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The state has plenty of gas, but distribution is slowed. Conserve gas and stay safe, but don't panic!
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We are heartbroken to confirm that one officer was killed and two wounded in the line of duty while responding to an assault/domestic disturbance tonight. We will be live-streaming a press conference on our SMPD Facebook page at 10:00 am tomorrow.
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Waiting to pay respects to fallen Officer Justin Putnam as comes back home to San Marcos.
#hero
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San Marcos Police have arrested Tyshane Thomas in connection to the multiple sexual assaults in San Marcos.
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We’re here, guys, we made it. CM Allen is now open to traffic. There may be some lane closures while crews finish marking the pavement, install landscaping, and cleanup through January, BUT the street is now open to traffic. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
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The City will be passing out water bottles at the San Marcos Activity Center, 501 E. Hopkins St., from 4:15 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. or while supplies last. Limit: one bag (20 bottles, 16 oz. each) per vehicle or party. Please take only what you need and be courteous to your neighbors.
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Welcome back!
Justin Mueller is back on the job only eight weeks after sustaining serious gunshot wounds in the line of duty. He’s excited to be back, and we’re excited to see his smiling face around the station. Thanks to everyone that sent well-wishes during his recovery.
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Today we honor the life of our very own Officer Kenneth Copeland, who dedicated 19 years to protecting the City of San Marcos with the San Marcos Police Department, and who one year ago today made the ultimate sacrifice in the line of duty.
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Photos from the scene of this morning's propane tank explosion.
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Officer Putnam’s vehicle will be parked at City Hall, 630 East Hopkins Street, near the police and firefighter statues along Hopkins Street. Members of the public may leave memorials for his family and SMPD around the vehicle.
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Franco Stewart is home! Officer Stewart was released from the physical rehab facility following gunshot wounds sustained in the line of duty. He was given a police escort past the San Marcos Police Department today for a grand reception from his SMPD family and City staff.
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San Marcos Police Officer and local hero Claudia Cormier came home from the hospital today!
#sanmarcosstrong
#bettertogether
#claudiastrong
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(1/4) With very heavy hearts, we have received word that fire investigators recovered three bodies this morning from the scene of the fire. At this time we do not have confirmation of victim names since identification will be done by the Travis County Medical Examiner’s office.
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Photos just in from a waterline break at Aquarena Springs Bridge. Avoid the area. Choose another route.
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We are asking EVERYONE to shelter in place for possible tornado. Please do not go to the second floor or attic. ALL of
#SMTX
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Temperatures and wind chill are expected in the 15-25 degree range Monday night/Tuesday morning with a possible brief window for rain/snow. Remember to bring your pets inside tomorrow night, cover or bring in your plants, and leave your faucets on a slow drip when you go to bed.
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We don't have it as bad as our Houston neighbors. Please keep them in your thoughts
#SMTXHarvey
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Guess who's back? That's right, Officer Claudia Cormier is here for her first day back at the office!
We're so excited to see her smiling face at the police station. Not only that, but it's also her birthday! Welcome back, Claudia, and happy birthday!
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Thank you
@Tito
’s Handmade Vodka for donating hand sanitizer to the San Marcos Police Department so we can continue to help our community.
#LoveTitos
#SMPD
#COVID
-19
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IN MEMORY: The roof lights downtown and on City Hall and other City buildings have been turned blue in memory of Officer Kenneth Copeland.
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ALERT: There was a tornado spotted at Hwy 21 and Hwy 80. Please stay indoors and take cover.
#SMTXFlood
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OFFICER KILLED IN THE LINE OF DUTY: San Marcos has lost one of its finest today. An police officer was shot and killed this afternoon while serving a warrant. His name is being withheld until next of kin are notified:
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Statewide ERCOT rolling power outages have begun. SMEU customers are broken into 5 groups across SM and each group should expect to experience periodic outages. Power has been returning in about an hour or less. To report power being off past an hour please call 512.393.8313.
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Yesterday a hero came home from the hospital! Officer Justin Mueller was released from Ascension Seton Hays yesterday after being treated for gunshot wounds sustained on April 18, and he received a full SMPD welcome.
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Following
@TxDoT
's lead- don't
#PokemonGo
and drive, and be aware when you're crossing the street.
#NoHandsNoHassle
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RIVER CLOSED TODAY: Fire suppression foam has made its way into the river. Please refrain from swimming in the water until further notice. Signs are being posted near affected areas.
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Effective today, the City of San Marcos lifted the boil water advisory for all City water customers as tests confirm our water is safe.
Visit for more on the call center, outages, plumbing permits, utility rates, and Customer Connect usage information.
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Police Incident Underway: Hunter Rd is currently closed from Reimer Ave to McCarty Rd for an in progress investigation. People in the area need to shelter in place and the public needs to avoid the area as the scene has not been made safe.
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40 years of service with the Fire Department. Yesterday, Fire Engineer Richard Howser celebrated the anniversary of his first day at the City of San Marcos Fire Department on July 14, 1980. What a milestone!
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We've got some talented folks in San Marcos! Local tattoo artist Morgan Haberle Egan has been hiring out to paint mailboxes in her neighborhood and beyond! Her floral illustrations have been brightening up the community!
Who else is staying creative while social distancing?
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Outage repairs = tall poles, high voltage & guts. They deserve thanks. They will keep working as long as it's safe.
#SMTXHarvey
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SHELTER AT CAPACITY: The San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter is at capacity and extending its $1 adoption special until the end of October to find as many pets loving homes as possible. To learn more, visit their Facebook page or call (512) 805-2650.
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Governor Greg Abbott announced today that all bars must close at 12 p.m. today. Rafting and tubing companies are also closed, and outdoor gatherings of 100 or more people must be approved by local governments.
Restaurants can remain open but scaled back to 50% capacity.
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We're glad someone else noticed! Rio Vista, William & Eleanor Crook Park, Stokes Park and Texas State University's Sewell Park were featured in a Houston Press article for being the some of the best swimming holes in Texas.
To read more visit
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Due to a rise in COVID-19 cases, the City of San Marcos will once again close river parks on Thursday, June 25 at 8 p.m. The dog park, the skate park, and natural areas will remain open.
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Hays County has a COVID-19 hotline; please use this number, 512.393.5525, for any questions about the virus rather than calling 9-1-1. We need to keep those lines free for emergencies. Thanks!
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SMPD is asking for your help to find three men involved in a home invasion that led to the death of a
@txst
student
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HONOR GUARD: Officer Kenneth Copeland's body will be escorted from the Travis County Medical Examiner's Office to Thomason Funeral Home this afternoon. The procession will leave Austin at about 3:30 p.m. and travel down IH-35 to Wonder World Drive, then on to RR 12.
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There will be no increase in rates. SMEU is a municipal utility owned by the City. Rates are set by City ordinances in coordination with the City budget process. But customer usage will likely be higher than normal due to the weather, which may result in higher bills this period.
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The San Marcos Police Department is on scene at The Retreat apartment complex investigating a home invasion/ sexual assault similar to the incident one week ago. Please avoid the area when commuting home.
We will release additional information as it is available.
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Yesterday was our Annual Float to Work Day! Check out the amazing time our city staff had celebrating alternative transportation methods.
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It's with heavy hearts that the City reports the first fatality of this flood event. No word on the man’s identity at this time
#SMTXflood
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(4/4) Our hearts go out to the family and friends of those affected by this tragedy. We ask that the community continues to show the love and support that they have demonstrated so far, and respect the privacy of the family members.
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After chasing down bad guys last week, K9 Officer Max gets some well-deserved pampering for his heroic work. Max’s handler, Corporal Reeder, tells us that Max is trained not to shake until he’s given permission and the shower curtain is drawn. Thanks for keeping us safe, Max!
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ALERT: The Mayor of San Marcos signed an Order to Prohibit any public or private community gathering of 50 persons or more anywhere within the City of San Marcos effective at 2 a.m. on Tuesday, Mar. 17 and continuing until May 11, 2020. Read more at:
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Congrats Texas State University! Forbes issued its list of top colleges in Texas and the Bobcats rank in the top 20!
http://t.co/SvqeoOyddk
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San Marcos Police Department have obtained an arrest warrant for murder for An-drew Stephen Jones (03/27/1996) of San Marcos for a shooting that occurred Friday, Apr. 5 at Uptown Square Apartments, 1354 Thorpe Ln.
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Congrats Miss Beautiful SMTX, Stacey Becza! She took home the crown in the pageant for women with disabilities.
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San Marcos Police Department investigates an apparent murder-suicide involving two Texas State students.
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We are sad to report that a fifth body has been recovered from the scene of the Iconic Village fire.
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@GSMPtweets
, state and city officials gathering with the business community for a roundtable discussion on economic issues with
@SenTedCruz
.
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USE ALTERNATE ROUTE: SM Fire & Police are on site at a structure fire at Iconic Village Apts. Please avoid the area around LBJ, Ramsay & Clark Streets. Six injured have been transported to area hospitals. Fire Dept is currently working the fire.
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REOPENING ANNOUNCEMENT: The City of San Marcos will reopen all public facilities, riverfront parks, neighborhood park playgrounds, athletic complexes, tennis and basketball courts on Wednesday, Sept. 16 at 8 a.m.
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With the recent storms and weather alerts, it is important to know the difference between a watch and a warning. We are using tacos to provide some perspective. Watch: It could happen. Warning: It's happening.
#WatchVsWarning
#WeatherAware
#Weather
#SafetyFirst
#StaySafe
#Tacos
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UPDATE 7:43 p.m.: SMPD reports that the area on Hunter Rd between Reimer & McCarty has been secured and there is no additional threat to the public. Please continue to avoid the area as the investigation continues.
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All lanes of I-35 are closed northbound and southbound between McCarty Lane and Wonder World Drive after an 18-wheeler pulled down a power line. Crews are aware and are working to remove the hazard from the roadway. At this time, it's not clear when the lanes of I-35 will reopen.
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POLICE INCIDENT: SMPD is responding to an incident on the 1200 block of Sadler Drive. Residents in the area should seek shelter immediately, and those traveling should avoid the area. We will update as more information comes in.
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CURFEW BEGINNING 5/24/15 at 9 p.m. and ending at 7 a.m. for San Marcos, Wimberley and Unincorporated Hays County.
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UPDATE: The VFW on Hunter Rd is filling potable water containers for people. They also have some food and the center is heated.
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Thank you to the Texas State University Bobcat Football Team for helping our staff remove heavy debris from along Willow Creek in Victory Gardens!
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Congrats to Olive Garden-San Marcos for cutting the ribbon today! It's also their Grand Opening today! Who's excited?
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Rio Vista Falls is now open!!! Most of the fencing will be removed from the area except for the work staging section and portions of the sidewalk that will be repaired in the coming week. For more information visit:
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800 CHESTNUT LANE: the San Marcos Fire Marshal is investigating a series of propane explosions in the area of 801 Chestnut Lane. There are no evacuation orders, however residents are advised to avoid windows and remain indoors.
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San Marcos Main Street has successfully secured a grant to help preserve the Historic First Baptist Church.
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The San Marcos Regional Animal Shelter is accepting pets of residents displaced by the fire at Iconic Village and Vintage Pads Apartments for temporary safekeeping.
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SEEK ALTERNATE ROUTE: San Marcos Police are responding to a train/auto collision near intersection of S. Guadalupe St. and MLK Dr. Multiple intersections are closed. Please avoid the area, including northbound LBJ, when traveling to and from the downtown area.
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Due to inclement weather tomorrow,
#nationalcorndogday
has been moved to Sunday, March 22. Same time, same place! See you all there!
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UPDATE: The San Marcos Activity Center, 501 E. Hopkins, has been established as a shelter for people displaced by the fire at Iconic Village Apartments and Vintage Pads Apartments. Central Texas Medical Center is providing meals, and the Red Cross is on site.
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FLASH FLOOD WARNING: The National Weather Service has issued a Flash Flood Warning for Hays County including San Marcos until 10:15 a.m. Please limit travel until the warning has expired and avoid low water crossing. Stay safe, everyone!
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SPOTTED: City Crews sported pink hard hats yesterday in recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month.
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Effective today, February 17, 2021, the City of San Marcos is issuing a boil water advisory for all City of San Marcos water customers due to water pressure dropping within the distribution system. Additional info can be found at .
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Many of you have asked us where donations of furniture, toiletries or other household goods. The First Baptist NBC is accepting donations at 420 S. Mitchell St. from Tuesday, July 24, until Friday, July 27, 8 a.m.-11 a.m. and 12 p.m.-6 p.m.
Thank you so much for your generosity
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Take a look at this road damage at Timbercrest and N. LBJ in San Marcos. Please be sure to avoid this area.
#SMTXHarvey
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Update 1:00 p.m. Keith Louis III was arrested today just before noon in Austin, TX.
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The U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds will be flying in the San Marcos area tomorrow afternoon as part of their salute to health care and other frontline workers during the COVID-19 pandemic. They will begin tomorrow afternoon in San Antonio before making their way north to Austin.
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Tonight, the City of San Marcos will illuminate the Library, Activity Center, and City Hall in red and gold lights in remembrance of George Floyd. Mr. Floyd was a graduate of Jack Yates High School, and its colors are crimson and gold.
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Following today’s announcement of first presumptive positive COVID-19 case in Hays County, the City of San Marcos and Hays County are planning to declare a state of disaster and will be holding a joint press conference at 10 a.m. on Sunday, Mar. 15: .
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Curfew now in effect until 7 a.m. in areas of Hays County affected by the floods, including San Marcos and Wimberley.
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The individuals are:
James Miranda
Haley Frizzell
Belinda Moats
David Ortiz
Dru Estes.
We have notified the families of these individuals of the ongoing search. If you have any information, do not hesitate to contact us. (2/2)
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The
#SMTX
and Hays County 🚨 Emergency Operation Center is active and monitoring the
#SMTXHarvey
situation.
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Thank you
@Sand_Socks
for donating 300 reusable masks to the San Marcos Police Department! This ensures that every member of SMPD can have two masks, and can protect themselves and others from the spread of COVID-19 when they are interacting with the public.
You rock!
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VERY SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT: We are asking all citizens of San Marcos to come together to find a very special missing object. This is Naomi and her stuffed tiger, Abba.
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Happy Indigenous People's Day! Our Mayor Pro Tem read a proclamation making it official this morning in San Marcos.
#indigenouspeoplesday
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TODAY'S COVID TEST UPDATE: Due to high response at Bonham today, anyone without an Appt is asked to park and walk to the Walk-Up lane for assistance. Remember to wear a mask and bring water. Note 4 additional testing days planned this week where appts will also be accepted.
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A Heat Advisory is in effect 1-8 PM. High temps and humidity will make it feel like nearly 110 degrees. Drink plenty of fluids, wear light-colored, loose fitting clothing, stay out of the sun and in the air-conditioning, and know the signs of heat-related illnesses.
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MISSING PERSON: San Marcos, please be on the lookout for Sandra Etheridge, 76 years old, last seen on Cheatham Street near LBJ. Sandra has been diagnosed with dementia and her family is searching for her .
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Our hearts are with our fellow Texans in El Paso during this difficult and tragic time.
#strongertogether
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Curfew again tonight! This time from 9 p - 6 a. This is just for your safety, especially in damaged areas.
#SMTXFlood
#HaysFlood
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The beautiful mural just outside The Marc has been completed! Members of the public, city council and the Arts Commission gathered downtown on Saturday, August 11, to celebrate the mural and artists.
We are proud of the colorful representation of our city's history!
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Congratulations to Rhea's Ice Cream - SMTX for winning the Downtown San Marcos Partner of the Month Award! This local shop has been supplying San Marcos with delicious and unique ice cream flavors for 10 years.
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POLICE ALERT: San Marcos Police are ordering a limited evacuation on Smith and Sherbarb Streets as they work an active crime scene. AVOID THE AREA. If you are on those streets already, stay calm and wait for police instruction.
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TDEM is offering free COVID-19 testing in San Marcos on Sunday, June 14, and Saturday, June 20. No registration required, but if you'd like to pre-register, call 512.883.2400 or visit . Available for drive-thru and walk-up.
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