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midlothian luxury report neighborhood

address

sq ft

sold price

price/sq ft

closing date

dom

Newmarket

15530 Willowmore Dr

3,823

$640,000

$167

05/22/19

25

Hallsley

1431 Ascot Hill Ter

3,218

$646,910

$201

05/17/19

109

Rountrey

3737 Graythorne Dr

3,683

$650,000

$176

05/21/19

46

Robious Forest

3407 Robious Forest Way

5,467

$660,000

$120

05/28/19

8

Hallsley

16031 Old Castle Rd

3,650

$662,000

$181

05/16/19

79

Newmarket

2249 Apperly Ter

2,915

$670,357

$229

05/01/19

4

Tarrington

3660 Caddington Ter

3,041

$705,000

$231

05/22/19

0

Rosemont

2412 Lastingham Dr

4,657

$726,000

$155

04/30/19

21

Tarrington

13106 Handley Ct

5,001

$735,000

$146

05/24/19

139

Founders Bridge

2642 Mulberry Row Rd

4,466

$750,000

$168

05/10/19

30

Tarrington

13507 Kelham Rd

5,179

$750,000

$144

05/01/19

16

Tarrington

13142 Sodbury Dr

5,618

$817,500

$145

04/30/19

10

Hallsley

16513 Massey Hope St

4,751

$876,000

$184

05/20/19

40

Founders Bridge

14825 Michaux Valley CT

6,100

$885,000

$145

05/09/19

10

Reeds Landing

3808 Solebury Pl

7,084

$920,000

$129

05/10/19

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*This data was provided by CVR MLS **Top 15 sales in the Midlothian and James River High School Districts in the last 30 days (as of 5/31/19) For a more in depth analysis of our local market, please call us at 804.372.8787 or sales@theyeatmangroup.com.

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Summer Fun

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SUMMERTIME IS A MAGICAL SEASON. The kids are out of school, the sunshine seems never-ending and there's no shortage of adventures that await. For many, summer evokes fond memories of childhood—sleepaway camp, family vacations and swimming until your fingers were shriveled like prunes.

In this issue of Midlothian Lifestyle, we share with you ways to kick back and enjoy summer to its fullest. From festivals in our own backyard to thrilling reads that will make you not want to leave your beach chair, you are going to never want summer to end.

Of course, we cannot forget all the wonderful flavors of summer! You will definitely be craving watermelon when you finish reading this issue—the recipes shared from the Midlothian favorite, Toast, will help satisfy those cravings in a unique way.

With so much to see and do this month, we only scratched the surface of what Midlothian has to offer—but we hope this issue gets you off to a good start!

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JULY 2019

FEATURES 16 It’s Electric A New Era of Electric is Here: Meet the Audi E-Tron

18 Flavors of Summer Grilling with a Twist

20 Sounds of Summer Sweet Fruit and Summer Festivals

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26 Must-Have Beach Reads Grab Up These Hot, Newly Released Novels from Virginia Authors

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DEPARTMENTS 6

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Driver’s Notebook

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Culinary Creations

20 Back Stage 26 Page Turners 28 DIY 32 Lifestyle Calendar 34 Local’s Choice

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National Charity League, Inc. — Midlothian Chapter Mother-Daughter Tea The Midlothian chapter of NCL, Inc. held its second annual mother-daughter tea April 28 at Independence Golf Club. This tradition celebrates the mother and daughter bond while recognizing their tremendous charitable contributions. NCL, Inc. is dedicated to its mission of fostering mother-daughter relationships in a philanthropic organization committed to community service, leadership development and cultural experiences.

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walk on art CHICKEN FIESTA TO OPEN ITS FIFTH LOCATION IN MIDLOTHIAN Chicken Fiesta, the extremely popular Tex-Mex grill known for its rotisserie chicken, will open its fifth location in the shuttered Pizza Hut at 13350 Midlothian Turnpike,

featuring

the

first

drive-through for the growing chain. It will employee approximately 30 people.

Owner Harold Vega says, “Part of the appeal is that the western part of Midlothian is booming, and we have a big current customer base there as well. Opening a location in this part of Midlothian only makes sense.” Vega says this location will open in the fall of 2019.

IMPORTER OF HANDMADE ORIENTAL RUGS THOUSANDS OF RUGS IN STOCK OF ALL SIZES

CLOSET FACTORY CELEBRATES 20 YEARS

BY GIVING BACK Closet Factory, family owned

9944 MIDLOTHIAN TNPK., RICHMOND 804.323.5540 We Make House Calls

Locally Owned and Operated For 49 Years

and operated by Bryan and Teresa Mueller, celebrated 20 years of serving

Richmond

earlier

this

year. In April 2019, the Mueller's announced

their

team

would

raise $20,000 for Bon Secours 14

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Pediatrics in celebration of this milestone. The event, celebrated May 9, was a great success with 200-plus people in attendance. With an event auction, generous donations and Closet Factory's company pledge, they exceeded their $20,000 goal. Closet Factory has excitedly raised over $28,000 for Bon Secours Pediatrics thus far.

THE APPLIANCE PLACE OPENS NEW MIDLOTHIAN LOCATION Family owned and operated since 1979, The Appliance Place has built its business within the appliance industry by focusing on the importance of the installation and service to its customers.

Co-owner Justin Willis says, "If we can't install it and service it, we have no business selling it."

If you are remodeling your existing kitchen, building a new home, or replacing an appliance, The Appliance Place is your one-stop shopping experience.

The Appliance Place's newest showroom is located at 210 Heaths Way Road, in Midlothian.

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We are always accepting submissions for announcements you’d like to see included in our Around Town section. Submissions are accepted via the Contact Us tab at MidlothianLifestyle.com July 2019 | Midlothian Lifestyle

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DRIVER’S NOTEBOOK

It' s Electr i c A NEW ERA OF ELECTRIC IS HERE. MEET THE AUDI E-TRON

IT'S THE 21ST CENTURY, YET WE'RE STILL USING ENGINE TECHNOLOGY FROM A CENTURY AGO. I won't lie, I am a lover of a good exhaust note from an automobile; however times are changing, and the electric car industry is making a name for itself in this modern era. With companies such as Tesla leading the board, many have asked, who will bring competition to the table? That question has been answered by a manufacturer known for its fantastic handling abilities in snow. The word quattro may ring a bell—and with that being said—Audi has entered the electric car game with the all-new Audi e-tron.

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As with reviewing any new car, I am always skeptical to a degree as they tend to butter a consumer's biscuits more than what the vehicle is capable of. However, Audi has yet to disappoint, and once again they have impressed me with their 100% electric SUV. The e-tron is not only state of the art with its electric-only basis, but the features are something to talk about as well. We're talking about an electric SUV that can tow over 4,000 lbs and not deplete its batteries. I would have never thought that day would come.

That is just the beginning. One would think the range for an SUV would be minimal versus a car. However, the e-tron excels in the range game. With over a 160-mile range on a fully charged battery, and wait for it …thirty minute charge time. Yes, you heard me right, thirty minutes with the Audi 150kw public speed charge system. This is a real game-changer in the electric car industry—all thanks to Audi.

The all-new e-tron is a cool yet practical electric SUV. Something I thought I would never say. It's luxurious and comes with Audi’s signature quattro, all-wheel drive. It is an SUV that can appease a family or the businessperson that wants to be more eco-friendly on their commute to work. The e-tron is my first choice for an electric SUV. In the game of chess, it's your move

w h at i t h a s

Tesla, Audi is playing this one well, really well.

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IN FOR A SHOCK This electric car is equipped with Audi DNA including quattro technology, towing capacity of 4,000 pounds, 0-60 mph in 5.5 seconds and technology built in from every angle.

HELLO, ALEXA The Audi e-tron has in-car Amazon Alexa integration. Access Alexa-enabled devices, Amazon music and more while on the go.

THE PERKS Check out options for Federal or state tax credits and incentives for going electric.

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CULINARY CREATIONS

FLAVORS OF SUMMER

directions Season slices of pineapple with a

ARTICLE JESSICA BUFFORD

pinch of salt and pepper on both

PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED

sides. Place pineapple on a hot grill, approximately five minutes

GRILLING WITH A TWIST

on each side. Dice the grilled pineapple and mix all ingredients until

OWNER

AND

MIDLOTHIAN

OPERATOR

HOT

SPOT

OF

well incorporated. Season with

TOAST,

additional salt and pepper to taste.

JESSICA BUFFORD, TURNS UP THE

Chill for one hour before serving.

HEAT THIS SUMMER WITH HER UNIQUE USE OF THE GRILL. She has taken two favorite summer fruits—pineapple and watermelon—and cooked them on the heat of the grill to bring out the flavor and juices in a way we don’t usually experience.

Grilled pineapple fruit salsa

GRILLED PINEAPPLE FRUIT SALSA

ingredients

1 pineapple, skin removed, cored, long, thin slices

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1 watermelon (seedless), rind removed, small dice

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3 jalapeños, seeds removed, fine dice

1/2 cup cilantro, minced

1/2 cup mint, minced

1/4 cup lime juice

1/8 cup orange juice

1 red onion, fine dice

ingredients

1 seedless watermelon, half of it in slices, rind removed

4 slices fresh mozzarella cheese, sliced (or substitute feta)

1/4 cup grilled pineapple fruit salsa

1/2 tablespoon extra-virgin olive oil

2 cups arugula

balsamic vinegar

GRILLED WATERMELON CAPRESE directions Cut watermelon slices into desired shape and size. Season with salt and pepper. Place on hot grill for 4 minutes on each side. Lay slices of fresh mozzarella on your plate. Toss arugula with EVOO and a pinch of salt and pepper. Plate arugula next to the mozzarella. Layer grilled watermelon on top of the mozzarella and top with fruit salsa. Drizzle with balsamic vinegar and garnish with fresh mint.

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SOUNDS OF SUMMER

BACK STAGE

SWEET FRUIT AND SUMMER FESTIVALS

ARTICLE STEPHANIE HOWER | PHOTOGRAPHY PROVIDED BY THREE ONE ONE PRODUCTIONS

WHILE

SUMMER

SWELTERS,

THREE

ONE

ONE

group,” recalls Mike Murphy, managing partner at Three One One.

PRODUCTIONS PRESENTS A LINEUP OF EVENTS COOL

“She had hired the band 311 to perform at the fair, and my radio

ENOUGH TO BEAT THE HEAT. Patrons will enjoy evening soi-

station group was the media sponsor.” On the day of the show,

rees, live music and a festival centered around one of the sea-

Mike arrived with a huge banner to hang behind the stage—two

son’s juiciest treats—all with free admission and local flair.

hours late. “I told Micki what we were going to do, and in no

Hosting upwards of 30 events each year, Three One One has made entertainment its trade and supporting the community

uncertain terms, she went up one side of me and down the other, and the answer was no.”

its mission. Founded by Micki Long, who now serves as CEO,

Needless to say, after their first encounter, eyebrows

it all started with a single client and contract and a somewhat

were raised when Micki came to work for Mike’s radio group.

contentious alliance.

“Micki and I didn’t start off with a good relationship at all,”

“Micki was the entertainment director for the State Fair of

explains Mike. “It was contentious…I said to my boss ‘Anyone

Virginia, and I was the corporate program director for a local radio

but her!’” They both laugh about it now. Once the pair began

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Micki and Mike

working events together, they quickly realized they made a

The manager’s response was almost as adamant as Micki’s

formidable team.

answer to hanging the banner from years before. “She said,

“Fast forward to late 2005,” Mike continues. “Micki left the radio group and hung out her own shingle, without a name…with

‘Don’t do it, or I’ll sue you!’ That was why we started spelling out the numbers…to avoid a lawsuit,” he chuckles.

one contract and one client.” Unhappy with his then position in

Three One One now hosts and plans events in an array of

Baltimore, Mike returned to Richmond and met Micki for a fate-

shapes and sizes, including corporate meetings, conferences,

ful lunch. “We decided to start Three One One Productions,” he

festivals, mall openings and concerts.

says. The company name pays homage to the band who initially caused their memorable first encounter.

“I knew the manager of the band, from my radio connections,” says Mike, “ so I called her and asked, ‘Hey, we are starting this production company and want to call it 3-1-1, with the numbers.’”

“Anything from 10 people to 120,000 people,” says Mike. “Our footprint is the mid-Atlantic…but most of our work is in Virginia.”

“We are very festival-driven people in Virginia,” adds Micki.

“People love to have a beer in the street when it’s closed,” confirms Mike. “It’s the craziest thing ever. We love it!”

CONTINUED >

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BACK STAGE

(CON TI N U ED)

The very first contract they started

Project Local is an organization formed

with in 2005 was an event called

to help a variety of small, locally operated

Shamrock the Block, of which they are

charitable organizations, who may not

now the property rights owners. They

have the ability to garner widespread

own the rights to several other major

exposure, through fundraising and event

events, such as Jam Sandwich in June

proceeds. Micki joined the board in 2015.

and Pumpkin Fest in the fall. Overall,

Three One One now contributes certain

their operation has grown tremen-

event proceeds to Project Local, fostering

dously, providing year round entertain-

the spirit of community which is a main-

ment to Richmond and the surrounding

stay of their vision.

areas. Both Mike and Micki feel strongly about supporting their community.

“We wanted to get involved with a charity that kept things really local,”

“We like to focus and support local

recounts Mike, “as part of Three One

music because Richmond has a pretty

One’s commitment to Richmond. That

good food and music scene, and there

way we can keep the money here.”

are a lot of artists who just don’t get the

From talent to vendors to event

opportunity to perform or get noticed,”

attendees, the heart of Three One One’s

Mike says. “We have been pretty

business is centered in Richmond and

fortunate…and

captures the spirit of the community

that’s

why

Project Local.”

we

use

Mike and Micki call home.

Shamrock the Block

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the events

LIBBIE MILL-MIDTOWN POP-UP SUPPER CLUB ON THE LAKE

When: Every third Thursday of the month

During the summer months through October, Three One One presents the Pop-Up Supper Club, a fine dining experience set upon the beautiful new waterfront within Libbie Mill-Midtown. No admission is necessary. Patrons purchase their food from an assortment of high-end food trucks and have access to a featured cocktail as well as beer and wine selections for sale. The proceeds from these sales benefit Project Local. Live music is performed throughout the course of the evening.

FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS AT THE LIBBIE MILL-MIDTOWN

When: July 4, 6-10 p.m.

The second annual Fourth of July celebration at Libbie Mill-Midtown. Enjoy music, food, drinks, kids activities, games, bounce houses and more! End the night with a bang watching the fireworks show over the lake. Free to attend, and guests of all ages are welcome.

CARYTOWN WATERMELON FESTIVAL

When: Sunday, Aug. 11

This is the event of the season. Previous years have seen crowds with more than 120,000 people, making it the largest one-day festival in the area. A section of streets will be closed in Carytown, making room for more than 100 vendors, six stages and tons of watermelon-themed fun. Two 18-wheelers filled with watermelon, courtesy of Publix, are brought to the festival; proceeds from the sale of the watermelon are donated to Shriner’s Children’s Hospital. Enjoy live music performed by local musicians throughout the day, great food and an assortment of beer and wine.

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MUST-HAVE BEACH READS GRAB THESE HOT, NEWLY RELEASED NOVELS FROM VIRGINIA AUTHORS

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THE GIFTED SCHOOL + BRUCE HOLSINGER (RELEASING JULY 2, 2019)

THE SUBSTITUTION ORDER + MARTIN CLARK (RELEASING JULY 9, 2019)

Charlottesville resident and University of Virginia professor,

Author Martin Clark draws on his nearly thirty years of expe-

Bruce Holsinger, delivers an addictively voyeuristic look at the

rience as a (now retired) Virginia circuit court judge to create a

lengths ambitious parents will go for their children when a new

meticulously plotted novel full of legal traps and tricks that will have

gifted school opens in their community. Four young couples who

you rooting for its underdog main character while wondering how

have happily raised their families together for over a decade while

he will outsmart everyone conspiring against him. After being dis-

striving to balance careers, parenthood and marriage, find that

barred and separating from his wife, Kevin Moore trades in his suits

trying to secure a coveted spot for their children in the new school

and legal pads for an apron and a hairnet—to work at SUBstitution

becomes one pressure too many. Cracks begin to form, relation-

sandwich shop. His days are mind-numbingly full of preparing

ships become strained and past problems resurface between

complicated phone orders for nearby factory staff and dealing with

friends, spouses and siblings. As parents pit their children against

problematic locals. Determined to set his life right by quietly pass-

each other in their aggressive pursuit of prestige, the previously

ing his days working at SUBstitution, Kevin initially refuses a mys-

close-knit community begins to unravel, with simmering resent-

terious man’s proposition to profit off a multimillion-dollar scam

ments finally boiling over and long-held secrets destroying families

built around Kevin’s own disbarment. Days later, Kevin realizes

and friendships. Told from multiple perspectives (child and adult)

the proposition wasn’t actually an option but a threat. Armed with

and peppered with vlog entries, texts and standardized testing

his legal savvy, a twenty-year-old computer-whiz coworker and a

questions, this addictive and darkly entertaining novel captures a

rambunctious rescue puppy, Kevin fights to clear his name, retali-

fictional community’s obsession with achievement. However, in the

ate against an onslaught of blackmail and stay out of prison while

age of debates around public, private, and charter schools, and in

attempting to expose a crew of high-powered con artists. Cleverly

light of the recent college bribery scandals, The Gifted School also

written and packed with frustrating legal loopholes and court

stands as a timely social commentary on privilege, meritocracy,

system roadblocks, The Substitution Order is a whip-smart page-

race, class, elitism and ethical standards in modern America.

turner that will keep readers on the edge of their seats.

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ADULT- AND KID-FRIENDLY NATURAL BUG REPELLENTS FROM A BEAUTIFUL MESS

A D U LT (AGE 15 AND OVER) WHAT YOU NEED: + 10 drops lemon essential oil + 10 drops lemongrass essential oil + 8 drops lavender essential oil + 8 drops eucalyptus essential oil + 1 ½ ounces distilled water (minus 1 teaspoon to make room for the essential oils in the bottle) + ½ ounce 95% proof grain alcohol*

WHAT YOU DO: In a 2-ounce spray bottle, add the grain alcohol (or Solubol) and drop in essential oils. Swirl to combine. Place the cap back on the bottle. Allow the oils to disperse in the alcohol for about 1 hour, then add distilled water, swirling again to combine. *The grain alcohol is used as a preservative as well as a carrier for the oils, but you can also use a product like this instead of grain alcohol at a 1:4 ratio (1 drop essential oil to 4 drops Solubol) if you’d rather and then just fill the rest with water to fill the 2-ounce spray bottle.

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WHAT YOU NEED:

WHAT YOU DO:

+ 4 drops lavender essential oil

In a 2-ounce spray bottle, add the grain alcohol (or Solubol) and drop

+ 1 ½ ounces distilled water

+ 10 drops lemon essential oil + 10 drops lemongrass essential oil

in essential oils. Swirl to combine. Place the cap back on the bottle. Allow the oils to disperse in the alcohol for about 1 hour, then add distilled water, swirling again to combine.

(minus 1 teaspoon to make room for the essential oils in the bottle) + ½ ounce 95% proof grain alcohol*

*The grain alcohol is used as a preservative as well as a carrier for the oils, but you can also use a product like this instead of grain alcohol at a 1:4 ratio (1 drop essential oil to 4 drops Solubol) if you’d rather and then just fill the rest with water to fill the 2-ounce spray bottle.

IF YOU WANT TO PRINT SOME LABELS FOR YOUR BUG SPRAY, JUST DOWNLOAD SOME FROM A BEAUTIFUL MESS AND PRINT ONTO STICKER PAPER! Find more DIYs at ABeautifulMess.com and shop these essential oils and more at OuiFresh.com.

While there can be concern about citrus oils on the skin when exposed to sunlight, lemongrass isn’t a photosensitive oil, and if lemon essential oil is steam-distilled rather than cold-pressed (Oui Fresh essential oils are cold-pressed) it can be used on the skin. So just make sure to note which one your lemon oil is and only spray on clothes if you don’t have a skin-safe lemon oil (which is an application method a lot of people prefer anyway if they are more sensitive to oils).

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EASTERN LEAGUE ALL-STAR WEEK Throughout Richmond

All-Star Week presented by Genworth begins with a warm welcome at Brown's Island with Mayor Stoney. The Richmond community and the Flying Squirrels welcome the 2019 Eastern

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show video clips from her shows in a

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League All-Stars, baseball dignitaries,

The original Jersey boy himself,

guests and fans for this kickoff event

Frankie Valli is a true American leg-

featuring live music, entertainment

end. His incredible career with the

and food. Events throughout the

Four Seasons, as well as his solo

week include Country Music Jam,

success, has spawned countless hit

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singles. With unforgettable tunes like

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and the All-Star game.

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The Smoke and Vine Festival—spon-

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sored by Johnson's Charities—is

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Killer Queen is the longest established

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home, James River Cellars Winery,

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with more wine and cigar options,

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Association. Entrance is free, appe-

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