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            <title>Community College Mission At Risk In State Budget</title>
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“Over the past few years, we have embraced the challenges emerging from the new fiscal reality by creating a consumer-driven, talent development enterprise,” Henderson said. “We are a creative, resilient team, but we’ve reached the tipping point. The proposed funding level will severely impact our ability to serve students and support this regional economy.” Henderson credits the college’s growth and success during the period of budget reductions to BPCC’s faculty and staff.“With no new financial support from the state, we have created and grown programs essential to economic growth,” Henderson said. “Our team understands the importance of our mission to this community and has delivered at a level that far exceeds any reasonable expectation.” During the period of budget reductions, BPCC has managed to create and grow programs to support critical economic sectors. The college has developed and expanded programs in the fields of healthcare, information technology, energy, and engineering. “We consider ourselves to be more than just another college,” Henderson said. “We are a market responsive, economic engine for Northwest Louisiana.” In recent weeks, BPCC has received a number of accolades. The Department of Homeland Security designated the college a National Center of Academic Excellence. Community College Week recognized BPCC as the nation’s fastest growing community college in its category. The college’s debate team won its second consecutive national championship and 100% of BPCC’s first graduating class of registered nurses passed the national licensure exam on the first attempt.]]></description>
            <author> dspecht@bossierpress.com (Press-Tribune Staff)</author>
            <pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 15:28:45 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title>Making the band</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Benton Middle School creates award-winning band from ground up
Benton Middle School's band program is ending the school year on a high note.
Director Evan McCormick and the seventh and eighth grade advanced band students brought home top honors from two notable state festivals – topping the charts in Louisiana and Texas.
At the state level, McCormick took the advanced band to Lake Charles for the first time ever. The group received a rating of Superior, the highest score to achieve in competition.
“That is by far the most difficult festival you can go to in Louisiana,” McCormick said.
The group traveled to Arlington last month for the Director's Choice Music Festival, a showcase of high school and middle school music programs from Texas, Louisiana and Oklahoma. They left the Lone Star State with highest honors – another Superior rating and named Outstanding in Class and Overall Outstanding Ensemble.
“They took home Grand Champion. They won the entire contest,” McCormick said. “They played against high school and middle school bands from the whole area and won the whole thing.”
Even though there are long hours and many days of practice, seventh grade clarinet player Morgan Hearn said playing “fun music” and having “the best director” has made it an unforgettable year.
“We have worked very hard, but is so surprising every time we win,” she said.
Additionally, 27 students placed in District 8 Honor Band auditions – a rare feat for a single school to achieve, McCormick said. A contributing factor to their success this year has been the high level of enthusiasm building with the program.
“The kids are so excited about music right now, which is really, really cool,” he said. “There hasn't been this much excitement before.”
McCormick, a graduate of Airline High School and Northwestern State University, took over the middle school program two years ago. The amount of talent in Benton, he said, was obvious from the very beginning.
“They say it's because of my teaching, but there are really talented kids here,” McCormick said. “I've just been blessed to be at the right place at the right time.”
However, seventh grade alto saxophone player Brittany Ulmer said McCormick's teaching methods have really changed the school's band program.
“He doesn't push us to the limit, but he does push to help us become what we want with our instruments,” she said. “It's quite an honor to have a band director like him.”
Ulmer said winning a Grand Championship title at an out-of-state competition was an overwhelming experience, which she credits to the entire 45 student advanced band.
“We've gained a lot of confidence and had a lot of accomplishments especially,” she said. “I thank God for such an amazing band group that all want to be the best that we can. I think that is pretty much what any band director could ask for.”
The program, McCormick said, is projected to double in size next year – making it a program of about 200 rising musicians. He recently took the beginning band students to perform at their first festival, which he said had nothing but great reviews as well.
“The sixth grade group coming up is amazing,” he said. “I'm challenging them to play harder pieces and they have stepped up. They work hard in practice and are able to do it.”
In the end, McCormick said he wants to instill the same passion and excitement he has for music.
“I love music and I love what I do,” he said. “I feel like this is the 'sleeping giant' of bands in the state of Louisiana. This program could be one of the best in the state.”
McCormick has big plans for the middle school band program next year, including a trip to Disney World and more community performances. But, how can the group top such an award winning year?
“Awards are nice and winning trophies is fun, but it's ultimately about making great music,” he said.]]></description>
            <author> sean@bossierpress.com (Amanda Crane)</author>
            <pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 14:45:30 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title>D.A.R.E. keeps kids off drugs</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Sheriff’s Office, students celebrate graduationFifth graders across Bossier Parish have been issued a challenge – to resist the temptations of drugs and alcohol by just saying NO!
Deputies with the Bossier Sheriff’s Office spent 16 weeks guiding students through the Drug Abuse Resistance Education (D.A.R.E.) program, which teaches children how to recognize and resist the pressures that may influence them to use alcohol, tobacco, marijuana, and other harmful substances.Deputy Josh Cagle has worked with Bossier Parish fifth graders for three years and said there have been positive results from students going through the program.
“It’s important for students to participate in D.A.R.E. because we are helping them make the right decisions in the future when tempted with drugs and alcohol,” Cagle said. “In their mind, they will know the right decision to make and know what to do.”
Lessons include what to do when tempted with drugs and alcohol and how to handle bullying, which Cagle said is an important lesson to learn before transitioning out of elementary school.
The program concludes with a graduation assembly and rewarding students with certificates of completion. One of the students to complete the D.A.R.E. program this year was Montrell Delaney, a legally blind fifth grader at Plantation Park Elementary.
Delaney was able to successfully complete the D.A.R.E program with his classmates thanks to Suzanne Wilson, one of his visually impaired teachers. Delaney followed along in the 33-page D.A.R.E. booklet after it was transcribed into Braille for him to use.
Cagle said he’s never worked with someone with a visual impairment, but commended Delaney on doing a great job keeping up.
“He was able to complete the entire curriculum,” Cagle said. “He completed his D.A.R.E. report and actually read it to me through Braile.”
As the school year comes to an end, Cagle said the challenge couldn’t come at a better time for Bossier Parish fifth graders.
“As they move into middle school, they are going to be confronted with these temptations and they need to be armed with the tools to make the right decisions,” Cagle said. “They may not know when it might happen, but we want them to be ready.”
For more information on D.A.R.E., visit www.dare.com.]]></description>
            <author> sean@bossierpress.com (Amanda Crane)</author>
            <pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 14:43:02 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title>Cuffed 5-16-12</title>
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Vivien Aaron, white male, 57, 4927 General Rusk, Bossier City - Contempt of CourtPfrodiezia Davis, black female, 17, 219 Westerfield, Bossier City - Resisting an Officer, Disturb Peace/NoiseRay Vize, white male, 27, 105 Murphy St, Doyline - Drive Under Suspens, Open ContainerBenito Vazquez, white male, 32, 2517 Lamer St, Bossier City - Possession Schedule-II CDSMichael Magill, white male, 29, 165 Magill Rd, Haughton - Dist/Manuf W-Int Sch II CDS, Simple Poss MarijuanaDavid Lozano, white male, 26, - Dist/Manuf W-Int Sch II CDS, Dist/Manuf W-Int Sch II CDS, Drug ParaphernaliaJefferson Rogers, white male, 51, 1836 Old Minden Rd, Bossier City - Dist/Manuf W-Int Sch II CDS, Dist/Manuf W-Int Sch II CDS, Dist/Manuf W-Int Sch II CDS, Simple Poss Marijuana, Drug ParaphernaliaEthel Young, white female, 81, 1680 Ross Rd, Haughton - Disturb Peace/Drunk,  Disturb Peace/NoiseGregory Young, White male, 49, 1680 Ross Rd, Haughton - Disturb Peace/Drunk,  Disturb Peace/NoiseTimothy Addison, white male, 38, 3008 Oliver St, Bossier City - Hit and Run, Follow Too Close, FugitiveDeandre Calhoun, black male, 32, 818 Ogilvie St, Bossier City - Simple Poss Marijuana, FugitiveRoger Roanne, black male, 47, 7500 Oak Tree Ln, Haughton - Unauth Use Movable, Simple Poss MarijuanaClayton Davis, black male, 24, 5902 Pampus Ln, Bossier City - Home Invasion, FugitiveDonald Thomason, white male, 37, 5227 Timothy Trail, Bossier City - Aggravated Battery, Illegal Use WeaponQuinton Johnson, black male, 48, 8026 Hwy 3, Plain Dealing - Aggravated Burglary, Armed Robbery, Aggravated BatteryJoe Collins, white male, 43, 426 Wildoak Dr, Haughton - Illegal Use Weapon, Simple BatteryChristopher Collins, white male, 22, 426 Wildoak Dr, Haughton - Simple BatteryAdella Bourque, white female, 42, 2704 Shed Rd Apt 2, Bossier City - Simple Poss Marijuana, Drug Paraphernalia, Disturbing the Peace, Disturb Peace/DrunkSandra Sims, white female, 43, 2205 Beckett St, Bossier City - Simple Poss Marijuana, Drug Paraphernalia, Disturbing the PeaceRichard Rosson, white male, 55, 181 Hollier Ln, Benton - DWI, Drive Under Suspens, Improp Lane UsageJames Jackson, black male, 43, 164 Voss Rd, Benton - DWI (4th), Improp Lane UsageDavid Szwak, white male, 48, 60 Turnbury, Bossier City - Agg Battery Dom ViolKenneth Berry, black male, 55, 5717 Mcalpine St, Shreveport - Possession Schedule-III CDSMartina Jolly, black female, 23, 2213 Shed Rd #208, Bossier City - Simple Poss Marijuana, Issuing Worthless ChecksJustin Stallings, white male, 31, 3003 Donald Dr, Bossier City - Domestic Abuse BatteryDaren Pry, white male, 35, 701 Albert St, Dexter, Mo - Poss Marijuana 2nd, Drug Paraphernalia, Disturb Peace/DrunkMelinda Langley, white female, 31, 3003 Donald Dr, Bossier City - Domestic Abuse BatteryTravis Sutton, black male, 33, 225 Pilgrim Rest Rd, Doyline - Domestic Abuse Battery, S/Crim Damage Property, Fail to Appear, Fail to Appear, Fail to AppearFernando Arroyo, hispanic male, 25, 3104 Gay Blvd, Bossier City - Domestic Abuse BatteryJohn Brewer, white male, 54, 1400 Jack Martin Rd, Sibley - Possession Schedule-III CDS, DWI, Careless Operation, Fail to Stop/YieldMargaret Sam, black female, 54, 7122 Ensworth Dr, Houston, TX - DWI (3rd)Marvin Davis, black male, 48, 1736 Russell Road, Shreveport - theft of goodsBelinda Sorensen, white female, 44, 3212 1/2 Second St, Berwick - DWI, obstruct public passages, fail to wear s/beltAntonio Dorsey, black male, 39, 508 Melrose, Shreveport - fugitiveGransihi Mims, black male, 34, 3084 Terry Street. Shreveport - fugitiveSheri Christopher, white female, 35, 3294 Eastwood Dr, Shreveport - fugitiveAntonio Furlow, black male, 40, 1403 Beverly St, Bossier City - fugitiveJonathan Wyatt, white male, 36, 5716 Anniston Ave, Shreveport - fugitiveAuburn Thomas, black male, 47, 8563 Stillwater, Dallas, TX - fugitiveJecarlos Carter, black male, 39, 2977 Martin Luther, Shreveport - fugitiveGerald Needham, black male, 40, 1432 Cynthia, Bossier City - fugitiveAlvin Oliver, black male, 45, 413 W.  75th St, Shreveport - fugitiveDetavion Smith, black male, 17, 1669 Potter RD, Doyline - cont delq juvenile, criminal trespassingAshley Reeves, white female, 20, 2273 J &amp; J Trail, Shreveport - contempt of courtOmar Lara, white male, 17, 2966 Jetson Cir, Bossier City - fail to appearMathew Prisock, white male, 25, 1169 Robinson Ed, Elm Grove - contempt of courtJason Gomez, white male, 33, 5404 Bayou, Bossier City - contempt of courtKim Parnell, white female, 51, 132 Jodie Dr, Haughton - simple batteryChristopher Thornton, white male, 25, 103 South. Parkrid, Benton - fugitiveRobert Childress, white male, 34, 916 Rome St, Bossier City - fail to appear, fail to appear, fail to appearJamie Scott, white male, 26, 110 Lucky Ln, Bossier City - agg flight from officer, DWI, resisting an officer, drive under suspens, ran red light, pass in no/pass zone, method of turning ar intersection, speedingCorderrell Neal, black male, 19, 4625 Voss Dr, Bossier City - ill poss stole firearmDouglas Small, white male, 42, 7406 Hwy 157, Haughton, fail/abide/sus/sentBetty Evans, white female, 34, 5815 Catherine Ct, Bossier City - fugitive
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            <author> sean@bossierpress.com (Sean Green)</author>
            <pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 14:41:38 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title>2d Bomb changes hands</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Inside Hoban Hall at Barksdale Air Force Base Monday, the Change of Command Ceremony for the 2d Bomb Wing was brief and to the point.  
After the playing of “Ruffles and Flourishes”, the Barksdale Honor Guard presented the colors, and Airman First Class Willard Willis sang the National Anthem.  
Outgoing 2nd BW Commander Col. Timothy Fay was honored with the Legion of Merit, presented by the Commander of the 8th Air Force, Maj. Gen. Stephen Wilson.  
During the eight-word transfer ceremony, Col. Fay said “Sir, I relinquish command,” as Gen. Wilson then presented the Guide-On to Col. Andrew Gebara, who followed by saying, “Sir, I assume command.”
Formerly the Vice Commander of the 509th Bomb Wing at Whiteman Air Force Base in Missouri, Col. Gebara has more than 3,400 hours, having flown the B-2, B-52G/H, A/AOA-10, and T/AT 38.
In his remarks to the assembled VIP’s, Airmen, and Distinguished Guests, Col. Gebrara heaped high praise on Col. Fay’s outstanding job at Barksdale over the past two years.
With regard to the “Mission Ready” status of the “Mighty Deuce”, Col. Gebrara also pledged his continued support and leadership for Team Barksdale, adding “We are engaged in a contest of wills with our enemy.”]]></description>
            <author> sean@bossierpress.com (Tom Pace)</author>
            <pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 14:33:23 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title>Bossier City to hold annual animal rabies and flea clinic </title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Bossier City Animal Control and Hand-in-Paw will hold their annual rabies vaccination clinic and Bath ‘n Dip Day event Saturday, May 19 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. at Bossier City Animal Control, 3217 Old Shed Road.  
During the event local veterinarians will provide $5 rabies vaccinations and $5 flea dips for dogs and cats. Only cash will be accepted as payment. Pet owners who bring their pets to the event must have their dogs secured on leashes and their cats in carriers.
This event is designed to offer low cost pet healthcare to the community and also provides the public with pet care awareness information.
Bossier City Animal Control will hold its Adopt-A-Pet program during the event and will have a number of dogs and cats available and ready for loving homes. Adoption fees are $55, $60 and $85 depending on the animal.
Hand-In-Paw is a support organization comprised of community volunteers dedicated to caring and finding homes for animals brought to Bossier City Animal Control.]]></description>
            <author> sean@bossierpress.com (Press-Tribune Staff)</author>
            <pubDate>Wed, 16 May 2012 14:24:52 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title>A wild imagination</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Benton author finds success with action-adventure seriesThe legend of the “Bermuda Triangle” has attracted interest for years as the place where ships and airplanes seem to disappear without explanation.
Its location – just off the southeastern Atlantic coast of the United States – is not outlined on an ordinary map nor is it known when the lines are crossed. But, what would it be like inside the infamous triangle?
Through the imagination and words of author R.C. Farrington, the mystery and history of Bermuda has come to life in a series of action adventure novels.
The first novels are a series written by Rod Farrington, a Benton resident and full-time computer programmer for Gorham’s, are based on five teenagers – called Spinners – who discover a gateway into the “Bermuda Triangle.” His vision for the triangle is what he thinks Bermuda would have looked like 500 years ago before it was inhabited...except there are ghost ships and pirates.
“It's a parallel world to Bermuda so everything is identical except it's like Bermuda was never there,” he said.
All of the novels are based out of Bermuda, where he and his family lived for six years, and are geographically and historically correct...for the most part.
“Every now and then I like to spice things up a bit,” he said.
Farrington's journey began eight years ago when he decided to watch Johnny Depp in Finding Neverland, a film about playwright J. M. Barrie and the relationships he built that ultimately inspired the character Peter Pan. Farrington said the movie triggered his desire to write and has been writing ever since.
“I was so intrigued by his imagination and it made me think that I, too, have this wild imagination,” he said.
Most of his novels can take a year to complete.  During that time, Farrington is flying to and from the place he's created these stories around.
“When I'm actually working in Bermuda, I'll spend hours in the evening just writing,” he said.
Farrington's favorite thing to do is explore the island's past. Along with beautiful beaches, he enjoys visiting the community of St. George's Bermuda is like stepping back into an old European village with cobblestone streets.
“It's very old and it's very beautiful,” Farrington said. “It's the perfect setting to let your imagination run wild.”Farrington said being in Bermuda make his ideas and words more realistic.
“What's different for me is when I'm writing it, I'm living it,” he said. “I have no idea how each chapter will end up, but it will just happen as I write.”
So what's next for the local author? Farrington said he is bringing the storyline to Louisiana with his recent work. One novel, he said, will take readers into the heart of New Orleans and spread outward to  the surrounding plantations and swamp lands.
“I'm changing gears a little bit,” he said. “Based on the things I write about, the city intrigues me and I like to use the downtown area.”
Farrington has included his sons – who are all three graphic design graduates from Louisiana Tech University – in his writing venture too. Jason, a graduate of Airline High School, with Gorilla Design Studio in Shreveport has designed all of the book covers.
Farrington said Michael, also an Airline graduate, helps with Internet promotions and Greg, who graduated in Bermuda, inputs various ideas.
To date, Farrington has completed six novels and will be releasing two more later this year. One of his new books involves vampires and, coincidentally, is  coming out the same year Johnny Depp portrays a vampire in a new film.
He and his wife have already made plans to see it.
All of Farrington's novels can be purchased on Amazon and are also available for download to Kindles. For more information, visit www.bermudaspinners.com or visit his Facebook page, www.facebook/authorrcfarrington.]]></description>
            <author> sean@bossierpress.com (Amanda Crane)</author>
            <pubDate>Sun, 13 May 2012 23:21:47 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title>Bossier goes Ivy League</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Students to intern at Cornell Universtiy
Four Bossier Parish talented arts students have made their mark on the Big Apple.
The students were selected to be in a group of 10 students from the United States and abroad to receive an all expense paid trip to Ithaca, New York in February for a two-day Arts and Nature Workshop at Cornell University's Lab of Orinthology.
Since their return, Haughton seventh graders Matthew Sargent and Jemimah Suarez, Parkway sophomore Noel Elias, and Haughton sophomore Logan Byrd are continuing to impress the faculty and staff in New York.
Karen Purcell, Project Leader for “Celebrate Urban Birds” at the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, said the students “will be offered remote internships focused on the arts and multimedia.”
“We are confident that these kids can do a great job because they were so attentive here,” Purcell said. “They simply soaked up the information and truly listened to our staff. We were really impressed.”
Cornell's Lab of Ornithology is the world leader in the study, appreciation and conservation of birds and the environment. The Cornell Lab's “Celebrate Urban Birds” project and workshop focuses on teaching students how to use art to teach and inspire people about the natural world.
Students met with world renowned scientist, conservation leaders, and scientific illustrators.
“The intensity with which these kids took in the information and made it theirs was astounding,” Purcell said. I have never seen anything quite like it. They were focused and are truly talented.”]]></description>
            <author> sean@bossierpress.com (Amanda Crane)</author>
            <pubDate>Sun, 13 May 2012 23:19:55 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title>Co. Fay takes final flight</title>
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Kathleen Fay embraces her husband Col. Tim Fay, 2nd Bomb Wing commander, after his "fini" flight on Barksdale Air Force Base, La., May 9. She hosed her husband down after his final flight as 2 BW commander. Fay has commanded the wing for nearly two years. He was recently selected for promotion to Brigadier General and will move to his next assignment at the Pentagon.]]></description>
            <author> sean@bossierpress.com (U.S. Air ForceAirman 1st Class Micaiah Anthony)</author>
            <pubDate>Sun, 13 May 2012 23:07:57 GMT</pubDate>
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            <title>Suddenlink cuts ribbon on store</title>
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            <description><![CDATA[Bossier City Mayor Lo Walker, Suddenlink Communications’ regional executives, and Bossier Chamber of Commerce officials cut a ceremonial ribbon Thursday opening Suddenlink’s newly renovated retail store at 725 Benton Road.
Walker also read a proclamation calling today “Suddenlink Day” in Bossier City.Suddenlink’s new retail store provides a base of operations for 55 employees in the city, and also offers a whole new experience for customers, with hands-on interactive displays demonstrating Suddenlink services. Counters no longer separate Suddenlink sales people from customers, allowing more personal interaction.
The new Suddenlink retail store, designed by Monigle Associates, Inc., of Denver, has been outfitted with new furnishings and features bright green and blue décor inside and out.  A large new Suddenlink sign stands outside the location.
Suddenlink General Manager Alan Davidson said, “We now have a beautiful place to showcase our Advanced Digital TV, high-speed Internet, phone and new home security services.  It allows our customers an opportunity to get hands-on experience that we could not provide before.”
Suddenlink’s new retail store opening is the latest in a series of new service announcements by the company in the Bossier City area. In late 2009, Suddenlink announced a nationwide capital investment program, calling for approximately $350 million over three years, above and beyond Suddenlink’s traditional capital spending levels.
Since it began, that program has brought faster Internet speeds, including Suddenlink High Speed Internet MAX 107.0, Video on Demand (VOD) and more high-definition (HD) TV channels to Bossier City customers.
Suddenlink’s new retail store is open 8:30 a.m. to 6 p.m., Monday-Friday and 8:30 a.m. to Noon on Saturday.
More information about Suddenlink services is available online at suddenlink.com.]]></description>
            <author> sean@bossierpress.com (Press-Tribune Staff)</author>
            <pubDate>Sun, 13 May 2012 23:06:40 GMT</pubDate>
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