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  • Minneapolis Local Pulse: Summer Sundays, Special Olympics, and Stone Arch Festival
    Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for Sunday, June twenty first, twenty twenty six.
    We wake up today with a calm, comfortable stretch of weather over the city. The National Weather Service says we sit under mostly sunny skies, with afternoon highs in the low to mid seventies and a light northwest breeze, so we can plan to be outside without worrying about heat or storms. Later tonight, it cools into the low fifties, so we might want a jacket if we are out late by Lake Bde Maka Ska or along the riverfront.
    Downtown, traffic is lighter than a weekday, but we can expect extra people around the University of Minnesota as the Special Olympics USA Games continue at Huntington Bank Stadium and nearby venues. ESPN and ABC are carrying coverage, but around campus we will see families, athletes, and volunteers moving between events, which gives the Stadium Village and Dinkytown areas a festival feel.
    On the cultural side, the Stone Arch Bridge Festival continues along the Minneapolis riverfront between Hennepin Avenue and the Stone Arch today, with art booths, food trucks, and live music running through the afternoon. Over in North Minneapolis, the People’s Museum for Prince is hosting a community day, including a guided walking tour of Prince’s neighborhood, giving us a chance to connect music history with local streets we know well.
    Juneteenth celebrations roll into the weekend too. Juneteenth events listings highlight gatherings across the city, plus an evening Black burlesque and performance show at Volstead’s in Uptown, reminding us how our neighborhoods showcase Black art, music, and storytelling.
    In sports, all eyes are on the Minnesota Lynx at Target Center this afternoon as they host the Washington Mystics with tipoff at three. That will bring extra traffic on First Avenue and around the Warehouse District, so we may want to plan our parking or light rail trip if we are heading downtown.
    For families, Ramsey County is hosting free open skate at TCO Sports Garden in nearby Vadnais Heights, a short drive from northeast Minneapolis, which is a nice indoor option if we want to keep the kids active.
    On public safety, Minneapolis police overnight report the usual weekend uptick in calls, but no major citywide emergency as of early morning. Officers continue extra patrols around downtown nightlife corridors on Hennepin and Washington, emphasizing visibility and quick response.
    We wrap with a feel good note: volunteers across our neighborhoods are welcoming Special Olympics athletes, hosting them in schools and community centers and showing off our parks, from Minnehaha Falls to Boom Island. It is a reminder of how our city comes together to support visitors and one another.
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  • Minneapolis Local Pulse: Summer Events and Clear Skies Ahead
    Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for June 20, 2026. We are starting the day under a calmer sky after Friday storms moved through the metro, and the latest weather reports point to comfortable conditions through the weekend, with the chance of lingering clouds but no major weather threat for today. That should make it a good day for getting downtown, heading to the river, or spending time outdoors near the Stone Arch Bridge and the Chain of Lakes.[13][15]
    In city news, we are watching the ongoing public impact of recent state and local concerns around child care oversight and fraud investigations that have put pressure on officials to tighten accountability and protect families who rely on early learning programs. That issue remains important for Minneapolis parents, providers, and neighborhood organizations that depend on trust in these systems.[3]
    On the streets, listeners will notice a busy summer events scene. Tonight’s arts calendar includes major live music activity at Skyway Theatre downtown, and the coming days bring shows tied to First Avenue, the Turf Club, and the Palace Theatre in the wider Twin Cities music corridor.[8][2] We also have Juneteenth community programming carrying into today, including a slow roll bike event and family gatherings that keep the holiday visible across the city.[14][6]
    For jobs and business, Minneapolis continues to lean on its core sectors, especially downtown hospitality, entertainment, and event staffing, with major venues like Target Center, Target Field, and U.S. Bank Stadium keeping demand steady around game days and concerts.[4] On the real estate front, the market remains active near Uptown, Northeast, and North Loop, where rental and owner occupied demand is still shaped by proximity to transit, dining, and office corridors.[4]
    Sports fans have one clear focus today, with the Twins and the summer schedule around Target Field keeping downtown energy high, while local prep and youth athletics continue to fill community fields and gyms across the city.[4]
    Public safety remains a serious concern after recent reports tied to daycare funding fraud investigations and broader child safety worries in Minnesota, though no major Minneapolis citywide emergency alert is standing out in the last 24 hours from the material we are tracking.[3]
    And for a good community note, today’s holiday events and neighborhood celebrations are giving families a reason to gather, ride, and connect from Carty Park to the riverfront.[6][14]
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  • Minneapolis Local Pulse: Cool Start, Budget Concerns, and Juneteenth Celebrations
    Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for today.
    We wake up to a cool, comfortable start across the city. The National Weather Service says we stay mostly sunny with highs in the low to mid 70s, a light breeze, and no major rain expected today, so we can plan on patios, parks, and outdoor events feeling pretty good. Looking ahead through the weekend, we stay a bit cooler than normal with on and off chances for a few showers, but no big storms in the immediate picture, according to local forecasters.
    From City Hall, we are watching money closely. KSTP reports Minneapolis is facing roughly a 30 million dollar budget gap for next year, and city finance staff warn that without changes, we could see double digit property tax increases. Leaders say they are looking for cuts and efficiencies before they hit homeowners, and Mayor Jacob Frey plans to roll out his detailed budget proposal in August, so this will affect what we pay to live here and the services we count on.
    Over along Hiawatha Avenue at Minnehaha Regional Park, the Park Board has voted eight to one to end the primary off leash status of the Minnehaha dog park. Dog owners can keep using it through the end of the year, and the board promises to look for an alternate site. That decision follows a heated debate, so if we walk our dogs there along the Mississippi, we will want to watch for public meetings about the new plan.
    For jobs and real estate, downtown remains in flux as office values slide and that ties back into the budget gap and potential property tax pressures on our neighborhoods. City officials say they want to avoid job cuts at City Hall and instead focus on consolidating services, which will matter for anyone working in or doing business with the city.
    On the culture front, the Minnesota Spokesman Recorder highlights a big Juneteenth weekend with events including Soul of the Southside on Lake Street and the Twin Cities Jazz Festival at Mears Park in St. Paul. Minneapolis Public Schools are closed today in observance of Juneteenth, and families across the city are taking part in community celebrations, music, and history programs.
    In sports, we keep our eyes on the Twins down at Target Field as they fight to stay in the division race, and local high school summer leagues are in full swing, giving our student athletes chances to shine on fields from Northeast to North Commons.
    On public safety, Minneapolis police report a mostly steady 24 hours, with officers responding to a handful of overnight robberies and a shooting investigation on the North Side. Detectives say there is no broader threat to the public, but patrols are increased around the affected blocks, and neighbors are encouraged to share security video and tips.
    For a feel good moment, community volunteers along Lake Street and in North Minneapolis are organizing clean ups and food drives tied to Juneteenth events, reminding us how strong our neighborhoods are when we show up for each other.
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    3 min
  • Minneapolis Local Pulse: Cool Start, Safety Update, and Summer Events June 18
    Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for Thursday, June 18, 2026.
    We wake up today to a cool, mostly cloudy start across the city. Temperatures sit in the mid 50s as we head out the door, and according to local forecasters we warm to the low 70s this afternoon with clouds gradually breaking. Northwest winds around ten to fifteen miles an hour mean it feels fresh, so we might want a light jacket for the morning walk along the Mississippi or to the bus on Hennepin.
    We begin with a serious public safety update. Prosecutors in Hennepin County now charge Tyler Joseph O’Brien with multiple counts of first degree assault after that hours long standoff last week near East 28th Street and Nicollet Avenue. According to charging documents, at least 18 officers were targeted by gunfire from a third floor apartment, with squad cars hit but no officers struck. Our neighborhood around Eat Street is back open, but we are reminded how quickly a busy corridor can shut down and how important it is to follow police alerts when they ask us to shelter in place.
    At City Hall, Minnesota House Television notes a Session Daily Update this afternoon at the Capitol, where lawmakers plan to touch on funding that affects metro transit and housing. For us, that means continued debate over bus service reliability and resources for affordable units in Minneapolis.
    On that front, local real estate trackers report our median home listing price holding around the mid four hundreds, while average rent for a one bedroom hovers just above sixteen hundred. Inventory edges up slightly, giving buyers a bit more choice, but higher mortgage rates keep many of us renting longer or doubling up in neighborhoods like Uptown and Northeast.
    In the job market, major employers downtown and in the University Avenue corridor continue hiring for health care, tech support, and logistics roles, with pay for many entry level positions now in the high teens to low twenties per hour. That helps, but with housing costs where they are, many families are still juggling multiple jobs.
    For culture tonight, the Walker Art Center on Vineland Place opens at ten, and later hosts the free Dream Machines event at five, plus Skyline Mini Golf on the rooftop for anyone looking for a low key evening with a view. Ticketmaster listings show a busy weekend ahead at venues like First Avenue on First Avenue North and the Fillmore in the North Loop, with touring acts mixing in with local bands.
    Sports wise, Minnesota Aurora FC continues its season, hosting Sioux Falls City SC at TCO Stadium, giving us another reason to gather with friends and support local women’s soccer.
    A quick school note: several Minneapolis high school teams wrap up their spring seasons, with track and field athletes from South and Roosevelt celebrating new personal bests at recent meets.
    For a feel good story, neighbors near Powderhorn Park continue a volunteer effort started this month, organizing weekly litter pickups and a free little pantry on 15th Avenue South, showing how small acts keep our shared spaces welcoming.
    We stay alert today for any pop up showers, but for most of us it is a dry, cool day to bike the Midtown Greenway or grab lunch along Nicollet.
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    4 min
  • Minneapolis Local Pulse: Clear Skies, Juneteenth Celebrations, and Community Action
    Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for Sunday, June fourteenth.
    We wake up to clear skies and that classic Minnesota mild stretch. The National Weather Service says we sit in the low seventies this afternoon with plenty of sun, a light northwest breeze around ten to fifteen miles an hour, and a cool, clear night dropping to the low fifties. That means we can comfortably bike along the West River Parkway, hit Lake Bde Maka Ska, or grab a table on a patio without worrying about storms today.
    We do need to start with public safety. CBS Minnesota reports a recent triple shooting in north Minneapolis that leaves one person dead and two hurt, part of an ongoing pattern of late night gun violence on the North Side. Police continue to investigate and increase patrols around West Broadway and nearby residential blocks. We stay aware, check on our neighbors, and use the city’s anonymous tip lines if we know anything that can help.
    At City Hall, the council focuses this week on nuts and bolts issues that touch our daily lives: street repair funding, summer youth jobs, and fine tuning the city’s new rental protections. State lawmakers also plan midweek updates at the Capitol, with House Television streaming a Session Daily Update on Wednesday that includes discussion of housing affordability and public safety funding for Hennepin County.
    On the housing front, local brokers say median home prices in Minneapolis sit around the mid three hundreds, with condos downtown still lagging a bit while single family homes near Nokomis, Linden Hills, and Northeast move quickly, often with multiple offers. Rents for a one bedroom in popular neighborhoods like Uptown and North Loop hover near fifteen to sixteen hundred dollars a month as new luxury buildings come online but older stock fills fast.
    In the job market, employers across the metro post thousands of openings, especially in health care, tech, construction, and hospitality. Hospitals along Chicago Avenue and University Avenue continue hiring nurses, medical assistants, and support staff, while restaurants on Eat Street, Hennepin Avenue, and in the North Loop look for cooks and servers as summer events ramp up.
    Culturally, Juneteenth celebrations start to blossom across the city. The Minnesota Spokesman Recorder highlights today’s Northside Juneteenth barbecue and family swim at Webber Natural Pool on Webber Parkway from eleven to three, and we look ahead to the Soul of the Southside festival at Lake Street and Minnehaha later in the week. Over at the Basilica of Saint Mary on Hennepin, morning Mass and quiet chapel hours give us a contemplative start to the day before the city’s music and arts scene takes over.
    In sports, it is a busy stretch. The Twins continue their homestand at Target Field, trying to climb the division standings. The Lynx push through their summer slate at Target Center, while Minnesota United prepares for the next match at Allianz Field, with fans from across Minneapolis packing the Green Line and Snelling Avenue. Local high school summer programs ramp up too, as Minneapolis Public Schools athletes gather for off season training and club tournaments.
    For a feel good note, neighbors in Powderhorn and Longfellow organize small cleanups and book swaps around their parks this weekend, trading novels, kids books, and recipes while keeping the green spaces tidy. It is a small but powerful reminder that we shape the city we live in, block by block.
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    4 min
  • Minneapolis Local Pulse: June 13 - Rain Tapering, Bike Safety Day, and Community Celebrations
    Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for Saturday, June thirteenth.
    We wake up today with rain tapering off across the city and a cooler feel in the air. According to The Weather Network, we are looking at a daytime high in the low seventies, dropping into the upper fifties tonight, with scattered showers giving way to some clearing later on. That means we may want jackets for morning walks around Bde Maka Ska, but by afternoon, outdoor plans at Minnehaha Falls or along the Mississippi riverfront should still be in play, just keep an eye on the sky.
    From City Hall, Mayor Jacob Frey has proclaimed today Minneapolis Bike Helmet Safety Day, tied to a giveaway event highlighted on social media yesterday. That is a reminder for all of us using the Midtown Greenway or riding down Hennepin Avenue that helmet use and visibility are front and center as summer traffic picks up.
    In breaking public safety news, local outlets report federal court developments continuing around high profile cases involving threats to public officials, with families stressing accountability and long term safety reforms. We keep our focus on how these cases translate into everyday security, from added patrols downtown to ongoing community violence prevention work. Overnight, Minneapolis police note a handful of serious incidents, including a reported shooting near Lake Street and Bloomington Avenue and a carjacking investigation near West Broadway. No names are released yet, and officers emphasize that anyone with information should contact CrimeStoppers. We share this carefully, knowing some listeners may be directly affected.
    On the lighter side, our cultural calendar is packed. At Orchestra Hall on South Marquette, the Minnesota Orchestra features a Tchaikovsky program this evening. Over at the Guthrie, Little Women continues to draw crowds along the riverfront. For families, the Children’s Theatre Company is still welcoming kids to follow Dorothy down the yellow brick road in The Wizard of Oz.
    Around Elliot Park today, the Twin Cities NA Unity Cookout brings people together at 910 Elliot Avenue for food, recovery support, and music, giving neighbors a chance to connect and check in on one another. KidsOutAndAbout lists the downtown farmers market as another highlight, filling North 4th Street with local produce and food trucks.
    In sports, the Twins are in the middle of a homestand at Target Field, helping draw more foot traffic to the Warehouse District. Local high school athletes are wrapping up summer league schedules, with several Minneapolis city teams reporting strong showings in basketball and soccer scrimmages across parks like Powderhorn and Northeast.
    New business chatter downtown points to steady leasing interest, especially for smaller office and retail spaces along Nicollet Mall, while real estate sites show median home prices in the metro hovering in the mid four hundreds, with condos near the North Loop drawing particular attention from young professionals. Job boards continue to list hundreds of openings across health care, tech, and hospitality, especially around the University of Minnesota and the airport corridor.
    For a feel good story to carry with us, community groups on the North Side are celebrating a youth led mural project off West Broadway, where teens have transformed a blank wall into a bright scene honoring neighborhood elders and local artists. Neighbors say it is changing the way people feel walking that block.
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    4 min
  • Minneapolis Local Pulse: Cool Friday, Warm Weekend Ahead with City Healing Conversations
    Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for Friday, June 12, 2026.
    We wake up today with cooler air over the city. According to Fox 9’s Next Weather team, we are in the low 70s this afternoon with a high around 73, clouds mixed with sun, and just a slight chance for a passing shower. Sunshine and warmer weather return tomorrow, with highs back into the low 80s, so we can plan on a great late spring weekend outdoors.
    At City Hall, we are still processing the updated report on Operation Metro Surge. Minneapolis officials now estimate the initiative had roughly a 700 million dollar financial and social impact on our city from December into April. The report highlights lost wages, business revenue losses, and increased needs for rent assistance and food security, especially for families connected to Minneapolis Public Schools. These numbers are driving new discussions on how we support neighborhoods most affected, from Lake Street to West Broadway.
    On the streets today, downtown feels a bit lighter as more of us work hybrid schedules, but the job market shows some resilience. Recruiters report hundreds of open roles across health care, tech, and construction, with many postings clustered around the North Loop, the University area, and along I-394.
    In real estate, agents say median home prices in Minneapolis are hovering in the mid 300 thousands, with condos along the Mississippi near Stone Arch Bridge drawing steady interest, and single family homes in Nokomis and Northeast still moving quickly when they are well priced.
    Culturally, we have a full slate. At Orchestra Hall tonight, Ticketmaster lists a Sondergard and Tchaikovsky program, giving us a chance to dress up and head down Nicollet Mall for a night of classical music. Families can look ahead to the Rock the Cradle kids music and arts fun in Minneapolis this weekend, highlighted by Minnesota Parent’s events calendar. And of course, the Downtown Farmers Market continues, filling our morning with fresh produce and local makers near Hennepin and Third.
    Community organizers in Elliot Park are hosting a Juneteenth community cookout and violence prevention event today, focused on healing, culture, and peace, just a short walk from U.S. Bank Stadium.
    On the crime front, Minneapolis police report several property crimes and a few serious but isolated violent incidents across South and North Minneapolis over the last day. We stay alert but remember that most of our neighbors are working for safer blocks, one conversation at a time.
    Sports wise, local high school teams are wrapping up seasons, with several Minneapolis track and baseball squads advancing deep into section play and earning praise from coaches across the metro.
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    3 min
  • Pride at City Hall and Summer Momentum in Minneapolis
    Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for June 11, 2026. We are starting the day with a city hall moment that stands out, as Minneapolis leaders host the city’s first ever drag show at City Hall today, part of Pride Month programming that also includes breakfast, a reception, and an honorary resolution recognizing the LGBTQ plus community.[1][4] The event is set in the Rotunda, and it is one of the most visible signs this morning of how city government is shaping daily civic life and public culture.[1][4]
    We are also watching the weather closely after yesterday’s severe storm threat across parts of Minnesota, with damaging winds, large hail, and tornado risk in the region.[2][13] For Minneapolis today, conditions are cooler after the storms, and the main practical advice is to stay alert for leftover weather disruptions if you are heading out early or traveling across the metro.[2][13]
    On the arts front, the Walker Art Center is offering a full slate today, including free Thursday night programming with The Social Soundtrack with Brass Solidarity, plus screenings and family activities that give people an easy downtown option near Loring Park.[12] At the same time, the Twin Cities events calendar points to the Neighboring group exhibition featuring Minnesota artists, giving us another local stop for anyone looking for a midday culture break.[3]
    For the weekend ahead, Minneapolis families have several choices, from the Downtown Farmers Market to stage productions at the Children’s Theatre Company and Guthrie Theater, while the nearby Hennepin County Fair begins today in Corcoran.[6] We are also tracking the community calendar for meetings and gatherings across the area, including a Saint Paul labor standards advisory meeting tonight that may matter to workers across the metro.[7]
    In sports and school news, we do not have a major Minneapolis pro result in the last 24 hours, but local summer activity is picking up, and that usually means more traffic around parks, youth fields, and neighborhood facilities. In real estate and jobs, the market remains active rather than dramatic this week, with steady demand tied to downtown, warehouse, health care, and service work, especially in neighborhoods close to the river, Franklin Avenue, and the North Loop. There are also signs of small business momentum around the city as summer foot traffic builds.
    On public safety, we do not have a major Minneapolis-specific incident from the last 24 hours in the available reports, so we are continuing to watch for official police updates and traffic alerts as the morning unfolds.
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  • Minneapolis Local Pulse: Sunny Skies, Budget Talks, and Community Spirit
    Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for today. We wake up to warm, summerlike weather across the city. The National Weather Service in the Twin Cities says we are mostly sunny with highs pushing into the upper 80s, and light northeast winds. That means it feels hot on the Greenway, around Lake Bde Maka Ska, and along the Mississippi riverfront, so we keep water and sunscreen handy if we are heading outside. A stray shower later is possible, but most of us stay dry.
    From city hall, we are watching how the council’s latest budget discussions shape our daily lives, especially around public safety staffing, road repairs on corridors like Hennepin Avenue, and funding for affordable housing. These talks will affect how quickly potholes are fixed and how many outreach workers we see downtown and in Uptown.
    On the job front, state data for the Minneapolis area show unemployment holding near three percent, which is very low, but many hospitality and health care employers are still posting openings. We see hundreds of jobs in hospitals along Chicago Avenue and service work in the North Loop, with starting pay for many roles now in the mid to upper teens per hour.
    In real estate, local broker reports show the median home price in Minneapolis hovering around the mid four hundreds, with condos downtown closer to the mid threes. Homes near Linden Hills and around the lakes still draw multiple offers, but condos along Washington Avenue are sitting a bit longer, giving buyers a little breathing room.
    We also keep an eye on crime. Minneapolis police report several overnight thefts from vehicles in the warehouse district and a burglary on a block just off Lake Street. There is one reported nonfatal shooting on the city’s North Side under investigation. Officers say there is no ongoing threat to the public, but they ask us to be mindful of locking cars and staying aware when out late.
    In sports, at Target Field last night, the Twins dropped a tough one to Kansas City. Highlights on Bally Sports North show the Royals coming back in the ninth to win three to two, so we look for the Twins to answer back in the next game of the series.
    Around town, we have weekend events from live music in the North Loop to art pop ups near Northeast’s galleries. Local schools are celebrating the end of the year, with Minneapolis public high schools sharing strong graduation and scholarship numbers.
    For a feel good note, neighbors near Powderhorn Park are organizing a community cleanup and picnic, bringing families together around food, music, and a little sweat equity in the park we all share.
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    3 min
  • Minneapolis Local Pulse: Politics, Storms, and Weekend Community Vibes
    Good morning, this is Minneapolis Local Pulse for June 6, 2026. We start with city hall, where the biggest political ripple in the metro comes from the Minnesota Republican convention, after delegates observed a moment of silence for Derek Chauvin. That has drawn sharp reaction across the state and keeps public trust and policing front and center for Minneapolis listeners.
    We are also watching the weather closely today. Minneapolis is warm and muggy, with a high around the low 80s and a chance of scattered thunderstorms later today. Strong wind and brief heavy rain could interrupt outdoor plans, especially near the river, downtown, and along the lakes, so we should keep an eye on the sky if we are heading to events or ballgames.
    On public safety, there is no major Minneapolis-specific incident in the available reports from the last 24 hours, but the broader Twin Cities weather alert means we may see fast-moving storms and localized downpours that can create travel problems on I 94, Hiawatha, and around the downtown core. We are not seeing a fresh citywide crime wave in the current reports, but listeners should stay alert in busy evening areas.
    On the economy, Minneapolis remains active in food, arts, and neighborhood retail, with steady demand around downtown, North Loop, and Uptown. Fresh local job and housing numbers were not available in today’s reports, but the market still looks tight in popular neighborhoods near Lake Street, the University area, and south Minneapolis.
    For culture, we have a busy weekend ahead. The Capri Theater hosts Adam Bohanan today, bringing local soul to North Minneapolis. Over at The Hook and Ladder in Lyn Lake, the day starts with a record sale and rolls into live music tonight. In Uptown, more than 60 households are taking part in a neighborhood swap and sale, which should bring foot traffic and a bit of community energy to the area.
    Sports fans have plenty to follow as well, with the Lynx and Twins both on the local calendar today. That keeps downtown and the ballpark district active, even as storms threaten to pop up later.
    There is also a feel good note from the neighborhoods. Events like the Uptown swap and sale show how Minneapolis keeps finding practical ways to connect, reuse, and support local streets one porch and one block at a time.
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    3 min

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