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Cayce/West Columbia Schools Implement New Electronic Device Policy Amid Community Debate

November 21, 2024

Cayce/West Columbia Residents Brace for New Electronic Device Rules On a sunny Wednesday, November 20, 2024, the busy halls of Lexington County School District One buzzed with stories of change....

Columbia Appoints Myra Reece as First Director of South Carolina Department of Environmental Services

November 21, 2024

Columbia Welcomes New Leader for Environmental Services! Columbia, S.C. – Big news in the Palmetto State! Governor Henry McMaster has just appointed Myra Reece as the first-ever director of the...

Boating Caution: Wind Advisory Issued for South Carolina Lakes

November 21, 2024

Boating Caution: Wind Advisory Issued for South Carolina Lakes If you’re in or around the delightful city of Columbia, it’s time to pay attention! An important lake wind advisory hit...

Lexington County Residents Debate Future of Garbage Pickup Services

November 21, 2024

Lexington County Residents Voice Opinions on Garbage Pickup Lexington County, SC – Last week, residents from areas like Cayce, West Columbia, Springdale, and South Congaree gathered for a public hearing...

Traffic Disruptions on Rosewood Drive Due to Water Main Break in Columbia

November 21, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Traffic Update Alert for Rosewood Drive! Hey there, Columbia residents! If you’re planning to hit the roads anytime soon, we’ve got some important news that you’ll want...

Columbia Parole Hearing Denies Susan Smith’s Request for Release After 30 Years Behind Bars

November 21, 2024

Columbia, S.C. – A Hearing That Shook the Nation In a highly publicized parole hearing, Susan Smith, a woman who committed one of the most notorious crimes in South Carolina’s...

Search for Missing Teenager in Lexington County, S.C. Enters Fourth Week

November 21, 2024

Search Continues for Missing 17-Year-Old in Lexington County, S.C. In the small and tight-knit community of Lexington County, South Carolina, excitement and worry intermingle as the search continues for a...

Man Arrested in Fatal Shooting Outside Bojangles in South Carolina

November 21, 2024

Man Arrested in Connection to Fatal Bojangles Shooting in Lexington County Lexington County, S.C. – In a shocking turn of events, authorities have arrested a 23-year-old man in connection to...

Chapin High School Teachers Unite to Support Colleague Amid Divisive School Board Conflict

November 21, 2024

Chapin High School Teachers Rally Amid School Board Tensions In a town where classrooms should be nurturing spaces for learning, a recent school board election has stirred up quite a...

POLITICS

Columbia Appoints Myra Reece as First Director of South Carolina Department of Environmental Services

November 21, 2024

Columbia Welcomes New Leader for Environmental Services! Columbia, S.C. – Big news in the Palmetto State! Governor Henry McMaster has just appointed Myra Reece as the first-ever director of the...

Lexington County Residents Debate Future of Garbage Pickup Services

November 21, 2024

Lexington County Residents Voice Opinions on Garbage Pickup Lexington County, SC – Last week, residents from areas like Cayce, West Columbia, Springdale, and South Congaree gathered for a public hearing...

Chapin High School Teachers Unite to Support Colleague Amid Divisive School Board Conflict

November 21, 2024

Chapin High School Teachers Rally Amid School Board Tensions In a town where classrooms should be nurturing spaces for learning, a recent school board election has stirred up quite a...

Parole Hearing for Susan Smith Sparks Community Outcry in South Carolina

November 20, 2024

Union, South Carolina: Parole Hearing for Susan Smith Highlights Ongoing Tragedy In Union, South Carolina, a significant moment is approaching as Susan Smith, now 53 years old, prepares for a...

Irmo Council Approves Land Sale to Enhance Safety on Broad River Road

November 20, 2024

Irmo Takes a Step Towards Safer Streets on Broad River Road IRMO, S.C. — Big news for Irmo residents! The town is finally making strides to improve safety on Broad...

Richland County Faces Rising Legal Expenses Amid Ongoing Jail Investigation

November 19, 2024

Richland County Faces Legal Bills Over Troubled Jail Investigation In a stunning turn of events, Richland County has been actively investing in legal expertise, pouring more than six hundred thousand...

SCMA Sets Ambitious Healthcare Goals for South Carolina by 2025

November 18, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. – SCMA Unveils Bold Healthcare Goals for 2025! Hey there, South Carolina! Big news is coming from your very own South Carolina Medical Association (SCMA). They’ve just set...

Lexington County Council Withdraws Proposals for Trash and Road Fees Amid Community Opposition

November 16, 2024

Lexington County Council Abandons Controversial Trash and Road Fee Proposals Lexington, SC – In a surprising turn of events, the Lexington County Council has decided to abandon two key ordinances...

Columbia, South Carolina Faces Toxic Threat from Nearby Plastic Production Facilities

November 15, 2024

Columbia, South Carolina Faces Toxic Threat from Plastic Production When you think about the rivers that flow through South Carolina, you likely picture serene waters, wildlife, and outdoor adventures. However,...

ECONOMY

Irmo Council Approves Land Sale to Enhance Safety on Broad River Road

November 20, 2024

Irmo Takes a Step Towards Safer Streets on Broad River Road IRMO, S.C. — Big news for Irmo residents! The town is finally making strides to improve safety on Broad...

Richland County Faces Rising Legal Expenses Amid Ongoing Jail Investigation

November 19, 2024

Richland County Faces Legal Bills Over Troubled Jail Investigation In a stunning turn of events, Richland County has been actively investing in legal expertise, pouring more than six hundred thousand...

Lexington County Council Withdraws Proposals for Trash and Road Fees Amid Community Opposition

November 16, 2024

Lexington County Council Abandons Controversial Trash and Road Fee Proposals Lexington, SC – In a surprising turn of events, the Lexington County Council has decided to abandon two key ordinances...

Exciting Developments in Cayce: A New Visitor Center on the Horizon!

November 15, 2024

Exciting Developments in Cayce: A New Visitor Center on the Horizon! Hey there, Cayce residents! Big news is making waves in our beloved City of Cayce and it’s one that...

Lexington County Council Rejects Countywide Garbage Collection Proposal Amidst Resident Concerns

November 15, 2024

Lexington County Garbage Collection Proposal Thrown Out! Hey there, Lexington County residents! Gather ’round because we’ve got some juicy news to share that might just affect your trash routine. At...

Lexington County Council Abandons Controversial Road User Fee Amid Public Opposition

November 14, 2024

Lexington County Moves On from Controversial Road User Fee Residents Breathe a Sigh of Relief as Fees Are Postponed In a move that many residents of Lexington County welcomed, the...

Columbia Residents Struggle with Traffic Interruptions Amid New Construction Projects

November 13, 2024

Columbia Residents Face Traffic Woes Amidst Flurry of New Construction In the lively streets of Columbia, the hustle and bustle of construction is causing quite a stir. Residents, who are...

Lexington County Council Delays Vehicle Fee Proposal Following Community Outcry

November 13, 2024

Lexington County Council Postpones Proposed Vehicle Fee Amidst Resident Backlash LEXINGTON COUNTY, S.C. — In an exciting turn of events at the latest council meeting on Tuesday, the Lexington County...

Optimism Grows in Columbia as Teacher Shortage Concerns Are Addressed

November 12, 2024

Optimism Grows in Columbia as Teacher Shortage Concerns Are Addressed Columbia, S.C. – Good news seems to be brewing in the heart of South Carolina, as educators express hope that...

CRIME

Columbia Parole Hearing Denies Susan Smith’s Request for Release After 30 Years Behind Bars

November 21, 2024

Columbia, S.C. – A Hearing That Shook the Nation In a highly publicized parole hearing, Susan Smith, a woman who committed one of the most notorious crimes in South Carolina’s...

Man Arrested in Fatal Shooting Outside Bojangles in South Carolina

November 21, 2024

Man Arrested in Connection to Fatal Bojangles Shooting in Lexington County Lexington County, S.C. – In a shocking turn of events, authorities have arrested a 23-year-old man in connection to...

Teen Driver Causes Early Morning Crash into Lexington Business, Faces DUI Charges

November 21, 2024

Lexington Sees Early Morning Chaos as Teen Crashes into Business Lexington woke up to a bit of a surprise Wednesday morning when a teen driver made a wild entry into...

Parole Hearing for Susan Smith Sparks Community Outcry in South Carolina

November 20, 2024

Union, South Carolina: Parole Hearing for Susan Smith Highlights Ongoing Tragedy In Union, South Carolina, a significant moment is approaching as Susan Smith, now 53 years old, prepares for a...

Community Demands Justice After Devoted Mother Fatally Shot in Columbia Tragedy

November 20, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. — A Heartbreaking Loss Columbia was rocked by tragedy last Thursday when a devoted mother and wife, Antionette Colón, lost her life in a shooting on Harbison Boulevard....

Richland County Faces Rising Legal Expenses Amid Ongoing Jail Investigation

November 19, 2024

Richland County Faces Legal Bills Over Troubled Jail Investigation In a stunning turn of events, Richland County has been actively investing in legal expertise, pouring more than six hundred thousand...

Columbia’s Five Points Area Hit by Early Morning Crash, One Person Hospitalized

November 19, 2024

Columbia’s Five Points Area Hit by Early Morning Crash In what started as just another quiet Sunday morning in Columbia, the hustle and bustle of downtown was interrupted when a...

Gladys Fischer Found Safe in Lexington County!

November 19, 2024

Gladys Fischer Found Safe in Lexington County! In a heartwarming turn of events, the Lexington County community is breathing a sigh of relief as the missing woman, Glady Fischer, has...

Tragedy Strikes Columbia as Woman Fatally Shot Outside Bojangles

November 18, 2024

Tragedy Outside Bojangles: Woman Dies After Shooting in Columbia Columbia, South Carolina – In a heartbreaking turn of events, a woman has tragically lost her life following a shooting that...

SPORTS

Trust Issues in Fantasy Football: Unveiling the Fantasy Bros Trust Meter

November 21, 2024

Trust Issues: Breaking Down Fantasy Players with the Fantasy Bros Trust Meter Hey, fantasy football enthusiasts! Hope you’re enjoying your Thursday in the city. Today on the latest episode of...

NBA Season Surprises and Disappointments: Early Highlights and Low Points

November 21, 2024

NBA Season Surprises and Disappointments: A Month In With the NBA season just about hitting the one-month mark, basketball fans from Cleveland to Golden State are buzzing with excitement and...

Week 11 Recap: Essential Insights for Dominating Week 12 Fantasy Football Lineups

November 20, 2024

Week 11 Recap: Time to Gear Up for Week 12 Fantasy Football! Hi there, fantasy football fanatics, and welcome back! As we sit here in our cozy homes across the...

Boston Celtics Hand Cleveland Cavaliers Their First Loss of the Season in Thrilling Showdown

November 20, 2024

Boston Shakes Up the NBA: Celtics Hand Cavs First Loss of the Season Boston came alive last night as the Boston Celtics faced off against the Cleveland Cavaliers in what...

Tensions Escalate as Iran Responds to New EU and UK Sanctions

November 19, 2024

DUBAI – Tensions Rise Over New Sanctions Against Iran So, things are heating up again in the Middle East as Iran is hitting back hard against new sanctions imposed by...

Dallas Cowboys Suffer Fifth Straight Loss as Houston Texans Prevail 34-10

November 19, 2024

Dallas: Cowboys Face Tough Times as Texans Dominate So, let’s talk about what went down in Dallas last night. The good ol’ Dallas Cowboys were at home, looking to turn...

Columbia Buzzing: Key Injury Updates Ahead of Week 12 College Football Action

November 18, 2024

Columbia Buzzing: Week 12 Injury Report is Here! Hey there, football fanatics! Columbia, South Carolina is gearing up for yet another thrilling week of college football, but before we dive...

Houston Texans to Face Baltimore Ravens on Christmas Day with Beyoncé Headlining Halftime Show

November 18, 2024

Houston, Texas: A Christmas Day Like No Other! Get ready for a holiday spectacular, Houston! This Christmas, it’s not just about unwrapping presents and gathering with family. Instead, fans are...

Cincinnati Bengals Comeback Falls Short as Chargers Secure Last-Minute Victory

November 18, 2024

Cincinnati Bengals Fall Short in Heart-Pounding Comeback Against Chargers Last night in Cincinnati, fans were on the edge of their seats as the Bengals staged an incredible comeback against the...

DISASTERS

Boating Caution: Wind Advisory Issued for South Carolina Lakes

November 21, 2024

Boating Caution: Wind Advisory Issued for South Carolina Lakes If you’re in or around the delightful city of Columbia, it’s time to pay attention! An important lake wind advisory hit...

Traffic Disruptions on Rosewood Drive Due to Water Main Break in Columbia

November 21, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. – Traffic Update Alert for Rosewood Drive! Hey there, Columbia residents! If you’re planning to hit the roads anytime soon, we’ve got some important news that you’ll want...

Teen Driver Causes Early Morning Crash into Lexington Business, Faces DUI Charges

November 21, 2024

Lexington Sees Early Morning Chaos as Teen Crashes into Business Lexington woke up to a bit of a surprise Wednesday morning when a teen driver made a wild entry into...

Community Demands Justice After Devoted Mother Fatally Shot in Columbia Tragedy

November 20, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. — A Heartbreaking Loss Columbia was rocked by tragedy last Thursday when a devoted mother and wife, Antionette Colón, lost her life in a shooting on Harbison Boulevard....

Columbia’s Five Points Area Hit by Early Morning Crash, One Person Hospitalized

November 19, 2024

Columbia’s Five Points Area Hit by Early Morning Crash In what started as just another quiet Sunday morning in Columbia, the hustle and bustle of downtown was interrupted when a...

Firefighters Brave Flames in Lexington Villas Blaze, Two Injured

November 18, 2024

Firefighters Brave Flames in Lexington Fire Incident Lexington, a peaceful town in our community, faced a dramatic turn of events on Friday afternoon when a fire broke out in the...

Tragedy in Columbia: Woman Fatally Shot Outside Bojangles, Suspect on the Run

November 18, 2024

Tragedy Strikes in Columbia: Woman Shot Outside Bojangles Columbia, South Carolina—A shocking incident unfolded on Thursday, November 16, when gunfire erupted outside a popular Bojangles fast food restaurant located on...

Dense Fog Warning Issued Across South Carolina: Essential Safety Tips for Drivers

November 18, 2024

Dense Fog Alert in South Carolina: Safety Tips to Keep You Safe! Good morning, folks! If you’re waking up in South Carolina today, you might want to put your plans...

Columbia, South Carolina Faces Toxic Threat from Nearby Plastic Production Facilities

November 15, 2024

Columbia, South Carolina Faces Toxic Threat from Plastic Production When you think about the rivers that flow through South Carolina, you likely picture serene waters, wildlife, and outdoor adventures. However,...

HEALTH

Richland County Faces Rising Legal Expenses Amid Ongoing Jail Investigation

November 19, 2024

Richland County Faces Legal Bills Over Troubled Jail Investigation In a stunning turn of events, Richland County has been actively investing in legal expertise, pouring more than six hundred thousand...

Columbia’s Five Points Area Hit by Early Morning Crash, One Person Hospitalized

November 19, 2024

Columbia’s Five Points Area Hit by Early Morning Crash In what started as just another quiet Sunday morning in Columbia, the hustle and bustle of downtown was interrupted when a...

Gladys Fischer Found Safe in Lexington County!

November 19, 2024

Gladys Fischer Found Safe in Lexington County! In a heartwarming turn of events, the Lexington County community is breathing a sigh of relief as the missing woman, Glady Fischer, has...

Toxic Chemicals from Plastics Factories Threaten Columbia’s Waterways and Public Health

November 18, 2024

Columbia: Toxic Chemicals Discharging from Local Plastics Factories Columbia, South Carolina, is facing significant environmental concerns as a new report reveals that high levels of a toxic chemical, 1,4-dioxane, are...

Tragedy Strikes Columbia as Woman Fatally Shot Outside Bojangles

November 18, 2024

Tragedy Outside Bojangles: Woman Dies After Shooting in Columbia Columbia, South Carolina – In a heartbreaking turn of events, a woman has tragically lost her life following a shooting that...

SCMA Sets Ambitious Healthcare Goals for South Carolina by 2025

November 18, 2024

COLUMBIA, S.C. – SCMA Unveils Bold Healthcare Goals for 2025! Hey there, South Carolina! Big news is coming from your very own South Carolina Medical Association (SCMA). They’ve just set...

Columbia Hospitals Achieve Top Safety Grades, Ensuring Patient Wellbeing

November 18, 2024

Columbia Hospitals Celebrate High Safety Ratings! Great news for the residents of Columbia, South Carolina! Two local hospitals have recently scored the highest possible safety grades, and that’s something to...

Missing Woman Gladys Fischer Sparks Community Concern in Lexington, South Carolina

November 17, 2024

Missing Woman Alert: Lexingon Police Seek Help In the charming city of Lexington, South Carolina, local authorities are asking for help from the community. A woman named Gladys Fischer has...

Lexington Police Urge Community to Help Locate Missing 29-Year-Old Woman

November 16, 2024

Lexington Police Seek Public’s Help in Finding Missing Woman Hey there, folks! We’ve got a serious situation unfolding right here in our charming town of Lexington, South Carolina. Local police...

LIFESTYLE

Duke Energy Appoints Tim Pearson as New South Carolina State President Amid Leadership Changes

November 21, 2024

Greenville, S.C. – Duke Energy Appoints New South Carolina State President On November 1, 2023, Tim Pearson will step into the role of South Carolina state president for Duke Energy,...

Florida Atlantic and Oklahoma State Set for High-Stakes College Basketball Showdown in Charleston

November 21, 2024

Florida Atlantic to Face Oklahoma State in Charleston Showdown CHARLESTON, South Carolina – Florida Atlantic Owls (3-2) are set to take on the Oklahoma State Cowboys (3-0) on Thursday, with...

Emus Escape in South Carolina Amid Ongoing Animal Search

November 21, 2024

Emus Escape in South Carolina Amid Ongoing Animal Search Beaufort County, SC Two large emus have escaped in South Carolina, adding another chapter to a bizarre series of animal escapes...

Columbia Considers Major Parking Changes Amid Resident Concerns and Business Impact

November 21, 2024

Columbia’s Parking Changes: A New Era on the Streets Sunny Days Ahead, But What About Parking? On this beautiful day with sunny skies and a gentle breeze reaching up to...

Excitement Grows in Columbia as Scout Motors Unveils First Electric Vehicles and Promises Economic Boost

November 20, 2024

Columbia, South Carolina – Excitement Grows as Scout Motors Unveils New Electric Vehicles Columbia is buzzing with anticipation following the unveiling of Scout Motors’ first electric vehicles. On November 15,...

Columbia’s Chick-fil-A at 405 Killian Road Reopens with Exciting Updates!

November 20, 2024

Columbia’s Chicken Sandwich Haven Reopens! Hey there, Columbia! Exciting news for all you chicken sandwich lovers out there! The local Chick-fil-A at 405 Killian Road has finally reopened its doors...

Columbia Children’s Theatre Urgently Seeks Community Support Amid Financial Crisis

November 20, 2024

Columbia Children’s Theatre Faces Financial Crisis – Urgent Call for Community Support! Hey there, Columbia! We’ve got some bittersweet news coming out of our beloved Columbia Children’s Theatre (CCT). From...

Columbia Sees Support for Low-Income Students Amid Voucher Program Controversy

November 19, 2024

Columbia, South Carolina – Educational Voucher Program Supported by Donor Contributions In a recent turn of events, Columbia, South Carolina has become the focal point of an educational funding controversy...

Newberry County Police Officer Claims Bigfoot Sighting Near Columbia

November 19, 2024

Newberry County Police Officer Reports Bigfoot Sighting Newberry County, S.C. – A police officer in Newberry County has made an unusual claim: he believes he has spotted Bigfoot. This encounter...

TECH UPDATES

Lexington Schools Implement New Cell Phone Restrictions Amid Cyberbullying Concerns

November 2, 2024

Lexington Schools Tighten Grip on Cell Phone Use In a move that has stirred conversations around Lexington, school districts in the Midlands are gearing up to implement new restrictions on...

Exciting New Partnership in Columbia: Tech to Teach Program Launches!

October 28, 2024

Exciting New Partnership in Columbia: Tech to Teach Program Launches! Columbia, SC – Exciting news for students and aspiring educators! Columbia College has announced a brand new partnership called Tech...

Central Electric Power Cooperative Secures $500 Million for Renewable Energy Transition in Columbia, S.C.

October 26, 2024

Exciting News for Central Electric Power Cooperative in Columbia, S.C. Columbia, S.C. – Big changes are on the horizon for energy in the Midlands, and it couldn’t come at a...

Lumos Fiber Cleared to Resume Work in Irmo After Safety Enhancements

October 25, 2024

Exciting News for Internet Services in Irmo! Back to Business: Lumos Fiber Cleared to Resume Work In a move that many residents have been eagerly awaiting, Lumos Fiber has received...

Drone Drama in Columbia: Man Arrested for Smuggling Phones into Prison Using Drone

October 18, 2024

Drone Drama in Columbia: Man Caught Sneaking Phones into Prison Columbia, S.C. has recently become the center of an eyebrow-raising story involving a man accused of using a drone to...

Columbia, SC Launches New Civic Engagement Platform to Boost Community Involvement

October 10, 2024

Columbia, SC Welcomes Expanded Civic Engagement Platform In a delightful turn of events for the residents of Richland County, Columbia, SC is buzzing with excitement as Voterheads has recently expanded...

Attention Parents: TikTok Faces Legal Action in South Carolina Over Child Safety Concerns

October 9, 2024

Attention Parents: Lawsuits Against TikTok in Columbia, S.C. Columbia, S.C. – This week, social media platform TikTok finds itself in the crosshairs of legal scrutiny as South Carolina’s Attorney General,...

Drone Smuggling Attempt Thwarted at South Carolina Prison, Suspect Arrested

October 9, 2024

Drone Drama in Columbia: Man Arrested for Smuggling Into Prison Columbia, S.C. – In a bizarre turn of events that sounds like something straight out of a movie, a 46-year-old...

Cirba Solutions to Establish $200 Million Battery Recycling Facility in Columbia, Creating Hundreds of Jobs

September 24, 2024

Exciting News for Columbia: Cirba Solutions Set to Boost Battery Recycling Columbia is buzzing with excitement as Cirba Solutions, a prominent battery recycling materials and management company, just announced some...

SCIENCE

Columbia Appoints Myra Reece as First Director of South Carolina Department of Environmental Services

November 21, 2024

Columbia Welcomes New Leader for Environmental Services! Columbia, S.C. – Big news in the Palmetto State! Governor Henry McMaster has just appointed Myra Reece as the first-ever director of the...

Columbia Residents Renew Hope for V.C. Summer Nuclear Project Following Positive Condition Report

October 16, 2024

Columbia Residents Hope for Nuclear Project Revival after Report Finds Site in Great Shape Columbia, SC — Exciting news is making waves here in the capital city of South Carolina...

Stunning Northern Lights Dazzle South Carolina

October 12, 2024

Stunning Northern Lights Dazzle South Carolina Columbia, S.C. — On Thursday night, the skies above Columbia lit up in a breathtaking display as the northern lights, also known as auroras,...

Columbia, SC Residents Experience Rare Aurora Borealis Display in the Night Sky

October 11, 2024

Columbia, SC Witnesses Stunning Aurora Borealis A Night to Remember Columbia, SC, was buzzing with excitement as residents experienced a rare and breathtaking event – the Aurora Borealis, or Northern...

Columbia Secures $8.7 Million Grant to Boost Local Climate Initiatives

September 18, 2024

Columbia Welcomes Major Grant for Climate Initiatives This Monday morning, the city of Columbia, S.C. proudly hosted a significant event aimed at combating climate pollution in the Midlands area. U.S....

Columbia Celebrates a Passionate Educator: Joseph Bell Named Teacher of the Year

September 6, 2024

Columbia Celebrates a Passionate Educator: Joseph Bell Named Teacher of the Year In the vibrant city of Columbia, exciting news has taken the educational community by storm! Joseph Bell, an...

All Lexington Two Students to Receive Free School Breakfast and Lunch Next Year

July 2, 2024

All Lexington Two Students to Receive Free School Breakfast and Lunch Next Year Revolutionary Steps in the Fight Against Childhood Hunger All students enrolled in the Lexington Two school district...

New Principal Announced for Lexington’s New Bridge Academy

June 25, 2024

New Principal Announced for Lexington’s New Bridge Academy Residents of West Columbia, South Carolina can start looking forward to some strong new leadership at New Bridge Academy. The Lexington School...

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