The Big Red Barn Retreat announces Mitch Ray as new Executive Director
June 2, 2025
The Big Red Barn Retreat (BRBR) announced the appointment of Mitch Ray as its new Executive Director, effective June 2, 2025. With over 15 years of leadership experience and a profound personal connection to the military and first responder community, Mitch brings unparalleled passion and expertise to advance the BRBR’s mission of supporting heroes through…
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Ezekiel Ministries appoints new Executive Director to lead next chapter of growth and impact
June 2, 2025
Ezekiel Ministries, a faith-based nonprofit dedicated to mentoring youth in the Midlands, announced the appointment of Christian Markle as its new Executive Director, effective June 9. Founded in 2009, Ezekiel Ministries partners with local churches to recruit Christian mentors who make long-term investments in children’s lives. Through after-school programs, one-to-one community-based mentoring, the organization aims…
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SC Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities Gala raises over $250,000 to support Thrive25 Initiative
June 2, 2025
The South Carolina Governor’s School for the Arts and Humanities celebrated 25 years of transformative arts education at its milestone 25th Anniversary Gala, held Saturday, April 26, 2025, at the historic Westin Poinsett in downtown Greenville. The event raised over $250,000 to support Thrive25, the Governor’s School Foundation’s bold initiative to expand access and eliminate…
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Attorney General Alan Wilson asks Congress to pass concealed carry reciprocity resolution
June 1, 2025
Attorney General Alan Wilson joined a multi-state effort to encourage the U.S. House of Representatives to pass the Constitutional Concealed Carry Reciprocity Act and create a framework for lawful concealed carry across state lines. In a letter sent to House leadership about H.R. 38, Attorney General Wilson and other state attorneys general emphasized that broad…
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Wallaby, the Soldier We Never Expected
May 29, 2025
By Jeff Becraft Years ago, I was at a friend’s wedding in Virginia Beach and one of the friends who was also at the wedding was telling me about a guy we called Wallaby. He said to me, “Did you know that Wallaby is in the army?” And I was like, “Wallaby is in…
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Man Will Always Wage War
May 29, 2025
By Tom Poland Cynicism Sometimes Is Backed By Reality I remember the Vietnam anti-war protests at the University of Georgia. Some group firebombed the Army ROTC building and I recall four protestors walking abreast holding a “Stop War Now” banner. “Stop war now” chanted the throng behind them. They might as well have tried…
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Will Johnson named SCEDA’s 2025 Ally of the Year
May 29, 2025
The South Carolina Economic Developers’ Association (SCEDA) has named Will Johnson, a shareholder at Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A., as its 2025 Ally of the Year. The Ally of the Year Award recognizes a private-sector professional who has gone above and beyond in supporting economic development initiatives at the local, regional and state levels across South…
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Midlands Technical College Vice President elected to regional office
May 29, 2025
Midlands Technical College Vice President for Business Affairs Debbie M. Walker has been elected president of the Southern Association of College and University Business Officers (SACUBO). Her one-year term starts on June 1, 2025. Walker has been with Midlands Technical College since 1996. For the last decade, she has led the division of Business Affairs…
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Moore Bradley Myers names two new partners
May 29, 2025
Moore Bradley Myers names two as firm partners: Sierra Carini Hartley and Emily E. Collins. Sierra Carini Hartley practices in the areas of Insurance Defense, Medical Malpractice Defense, Civil Litigation and Personal Injury. Sierra is a 2015 graduate of the University of Alabama and a 2018 graduate of the University of South Carolina School of Law. While in law school, she was…
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Colliers Report: Columbia Retail Market Q1 2025
May 29, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Outward expansion driving grocery-anchored construction Market Highlights The Columbia retail market remains tight even as declining consumer confidence suppressed new leasing drastically, particularly among national tenants. Sales volume remained steady as investors continue to pursue retail options in a low-vacancy environment, though high financing costs are slowing capital deployment.…
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Free lecture on the Battle of Bunker Hill, 250 years later
May 29, 2025
There were more Revolutionary War battles fought in South Carolina than anywhere else, but we have to admit that there were SOME significant fights elsewhere. And the 250th anniversary of one of them is coming up on June 17. Four days before that, Joe Long, curator of education at the South Carolina Confederate Relic Room…
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Denmark Tech instructor named Faculty of the Year by South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners
May 28, 2025
Denmark Technical College public speaking instructor Shannon Sims-McAlister has been named the 2025 Faculty of the Year by the South Carolina Association of Technical College Commissioners. The annual award honors one faculty member from the state’s 16 technical colleges who demonstrates outstanding teaching, commitment to student success and meaningful contributions to the college and surrounding community. Candidates are nominated…
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City of Columbia honored 17 youth-led groups as Bloomberg Youth Climate Action Fund recipients
May 28, 2025On Thursday, May 22, 2025, the City of Columbia honored 17 youth-led groups as Bloomberg Youth Climate Action Fund recipients with an orientation session held at the Busby Street Community Center. This orientation introduced the second round of grants sponsored by Bloomberg Philanthropies, aimed at engaging youth ages 15–24 in climate change mitigation. A total…
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A. Clifton Myles, Ph.D. named interim president of Denmark Technical College
May 28, 2025
Denmark Technical College announced the appointment of Dr. A. Clifton Myles as interim president on Friday, effective July 1, 2025. A nationally respected leader with over 32 years of experience in public and higher education, Myles currently serves as the college’s provost and executive vice president for administration and innovation, as well as chief strategy…
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Five Points Nails and Spa celebrates grand opening
May 28, 2025
Mayor Rickenmann, City Officials, and Local Leaders to Attend Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony The City of Columbia is set to welcome a fresh addition to the local business community with the grand opening of Five Points Nails and Spa on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. The new salon, located at 2001 Devine Street, will host…
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State Museum welcomes Dr. Jeffrey L. Brodie as Chief Engagement and Content Officer
May 28, 2025
Dr. Brodie brings more than three decades of experience to the State Museum. The South Carolina State Museum welcomed Jeffrey L. Brodie, Ph.D., as its new Chief Engagement and Content Officer this summer. Dr. Brodie brings over 30 years of leadership experience from the Smithsonian Institution and the Heinz History Center in Pittsburgh. In this…
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City of Columbia and EMS CLOSET launch “On the Right Foot” clothing drive to support Midlands students
May 28, 2025
Community Urged to Donate New Clothing and Supplies for Local Youth in Need The City of Columbia Mayor’s Office has teamed up with EMS CLOSET to launch the annual “On the Right Foot: Back-to-School Clothing Drive”, a community-wide initiative designed to provide essential items for 400 students in Richland School Districts One and Two ahead…
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Blythewood High School’s Debbie Sweat named Youth Financial Educator of the Year by Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union
May 28, 2025
Award presented during Teacher Appreciation Night at Columbia Fireflies baseball game Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union has named Debbie Sweat of Blythewood High School the 2025 Youth Financial Educator of the Year. She received the honor — and a $1,000 cash prize — during Teacher Appreciation Night at the Columbia Fireflies baseball game on Sunday, May…
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United Way of Kershaw County honors three local leaders for lifelong service and impact
May 28, 2025
United Way of Kershaw County recognized three remarkable individuals whose dedication, compassion, and tireless community service have left a lasting mark on our region. During its recent Volunteer Appreciation Lunch, the organization celebrated the extraordinary contributions of Jamie and Frances Guy, Dr. Cindy Dieringer, and Ann Davis—each honored with prestigious awards that reflect a legacy…
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Richland One has highest-ever number of students earn Seal of Biliteracy
May 28, 2025
Dreher Senior Earns Most Seals in Recent History Again this school year, Richland One has broken the district’s previous record for the most students who earned the South Carolina Seal of Biliteracy. The Seal of Biliteracy recognizes students who have achieved a certain level of proficiency in English and at least one additional world language…
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Save the Date for the 2025 Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence
May 28, 2025
The 2025 Mayor’s Walk Against Domestic Violence will be held on Saturday, October 25, 2025 at Page Ellington Park, 2220 Gregg St, Columbia, SC 29201. October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month and for the 19th year, participants are asked to show their support by joining the City walk to bring awareness of the abuse and violence that…
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AnMed Foundation receives $52,000 grant from Power:Ed to strengthen and diversify medical workforce talent
May 28, 2025
The AnMed Foundation has been awarded a $52,000 grant from Power:Ed, the philanthropy of SC Student Loan Corporation, to support the Upstate’s Pre-Med Bootcamp program. Twenty-four college upper classmen recently experienced medical school for two weeks at a bootcamp, offered jointly by the MUSC AnMed Clinical Campus, Anderson University, AnMed and Upstate AHEC. The experience…
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Entrepreneur Minute – Kim Smith, Health Evolve Technologies
May 28, 2025
The Who’s on the Move, Entrepreneur Minute is an interview in support of the undeniable impact that entrepreneurs have on our communities. In this series you will see a diverse group of entrepreneurs, including some incredible innovators from the non profit world. We would like to thank our sponsors of this video series: NP Strategy First…
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Luke Carter joins United Way of Florence County Board of Directors
May 28, 2025
Haynsworth Sinkler Boyd, P.A. associate Luke Carter has been appointed to the United Way of Florence County Board of Directors. The United Way of Florence County funds 30 programs through 22 local nonprofits that provide services in education, health and financial stability throughout Florence County. The organization’s mission is to positively impact community needs by…
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State Treasurer Curtis Loftis recognizes Sharon Fleming of Lonnie B. Nelson Elementary as Educator of the Month
May 28, 2025
South Carolina Treasurer Curtis Loftis has recognized Dr. Sharon Fleming of Richland Two School District’s Lonnie B. Nelson Elementary School as the South Carolina Financial Literacy Master Teacher Program’s Educator of the Month for May. “I applaud the passion and tenacity which Dr. Sharon Fleming brings to her classrooms for the benefit of her young…
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CAE awarded ground handling contract from new airline partner, Spirit Airlines
May 28, 2025
Columbia Metropolitan Airport (CAE) has been awarded a service contract for ground handling operations for Spirit Airlines. Service on the carrier will start at CAE next Thursday, June 5, flying to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Orlando International Airport (MCO), and Friday, June 6 to Fort Lauderdale International Airport (FLL). CAE’s Aviation Services Department will oversee all…
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IMPH releases report on expiration of Affordable Care Act Tax Credits
May 28, 2025
The South Carolina Institute of Medicine and Public Health (IMPH), a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization working to collectively inform policy to improve health and health care in South Carolina, has released a new report, Consequences of Ending Affordable Care Act Enhanced Premium Tax Credits in South Carolina. This report outlines the economic and health consequences to…
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Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union names Blythewood teacher the Youth Financial Educator of the Year
May 28, 2025
Palmetto Citizens Federal Credit Union has named Debbie Sweat of Blythewood High School the 2025 Youth Financial Educator of the Year. She received the honor — and a $1,000 cash prize — during Teacher Appreciation Night at the Columbia Fireflies baseball game on Sunday, May 18. The surprise on-field presentation was made by representatives from…
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Cohn Construction completes industrial warehouse and office for Long Heating & Air Conditioning
May 27, 2025
Cohn Construction has completed the development of a 4-acre site and construction of an industrial warehouse and office for Long Heating & Air Conditioning located at 416 Cedarcrest Drive in Lexington, SC. Long Heating & Air Conditioning’s facility is building designed to support the company’s midlands operations. The development includes a large gravel storage yard,…
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Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation awards grants to more than 100 nonprofits across South Carolina
May 27, 2025
More than 100 South Carolina-based nonprofits will receive grants from the Dominion Energy Charitable Foundation to support human needs, environmental stewardship, education, and community vitality. The company this week announced the first round of its shareholder-funded grants for 2025. This year, the foundation awarded approximately $10 million to more than 350 nonprofits in six states across the…
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New Korean eatery Bibimbox celebrates grand opening in Columbia
May 27, 2025
The City of Columbia is welcoming a flavorful new addition to its culinary scene this week. Bibimbox, a Korean kitchen and wings restaurant, will host its grand opening celebration on Thursday, May 29 at 10:50 a.m. at 275 Park Terrace Drive, Suite #800. The event will be attended by Councilwoman Aditi Bussells, representatives from the…
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Mikro-Technik selects McCormick County to establish first North American operation
May 27, 2025
Mikro-Technik, a natural fiber manufacturer, announced it selects McCormick County to establish its first North American operation. The $3.2 million investment will create 27 new jobs. Founded in Germany in 1954, Mikro-Technik specializes in the processing of cellulose fiber into additives for the food and pet food industries. The company’s fibers are a renewable raw…
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Columbia Water infrastructure improvements to temporarily close S. Beltline Blvd. starting TODAY May 27
May 27, 2025
Beginning on May 27, 2025, Columbia Water will begin necessary improvements to its sanitary sewer system in the area of S. Beltline Boulevard, Plowden Road, and Loquat Drive. This will require the closure of S. Beltline Boulevard at Loquat Drive. We anticipate that S. Beltline Boulevard will be closed for 3 weeks, requiring a significant…
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School District Five names new Athletic Director for Chapin High School
May 26, 2025
Lexington-Richland School District Five has named Billie Williams the new athletic director of Chapin High School. Williams will replace Ronnie Wessinger who is retiring at the end of the school year. Williams has been teaching for 15 years, the last 11 years have been at Chapin High School. She received her bachelor’s degree in criminal…
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Galactic Visions, Nantahala by Teri Leigh Teed selected for Healing Power of Color Invitational Exhibition
May 26, 2025
Galactic Visions, Nantahala, a fine art photograph from Teri Leigh Teed’s Eleanor’s Dream series of her Healing Spirit Art© Collection, has been selected for the 2025 Healing Power of Color Invitational Exhibition. The exhibition is hosted by the Healing Power of ART & ARTISTS, based in New York City, and features more than 60 international…
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Road in Ridgeland, S.C. named for late father of SCDNR Director
May 26, 2025
Decorated World War II soldier Charles Mullikin honored with namesake thruway By W. Thomas Smith Jr. The late Charles F. “Charlie” Mullikin, a celebrated World War II veteran and the father of S.C. Department of Natural Resources Director Tom Mullikin, was honored Saturday, May 24, Memorial Day weekend when a road at Operation Patriots FOB,…
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Sunbelt Business Brokers facilitates successful sale of two Sparkle Wash Car Washes
May 25, 2025
Sunbelt Business Brokers, a trusted advisory firm specializing in mergers and acquisitions for privately held businesses, announced the successful sale of two self-service car washes located in McCormick and Edgefield, South Carolina. The car washes, operating under the name Sparkle Wash, have been acquired by Brandon Patillo of Patillo Auto Spa, LLC. “I’m grateful for…
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Richland One selects Dr. Todd Anthony Walker as new superintendent
May 25, 2025
The Richland One Board of School Commissioners voted unanimously Friday to offer the position of superintendent to Dr. Todd Anthony Walker, pending contract negotiations. Dr. Walker, who is currently the chief curriculum and instruction officer in the Columbus City Schools in Columbus, Ohio, was one of three finalists selected by the Board from a field…
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Game Warden named Governor’s State Law Enforcement Officer of the Year
May 23, 2025SCDNR’s Lance Corporal Mike Norris becomes the Palmetto State’s Top Cop for 2024 By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Lance Corporal Gene “Mike” Norris III, a law enforcement officer (game warden) with the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR), received the state’s highest law enforcement honor – the Governor’s State Law Enforcement Officer of the Year…
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Greenville Technical College remains #1 in SC on Newsweek’s list of America’s Top Online Colleges
May 22, 2025
For the second year in a row, Greenville Technical College (GTC) is ranked first in South Carolina out of the top 250 online learning colleges in the nation. In addition, the college is in the top ten among the nation’s community colleges, and ranked in the top 50 of all colleges. The list is compiled…
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‘Tis the season for graduations … and this year’s update of “20 life lessons”
May 22, 2025
By Reba Hull Campbell ‘Tis the season for graduations, new jobs and life transitions. It’s also the season for my annual updated “20 lessons” list. A number of years ago, I started a list of professional life lessons for a presentation to a group of college seniors. Since then, I like to revisit and…
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Lexington One Educational Foundation awards 2025 Administrator of the Year Award to Albert Robertson
May 22, 2025
On Tuesday, May 20, 2025, the Lexington One Educational Foundation presented its 2025 Joseph M. Bedenbaugh Administrator of the Year Award to Mr. Albert Hamilton Robertson at the Lexington County School District One Board of Trustees meeting. Established by the Foundation’s Board of Directors in 2005, it is the 20th year of this prestigious award…
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Sometimes I Hallucinate
May 22, 2025
By Tom Poland Fate lays its hand on me. While driving the Fall Lines Freeway to Dry Branch, Georgia, the time to medicate arrived, 9 a.m. I had a white speck in my jean’s watch pocket, so I looked for a spot to pull over. Between Wrens and Sandersville, Georgia, I found it. A…
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Colliers Report: South Carolina Hospitality Market Q1 2025
May 22, 2025
Colliers | South Carolina Market Report Hospitality Market Updates Download the full report. Columbia With occupancy, ADR and RevPAR trending upward across all classes, the Columbia hospitality market remains hot. Growing business and leisure travel sectors ensure the market is well-positioned for further growth. Charleston After a record 2024 for tourism, the Charleston market…
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Heather Smith joins The Big Red Barn Retreat Board to support our Heroes in the Carolinas and beyond
May 22, 2025
The Big Red Barn Retreat (BRBR), an organization dedicated to supporting veterans, active-duty military, and first responders, is proud to announce the appointment of Heather F. Smith to its board of directors. With her extensive background in legislative affairs and a deep commitment to community service, Smith brings a wealth of experience to the organization,…
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Trinity Partners secures lease for Class A flex property in Charlotte, NC
May 22, 2025
Trinity Partners announced the successful lease of a 31,262 square foot Class A flex property located at 5930 Northwoods Parkway in Charlotte’s Northwoods Business Park. The property has been leased to Insight Partners LLC, a premier manufacturer representative in the commercial HVAC industry. Trinity Partners’ Bruce Harper, SIOR and Bill Wood represented the landlord in…
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Historic Columbia recognizes redevelopment at 1324 Richland Street with Revitalization Award
May 22, 2025
Trinity Partners celebrated the recognition of its client’s historic redevelopment project at 1324 Richland Street, which has received a 2025 Revitalization Award from Historic Columbia’s Preservation Awards Committee. The award honors the Alexander Azar Foundation for their successful revitalization of the downtown property while preserving its architectural character and historical significance. As part of this…
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Apogee Equity Partners announces strategic partnership with Nexstar Network
May 22, 2025
Apogee Equity Partners (Apogee) announced a strategic partnership with Nexstar Network, a member-owned organization serving the top plumbing, HVAC, and electrical contractors across North America. Through this partnership, Apogee will help Nexstar members navigate the sales process and secure the best possible outcome when they decide to sell their business. Apogee provides professional sell-side advisory…
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Twilley named public information director for S.C. Department of Natural Resources
May 22, 2025
Former Capitol Hill environmental analyst and founder of multi-national coastal cleanup initiative to direct the department’s media By W. Thomas Smith Jr. Coastal resilience, sustainability, and communications expert Cheyenne Twilley has been named the S.C. Department of Natural Resources (SCDNR) new director of Public Information, effective May 19, 2025. According to a statement released by…
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South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance names Annekathrin Mueller Woman of the Year
May 22, 2025Annekathrin Mueller, vice president, commercial plant manager at Bosch in Charleston, has been named the 2025 South Carolina Manufacturers Alliance (SCMA) Woman of the Year. The award was presented at the annual Palmetto Women’s Manufacturing Forum, hosted at the Anderson Institute of Technology in Anderson. The SCMA Woman of the Year Award honors an exceptional…
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