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🏒⛸️ NOVEMBER PUBLIC ICE SCHEDULE ⛸️🏒
Our season is now in full swing and there are several opportunities to lace up your skates throughout the month, including public skate, stick and puck and adult open hockey sessions.
Public Skate Admission:
Weekdays (AL school in session) $5 at the door only; includes skate rental
Sundays/Weekdays (AL no school) $5 online / $6 at the door /$2 skate rental
Weekday Stick & Puck: $5 at the door only; helmets are required
Special Event Skates: $5 both online and at the door; includes skate rental
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📅 Check out the full November schedule below and make plans to join us on the ice
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Get ready to skate into spooky season at Halloween Rock on Ice! Join us on Friday, Oct. 30, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Albert Lea City Arena, located at 701 Lake Chapeau Drive, for a chillingly fun night on the ice. $5 includes skate rental.
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Albert Lea Fire Chief Jeff Laskowske visits with students this morning, Oct. 23, at the annual Albert Lea High School career fair.
The Albert Lea Police, Community Development, Recreation and Public Works departments are also on hand to share information about public service careers and summer job opportunities.
The city currently as these job openings:
- Paid on-call firefighters
- Patrol officers
- Legal assistant
- Seasonal warming house attendants
See the job postings at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/albertlea
Students should check back in early 2027 for summer job postings.
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🏒 ADULT OPEN HOCKEY IS BACK! 🏒
Join us for Adult Open Hockey at the Albert Lea City Arena in November!
📅 Sundays | 7:30–8:30 PM
👤 Ages 18+ (No current high school players)
🏒 Full hockey gear is required!
🤝 Teams will be formed on-site, so come ready to play!
💲 $8 at the door or $7 pre-registration online at cityofalbertlea.org/recreation-registration
Whether you're looking to sharpen your skills or just enjoy a little friendly competition, grab your gear and join us on the ice!
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Thanks for attending Skate.Swim.Climb! Keep following us for more fun activities!
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Ready for Oktoberween? Bring the kids to the Freeborn County Fairgrounds on Oct. 24 for non-stop excitement! Enjoy a magic show, horse and train rides, crafts and games at 1105 Bridge Ave. Rain won't stop us—we’ll move inside the Fairlane Building if needed!
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The Albert Lea Recreation Department thanks the Kennel Club of Freeborn County for its donation of electrical upgrades at the City Arena, valued at $6,000. The Albert Lea City Council recently accepted this generous donation. The upgrades will help support events at the arena, including the club’s annual dog show. As demonstrated in the photo, the show is a hit with both the human and canine participants!
Keep following us for more recreational updates and arena events.
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I love the Freeborn Kennel Club! I recommend their classes to new dog owners all the time.
Way to glow! Thank you to everyone who rocked the ice on Oct. 10 for the ‘90s neon, adults-only event! What next for ages 21 and older? More rock on ice events at the City Arena? A bean bag tournament in a park come spring? Float time at the Aquatic Center next summer? Let Albert Lea Recreation know your ideas!
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Yes to the pool!
REMINDER: Seasonal Dock Space Renters
As the season starts to turn, please remember that all equipment must be removed from the lake and lakeshore by October 15th. Any questions can be directed to the Recreation Office at 507-377-4370.
Thank you for another great season! We appreciate everyone who enjoyed the lake and look forward to seeing you again next year!
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ALBERT LEA IS SEEKING POLICE OFFICERS who want access to specialized training early in their careers. With the Albert Lea Police Department, officers have opportunities to serve as field training officers, SWAT members, investigators and with other units.
Requirements:
Commitment to service, integrity, respect and accountability
Associate degree in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, or equivalent.
MN POST licensed or POST-eligible
Certified as an Emergency Medical Responder
U.S. citizen
Valid driver’s license.
Apply today: www.governmentjobs.com/careers/albertlea
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Do we really need more officers????? One traffic stop brings every officer on duty to the stop. 🤨 why
Yeah because we need yall even more not properly trained and super explosive when being called out for harassment. Best way for yall to kill us now instead of arrest of for false bs.
NOTICE: Union Pacific Railroad has notified the City of Albert Lea that it plans to repair 8 crossings over the next 2 weeks.
Work is expected to begin at Broadway Avenue and Front Street on Tuesday, Oct. 27, followed by Newton Avenue.
Expect delays and follow posted detours around these work zones:
Broadway Avenue
Newton Avenue
3rd Street
7th Street
Ramsey Avenue
Garfield Avenue
Hawthorne Street
Hammer Road
Keep following us for updates.
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Yep I know
There isn't much wrong with the Union Pacific crossings, however, the Canadian Pacific Kansas City crossings are horrible
👻 Calling all ghosts, goblins, and superheroes! 🎃
While you're enjoying the downtown Halloween Spooktacular on Oct. 29 from 4–6 p.m., make sure to come say hi, show us your costumes, and pick up some Halloween treats! 🍬
We're excited to celebrate with you,
— Albert Lea Police Dept., Albert Lea Fire Rescue, & Freeborn County Sheriff's Office 🚔🚒
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The Albert Lea Police Department is hiring.
Not just to fill a badge — to add someone who wants to know their community. In our schools. At our events. In our parks. Throughout Albert Lea.
Requirements:
- Commitment to service, integrity, respect and accountability
- Associate degree in Law Enforcement, Criminal Justice, or equivalent.
- MN POST licensed or POST-eligible
- Certified as an Emergency Medical Responder
- U.S. citizen
- Valid driver’s license.
Apply today: www.governmentjobs.com/careers/albertlea
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Albert Lea Fire Chief Jeff Laskowske visits with students this morning, Oct. 23, at the annual Albert Lea High School career fair.
The Albert Lea Police, Community Development, Recreation and Public Works departments are also on hand to share information about public service careers and summer job opportunities.
The city currently as these job openings:
- Paid on-call firefighters
- Patrol officers
- Legal assistant
- Seasonal warming house attendants
See the job postings at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/albertlea
Students should check back in early 2027 for summer job postings.
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ASSAULT AT ALBERT LEA HOTEL
On Oct. 22, 2026, at approximately 11:15 p.m., Albert Lea Police Department (ALPD) officers were dispatched to the Albert Lea Inn and Suites, 2301 East Main St., in regards to an active assault with a weapon. Initial reports indicated that a male subject was going after another male subject with a knife, who was reportedly stabbed. Upon arrival, officers confirmed the victim had suffered severe wounds consistent with an edged weapon. Officers quickly identified a possible room number the suspect was occupying, and during their investigation, the suspect was taken into custody without further incident.
Both the victim and the suspect were transported to the Mayo Clinic Health System-Albert Lea Emergency Department for medical treatment. The victim was later transported to Rochester by air ambulance.
The suspect has been identified as 25-year-old Wyatt Harley Dahle and is in police custody at the Freeborn County Adult Detention Center.
Preliminary investigation suggests the incident was isolated. The investigation remains ongoing and there is currently no threat to public safety.
The ALPD was assisted by the Freeborn County Sheriff’s Office, Albert Lea Fire Rescue and Mayo Ambulance Service.
For immediate release
Oct. 23, 2026
Media contact: Albert Lea Police Sgt. Sy Vanthavong at 507-377-5200
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Motels are Safer than Hotels 🏨 😜
Derek Rothmeier
Is this the same guy who was charged in May 2025 for a stabbing in Rochester?? Why the F is he out walking the streets? Good lord our justice system is a joke.
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Omg I see the places for "rent" on tik tok but all the houses are on the market for sale. I assume its a scam but they are all over not just in Albert Lea
Flash Back Friday: The ALPD broke up the "Yo-Yo Gang" in December of 1951. The group was aptly named as 30 yo-yos were among the items recovered from the juvenile shoplifting gang. Other items taken included cap guns, knives, clothing, ski-poles, alarm clocks, ammunition, etc. The group consisted of 18 juveniles between the ages of 9 and 14 years old with most under 12 years old. For reference, $200 in 1951 is about $2,500 today.
-photo from the December 20th, 1951 Albert Lea Evening Tribune
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Big Ole Anderson was quite a man!😁
Scottie was there...🌎👀😎
I’ve never heard of this before.
Just shows that police are all about the money no their greedy punks who love to take our money. What would they do if everyone was a law abiding citizen 🤣🤣🤣 stupid asses would just make up new laws😡 200 hundred back then vs 2500🖕🏻🖕🏻🖕🏻🖕🏻🖕🏻🖕🏻
The Albert Lea Police Department (ALPD) is proud to recognize Andy Nelson for being nominated for the 2026 Property and Evidence Technician of the Year by the Minnesota Association of Property and Evidence Technicians.
The association recently honored Nelson’s dedication and commitment to excellence in property and evidence management at its annual conference.
Nelson serves as the property room manager for both the ALPD and Freeborn County Sheriff's Office.
His hard work, professionalism, and attention to detail play an important role in maintaining the integrity and accountability of property and evidence for both agencies.
Congratulations Andy!
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Andy is the best!
Congrats Andy...well done!👍🥳
Great job Andy! Congratulations!!!👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽
Congrats Andy!
Well done Andy
Well deserved!
Congratulations Andy! Well deserved!
Outstanding continued work, Andy! Congratulations on the statewide MAPET nomination!
Good job buddy!!
Congratulations Andy
Congrats. Awesome job
Congratulations!
Awesome Andy way to go
Congrats Andy. Well done!
Andy is an amazing person and someone i’m proud to call a friend
Congratulations
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Congratulations Andy!
🎉🎉🎉
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Congratulations!
That’s awesome! Congratulations Chief Laskowske!
Congratulations 🎉
Congratulations and thank you for your continued service 
Great job 🇺🇸
Congratulations Chief Laskowske!! What an honor!!👏👏
Congratulations!
Wow! That’s amazing. Way to go, Kurt!
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Congratulations 👏👏👏
Way to go Kurt!! Congratulations!!🏆🏆
Congratulations! 
Way to go! God Bless you Kurt.
Congratulations!!!!!
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An awesome man and a great department that has supported and allowed him the opportunity that most never would get.
Way to go Kurt!
CONGRATULATIONS!!!🥈👨🚒🔥
Congratulations on a wonderful season and all the achievements you accomplished! 
Congratulations!
Congratulations on all your accomplishments!!👏👏
Congratulations!
Albert Lea Fire Chief Jeff Laskowske visits with students this morning, Oct. 23, at the annual Albert Lea High School career fair.
The Albert Lea Police, Community Development, Recreation and Public Works departments are also on hand to share information about public service careers and summer job opportunities.
The city currently as these job openings:
- Paid on-call firefighters
- Patrol officers
- Legal assistant
- Seasonal warming house attendants
See the job postings at www.governmentjobs.com/careers/albertlea
Students should check back in early 2027 for summer job postings.
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Good luck, Kurt!
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Good luck! We’re all rooting for you and know you can do it! 
Good luck!!
U got this
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Join us in congratulating our very own, Chief Jeff Laskowske, for being recognized at the Minnesota State Fire Chief’s Annual Conference as Fire Officer of the Year for populations over 10,000!!!
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Congratulations!!!!!
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Congratulations Jeff!!
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Congrats Jeff!!!
So deserved. So appreciate all you and your team does to keep our community safe. And of course thanking you for advocating for improving access to timely care. Rock star. 🌟
📬 Your library books can come to YOU!
With our Books by Mail service, you can enjoy library books without having to make a trip to the library. Whether you’re homebound, recovering from an illness, have limited transportation, or just can’t make it in, we’ll help get the books you want into your hands.
Want to learn more? Give us a call or stop by the library and we’ll get you set up!
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This week, it's all about early literacy at the Albert Lea Public Library. Children and their caregivers can join us for Storytime on Monday and Tuesday at 10 a.m. and for Music & Movement on Thursday at 10 a.m. in the Children's Library.
Head to our website to learn more: alplonline.org/
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Want to get involved? Becoming a Friend is a great way to support your library and everything it brings to our community.❤️
Stop by the Fountain Lake Bookstore Monday through Thursday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., to learn more about becoming a member or getting involved as a volunteer!
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A few things that just make sense at the Albert Lea Public Library. 🤌📚
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Buy a book = Supporting the Friends of the Albert Lea Public Library = Supporting your library. 📚
The Fountain Lake Bookstore, located on the first floor of City Hall, is run by the Friends of the Albert Lea Public Library, and every purchase helps raise funds that go back to us for all the extras that aren't covered in our regular budget.
So yes, you can justify buying another book. It’s for a good cause. 😉
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I’ve been looking for a bookstore in this area! I just moved to town. This is perfect!
Most books in the bookstore are only $1 or $2! Books in the children's and YA sections are just 50 cents. The bookstore is staffed by volunteers Mon-Thurs 9 am-3 pm, and people can still buy books using the payment box on the wall any other time the building is open.
Sometimes all you really need is a huge stack of books and a little time at the library. 😉📚
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It’s National Friends of the Library Week, and we’re saying thank you for being a friend! 💙📚
Our Friends of the Albert Lea Public Library do so much behind the scenes to help make our library better. Through the Fountain Lake Bookstore, memberships, and book sales, they raise funds that help provide programs, equipment, and supplies that aren’t covered by the library’s regular budget.
So whether you’re a longtime Friend, a book sale shopper, a Fountain Lake Bookstore regular, or someone who simply loves the library, thank you for being a friend!
We couldn’t do it without you. 💛
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Don't miss Trick or Treating in the Historical Village 12:30-3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 31 atHistory Center of Freeborn Countyounty, 1031 Bridge Scooter's Coffee9;Albert Lea Fire RescueirBigger Impact Through Education EdFirst Lutheran Church, Albert Lea, Minnesota MU.S. Bank UAlbert Lea Figure Skating ClubatAlbert Lea Noon Kiwanis ClubwaJersey Mikes Albert Lea MNerAlbert Lea Police DepartmentDepartment ... See MoreSee Less
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Autumn shines along the shores of Fountain Lake in Edgewater Park. Find more information about Albert Lea's 40+ parks at www.cityofalbertlea.org/departments/parks/parks-trails-fun-spots/
So pretty ❤️
Who Painted those trees 🌳 🤔
Beautiful!!
NOTICE: Union Pacific Railroad has notified the City of Albert Lea that it plans to repair 8 crossings over the next 2 weeks.
Work is expected to begin at Broadway Avenue and Front Street on Tuesday, Oct. 27, followed by Newton Avenue.
Expect delays and follow posted detours around these work zones:
Broadway Avenue
Newton Avenue
3rd Street
7th Street
Ramsey Avenue
Garfield Avenue
Hawthorne Street
Hammer Road
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Thankyou for the information. It is very appreciated
It’s gonna be a mess, but worth the stress. Glad they are getting the crossings repaired. They should be as smooth on the road as they are on the rails.
How about the state park road crossing? Or have they done that recently?
Much needed
Thank you! This is badly needed.
About damn time. The one on Garfield is horrendous
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Early literacy programs at the Albert Lea Public Library this week! Check out alplonline.org for upcoming events!This week, it's all about early literacy at the Albert Lea Public Library. Children and their caregivers can join us for Storytime on Monday and Tuesday at 10 a.m. and for Music & Movement on Thursday at 10 a.m. in the Children's Library.
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Get ready to skate into spooky season at Halloween Rock on Ice! Join us on Friday, Oct. 30, from 7 to 9 p.m. at the Albert Lea City Arena, located at 701 Lake Chapeau Drive, for a chillingly fun night on the ice. $5 includes skate rental. ... See MoreSee Less
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Don’t let leaves go down the drain—literally! When leaves enter storm sewers, they flow straight to our lakes, harming water quality. Help keep Albert Lea beautiful: adopt a storm sewer today at www.shellrock.org and make a difference in your neighborhood! ... See MoreSee Less
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ALBERT LEA PROJECT UPDATES AS OF OCT. 23, 2026:
Songbird Trail: Crews recently paved portions of the Songbird Trail along Fountain Street and Summer Avenue (photo). Some road work remains at the First Avenue intersection. Crews are also reconditioning the old railroad bridge abutments to prepare them for upgrades that meet pedestrian standards. Work on the Shoff Creek bridges will likely start this winter.
Valley Avenue and Marshall Street reconstruction: Crews have completed replacement of the sanitary sewer and watermain on Valley between Sheridan Street and Giles Place. They continue to replace the storm sewer in the same area, which should be complete next week. Crews continue to lay the rock base for the new pavement between High Street and Giles Place. They plan to start installing curb and gutter between Johnson and Sheridan streets next week, along with building the retaining wall between High and Johnson streets.
Sorensen Road Watermain replacement: The contractors continue to replace water services north of Hammer Road and patch asphalt driveways disturbed by the project. The last of the underground utility work will be completed this week, leaving only restoration, cleanup and corrective items. ... See MoreSee Less
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Going on 5 months for that Valley project now... someone is getting rich off that mess
Looks good!
Valley what a mess!
My truck can no longer make the right turn when going east on fountain onto first Ave, if someone is stopped at that stop sign. There's going to be so many accidents here now.
Looks like a blacktop alleyway
I can 2nd that of what Chris Schmidt said. There's no way to make that turn any more when a car or truck are there. What sense dose that make? Who ever created this mistake needs to go see it for themselves.
Sure it looks great for about a year then no upkeep and raise our taxes even more!! I sure hope this Whole project was funded by funds raised and Not Our taxpayers money?? This town has already taxed way beyond it's worth and if We don't change it sooner then later, might as well just call us Twin Lakes!
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ON THE AGENDA: The Albert Lea City Council will consider a joint agreement with the Shell Rock River Watershed District to restore the channel between Fountain and Albert Lea lakes.
The watershed district has secured $5.9 million in state funding and aims to:
- Improve stream health, enhance wildlife habitat
- Support aquatic life
- Expand recreational access for fishing, canoeing and kayaking.
The agreement outlines each party’s responsibilities, including the city funding replacement of the sanitary sewer in the project area.
Council members will also consider accepting a $5,600 forensic workstation donation from the nonprofit group, Our Rescue, for the Albert Lea Police Department.
On Rescue works to combat exploitation of children and sex trafficking.
Provided at no cost to taxpayers, the equipment would help investigators analyze electronic evidence, protect victims and prosecute offenders.
To learn more:
- Contact your city councilor at www.cityofalbertlea.org/government/city-council
- Read the agenda packet at www.cityofalbertlea.org/government/city-council
- Attend the meeting Oct. 26 at 7 p.m, City Hall, 221 E. Clark St.
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Hmmmmmm. Flock cameras perhaps? Hope not...
ON THE AGENDA: The Albert Lea City Council will consider a joint agreement with the Shell Rock River Watershed District to restore the channel between Fountain and Albert Lea lakes. The watershed district has secured $5.9 million in state funding and aims to: Improve stream health, enhance wildlife habitat Support aquatic life Expand recreational access for fishing, canoeing and kayaking. The agreement outlines each party’s responsibilities, including the city funding replacement of the sanitary sewer in the project area. Council members will also consider accepting a $5,600 forensic workstation donation from the nonprofit group, Our Rescue, for the Albert Lea Police Department. On Rescue works to combat exploitation of children and sex trafficking. Provided at no cost to taxpayers, the equipment would help investigators analyze electronic evidence, protect victims and prosecute offenders. To learn more: - Contact your city councilor at www.cityofalbertlea.org/government/city-council - Read the agenda packet at www.cityofalbertlea.org/government/city-council - Attend the meeting Oct. 26 at 7 p.m, City Hall, 221 E. Clark St. - Watch the meeting online: www.youtube.com/cityofalbertlea
The purpose of this post is to provide brief highlights so residents can decide whether to seek more information by: - Contacting a city councilor at www.cityofalbertlea.org/government/city-council - Reading the agenda packet at www.cityofalbertlea.org/government/city-council - Reading the Week-Lea at mailchi.mp/e97819f7a2d6/albertweeklea10-23-26?e=c2fbd10463 - Attending the meeting Oct. 26 at 7 p.m, City Hall, 221 E. Clark St. - Watching the meeting online: www.youtube.com/cityofalbertlea
THIS WEEK IN THE WEEK-LEA: Albert Lea's Fire Chief has been honored with the Fire Officer of the Year award! Plus, City Council votes on a key channel restoration agreement, and paving work begins on Songbird Trail. Get ready for a busy week of community events—Oktoberween kicks off this Friday (Oct. 23), downtown trick-or-treating takes place Thursday (Oct. 29), and you can rock out at Halloween Rock on Ice on Friday (Oct. 30).
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