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Now here are the top stories to look out for in Friday’s paper:

• A new U.S. Bike Route that includes the Central Lakes Trail. 
• Two sets of young Afghan refugees are expected to arrive in Alexandria soon.
• An Alexandria police officer was honored for getting a “hat trick.” 
• In Life, a hearing center that’s expanding treatment for musicians
• In Sports, the first female will be inducted into the Viking Speedway Hall of Fame.

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