…
Continue Reading One dies in Lewiston apartment building fire
Fire officials said one person died and four were injured in a fire that destroyed a four-unit apartment building in Lewiston Sunday afternoon.…
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Marshall Public Library collecting supplies for in-need students
If you’re out shopping for school supplies for your student this year, the staff at the Marshall Public Library are hoping you’ll consider…
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Man arrested after stabbing incident
Bonneville County Sheriff’s deputies and Idaho Falls Fire responded to Nassau Dr. at 11:00 p.m. Saturday to a reported…
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Idaho man indicted for sexually exploiting children in Alaska
A federal grand jury in Anchorage returned an indictment charging a Bonner County, Idaho man with sexually exploiting children and production of…
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Canada reopens its border for vaccinated US visitors
Canada has lifted its prohibition on Americans crossing the border to shop, vacation or visit, but the United States is keeping similar restrictions…
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Single vehicle crash near Malta
Idaho State Police investigated a single-vehicle crash I-84 near milepost 256, near Malta Sunday around 12:10…
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Salmon-Challis National Forest detects 10 new fires
The Salmon-Challis National Forest has detected ten (10) new fires since the last fire summary dated August…
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Mud Lick Fire is 53% contained
The lightning caused Mud Lick Fire that started on July 8 held at 20,643 acres and completion increased to 53%.…
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Air pollution forecast and caution lifted for eastern Idaho
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has lifted an Air Pollution Forecast and Caution to notify residents of Bonneville, Teton,…
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DEQ lifts air pollution forecast and caution southeast Idaho
The Idaho Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ) has lifted an Air Pollution Forecast and Caution to notify residents of Bannock, Bear Lake,…
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Mud Lick Fire latest
The fire is smoldering in dead and downed logs below Indian Point in Gant Creek and on the hillside above the Big Deer Creek / Panther Creek…
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Federal jury convicts Fort Hall man of murder
After a four-day jury trial, a federal jury sitting in Pocatello found a 27-year-old Fort Hall man guilty of second degree murder, Acting U.S.…
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COVID-19 cases rising in kids
Doctor Kathryn Turner, the Idaho State Deputy Epidemiologist, says Idaho is seeing the same trend, cases jumping 200% over the last two…
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More Jack Chinook stocked in Mosquito Flat Reservoir
Personnel from Idaho Fish and Game’s Pahsimeroi Hatchery released another 184 jack Chinook salmon in Mosquito Flat Reservoir near Challis on Friday,…
Continue Reading Grant money available for local water systems
Idaho Governor Brad Little is using grant money to help with local water…
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