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Annual Combine Crunch brings more than 1,300 to Lamont Ag Grounds - great turn-out after postponement BY MELISSA MACINTOSH-YOUNG The roar of combine engines, crunching metal and cheering crowds filled the Lamont rodeo grounds Friday as the Webb’s Machinery Combine Crunch finally made its return following a weatherrelated postponement. More than 1,300 spectators attended the event, with participants, volunteers and vendors bringing the total number of people at the grounds even higher. The event was originally planned as part of the Lamont & District Agricultural Society’s Summer Sizzler, but Mother Nature had other plans. The rescheduled event gave the community another opportunity to come together and enjoy an evening of agricultural entertainment. The evening began with the Lamont Farmers’ Market, kids’ activities, food vendors and a Calcutta Auction before the combines entered the arena. Adding another educational and entertaining element to the evening was the Lamont County Emergency Services’ vehicle extraction demonstration. Firefighters demonstrated the equipment and techniques used during emergency vehicle rescues, giving spectators an up-close look at

derway, specwhat haptators were pens when treated to the emergency sights and crews are sounds of called to a semetal crashrious colliing, tires flysion. The ing into the demonstraair and comtion showbine engines cased the rumbling as specialized drivers battools firetled it out. fighters rely For firston to safely year particiaccess vehipant Brandon cles and reTreolar, takm o v e ing part was occupants also a way to following a embrace his crash. new commuFor many nity. “This is in the crowd, Combine Crunch Champion, Jacob Thiessen. it was an opPhoto by Melissa MacIntosh-Young my first year and I married portunity to see the work of local firefighters be- the butcher’s daughter, so decided to yond their traditional emergency re- embrace the Lamont spirit,” Treloar said. sponse role. Treolar purchased his combine The demonstration also highlighted the importance of having from an Edmonton-area farmer who trained emergency crews ready to re- had used it in the field two years earspond when needed—something lier. He grew up in St. Albert and departicularly fitting during an event cided to bring his newly acquired where heavy machinery and vehicles machine into the competition. While this was his first Combine were at the centre of the action. Once the Combine Crunch got un- Crunch, Treolar is already thinking

about returning next year. “I plan on it. I’m thinking about giving the one this year to a friend and buying another for myself,” he said. The competition saw Jacob Thiessen take first place, with Tom Hoculak finishing second. The two local competitors also kept much of the $9,500 prize money in the community. The Agricultural Society described the event as a true family affair, with people coming from across the region to cheer on the combine drivers. Although organizers had hoped to hold the event as originally planned, the rescheduled Combine Crunch proved to be a successful night, bringing friends, families and agricultural enthusiasts together. The celebration continued into the evening with a dance, keeping the grounds busy into the early morning hours. Organizers extended thanks to the event’s sponsors, volunteers, vendors and everyone who came out to support the event. A special thankyou was also given to the Lamont Fire Department, not only for participating in the vehicle extraction demonstration but for remaining ready to respond throughout the event if needed. More Pictures 9

Spectators check out the line up of combines before the event. Photo by Melissa MacIntosh-Young

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Community rallies around Trevor Mikolajczyk after devastating house fire BY MELISSA MACINTOSH-YOUNG

The St. Michael community once again demonstrated the strength of neighbours helping neighbours as more than 100 people came together to support Trevor Mikolajczyk, who lost everything in a devastating house fire in late July. The Caring and Sharing event was organized by St. Michael’s Agricultural Society, Rural Crime Watch and Caring Neighbours, bringing together friends, neighbours and community members for an evening dedicated to supporting Trevor as he began rebuilding his life after the fire. The event featured a

wiener roast, refreshments and a pie auction, with Stella Stevens from CFCW Radio in attendance and auctioneer Richard Mandryk helping to keep the auction moving. The pie auction alone raised more than $2,000, with one coconut cream pie selling for an impressive $250. When previous donations and those made throughout the event were combined with the auction proceeds, the total raised for Trevor surpassed $15,000. The fundraising effort was made possible through the work of numerous volunteers who helped organize the event and contributed their time to

make the evening a success. For those who know Trevor, supporting others is nothing new for him. Event emcee and friend, Mae Adamyk said Trevor has always been one of the first people to step forward when the community needs help. “Trevor is one of the first to always lend a hand and help with any events. He supports any fundraisers going on in the community. He is always there to help others.” That willingness to help others was reflected back to Trevor as the community rallied behind him during one of the most difficult times of his life. From volunteers organizing the event to

Radio host Stella Stevens, St. Michael’s Ag. President Chris Klita and Auctioneer Richard Mandryk worked together at the auction.

residents opening their wallets, bidding on pies and making donations,

the message was clear: when one of their own needed help, the St.

Michael community was ready to stand together.

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Mundare Agri-Days moves ahead, without ball tourney BY JOHN MATHER It’s the biggest weekend of the year in Mundare. Agri-Days goes this weekend and after fears about potential wet weather, organizers decided to move ahead with the annual event. While the slow pitch tournament has been cancelled due to saturated playing fields, caused by the recent huge amounts of rainfall, everything has been deemed a go. Organizers of the Bench show were worried that poor crop growing conditions might slow down entries, but that was dispelled and it will be

going ahead. Entries to the bench show will be on Friday, Aug. 14 from 12 until 3:3) p.m. at the Mundare Recreation Centre. Also on Friday from 9 to 1:30 a.m. the Corner Pub will host its annual Beach Bash. Saturday gets under way with a pancake breakfast hosted by the Mundare Firefighters from 7:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. At 10:30 the parade will wind its way down Main St. The bench show opens for viewing at 11 a.m and from 11:30 a.m until 1 p.m there will be BBQ at Stawnichy’s.

This year, a new feature will be a car show and shine which starts at noon and runs until 3 p.m. It will also feature a burn out competition that will take place at the water tower beginning at 2 p.m. Street performers will perform form 11 until 3 p.m. with Singer Perry, children’s performer Mary Lambert, a street market, petting zoo and Nokolai. The day wraps up with a fireworks display beginning at 9 p.m In the event of any inclement weather the food vendors, market and main street entertainment will move indoors to the arena.

Ukraina Park soaked, slo-pitch cancelled BY GRANT JOHNSON

The annual slo-pitch tournament scheduled for this weekend at Ukraina Park in Mundare has been cancelled because the ball diamonds are too wet. Organizers called off the event after recent heavy rain left the fields

saturated and unsafe to play on. In June, July, and early August, Lamont County has received roughly 431 mm of rain according to Environment Canada The conditions at Ukraina Park include soft infields and stand-

ing water, making it impossible to host games. The tournament was expected to bring teams and visitors to Mundare, but players will now have to wait for drier weather before getting back on the field.

Show and Shine rolls into Mundare for Agri Days BY GRANT JOHNSON

Classic cars and motorcycles will be front and centre in Mundare during Agri-Days this year. The 3rd annual Car and Motorcycle Show and Shine is set for Saturday, Aug. 15, hosted by the Vegreville Classic Car Meet and Greet and the Vegreville Motorcycle Riders. The event is being held in Mundare for the first time as part of the

busy Agri-Days weekend. Vehicle registration runs from 9 a.m. to noon. The public show goes from noon to 3 p.m., with trophies handed out at 3 p.m. Organizers say there will be plenty to see, including classic cars, custom bikes, door prizes and a burnout competition. A staging area will be set up to help get vehicles in and out smoothly.

It costs $20 to register a vehicle in the show. Organizers are also looking for a few volunteers to help with entry points and staging. With lots of vehicles expected and AgriDays already drawing a crowd, the show and shine is shaping up to be a busy stop for people in Mundare that day.

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full of them (Gambling ads).

without being inundated with gambling sites. “Oh, I took the easy dog and won right away,” says one shill in a very stupid commercial for a gaming app. “As long as my first pick or two win I get paid,” the shill says. And this is a stupid commercial of apparently military personnel discussing flying, and just how it relates to any form of gambling is beyond me. Maybe the more stupid the ad, the more sales that are generated? I’m seeing this a lot lately and it’s a sad commentary on both writers of advertising materials and the people supporting those products. I have a simple rule – if an ad is stupid or insulting to me, I won’t buy the product. But back to online gambling advertising. Many organizations are now speaking out about the potential dangers of it. University of Alberta marketing professor Paul Messinger told CBC he believes advertising online gambling could run the risk of increasing addiction rates among youths and other potentially vulnerable people. “I personally would be careful about encouraging more of this and endorsing more online gambling,” he said. “We have a number of forms of entertainment – forms of gambling – which are possible in casinos [or] in racetracks, and those are very carefully regulated. “But this really takes it into our living rooms ... and the risks of people really betting too much, putting in jeopardy their financial security, are pretty high.” An Albertan-based author Leif Gregersen told CBC in the same article he had struggled with gambling in the past and found the ads “insidious.” A public policy researcher writing in the Tyee stated sports broadcasts are

boys. As a parent, I know my son is influenced by what he sees on TV.” The latest data published by iGaming Ontario, the Crown corporation responsible for regulating the industry in that province, showed the average spending per player account was $329 per month – up from $158 per month when the industry launched. That’s not the average amount that players wagered. It’s the average amount they lost in a single month. That’s almost $4,000 a year! And that probably understates the problem because many players hold more than one account. In a statement to Global News, the minister responsible for the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission, Dave Nally, said the Province has “strict advertising rules” that “prohibit operators from using professional athletes and celebrities to encourage people to place bets.” “They cannot target youth or those experiencing gambling harm,” said Nally, who added, “If further action is needed to protect Albertans, we'll look into potential next steps.” But kids are influenced by what they see, and I believe more has to be done to curb this advertising. It may not directly target young people or those who are vulnerable. But merely showing people having a good time, smiling and matching bars on online slot machines followed by a gusher of cash can easily be appealing. They don’t show the despair of people young or old who have lost loved ones, or faced financial ruin because of the apps. No missed mortgage payments, missed vehicle loans, or kids going hungry because gambling ate the funds destined for food. I won't say outlaw gambling because it will happen no matter what, but the constant promotion of it can be curtailed to the betterment of society.

Stricter curbs needed on “I know how problem gambling can You can’t watch a hockey game, lead to serious issues – financial and on-line gambling advertising football game, or basketball game otherwise – especially among men and BY JOHN MATHER Once again I have to question one of our government’s decisions. Alberta, along with other jurisdictions across North America, has embraced the idea that they need to raise revenues off the avails of gambling. First in Alberta it was allowing VLTs in corner pubs and hotels and then casinos were allowed to open. And these are profiting the government. They include the casinos which, while raising money for the government coffers, also allow local non-profits a chance to raise some significant operating funds by having volunteers staff the casinos on given evenings. And now, Alberta has decided to follow other jurisdictions by allowing legalized online gambling. This some will say was done to raise legitimate revenue for Alberta rather than having offshore gaming profits leave Alberta high and dry while large private casino operations raked in gazillions of dollars. Now I can live with some gambling. I’ll bet on the occasional football game and have thrown some loonies into a VLT. But I am not a minor. And this is where I have the problem. There are no controls to prevent young people under the age of majority from now easily accessing gaming apps on their cellphones or pads, and betting real dollars on programming which by the nature of gambling is designed to make money for the house not so much for the gambler. Does a young person, male or female, have the mental capacity to stop betting when they are down a hundred or more dollars or are they going to keep betting to try and recoup what they’ve lost? Do they know when to stop? The Province did force a cutback on previous advertising where sports celebrities, who didn’t need the money, shilled for casinos showing just how much fun people could have while giving their hard earned dollars to the casino operators. But now with online gambling, the Province has done nothing to curb the onslaught of advertising for these apps. And professional sports and mainstream media both appear to have bought in.

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FROM WHERE I SIT: Pretty Darn Good

BY HAZEL ANAKA For all practical purposes I don’t think I’ve yet assimilated the idea of having our land rented out. And it probably won’t feel truly real until I see the renters roll in with their combines. So, after about fifty years of farming what lies ahead? I don’t have to live in limbo waiting for that last-minute urgent call to drop everything and combine. I can make appointments in September or October without worrying if I’ll be able to keep them. I don’t have to stock up on fieldfriendly foods. I don’t have to worry about fatigue, stress, body aches from prolonged sitting on a less than ergonomic combine seat. I don’t have to worry about scratchy intermittent radio reception. I don’t have to worry about moisture tests, grain prices, market access. I’ll still watch the

weather because you can’t turn off concern and empathy like a light switch even if you don’t have skin in the game. I will be praying that everyone stays safe and avoids injury or death during what will no doubt be a wretched fall if this summer is any indication. I can plan on attending events that happen in the fall. For the first time in ten years, I can take in the Artist Home Studio Tour in Sherwood Park in mid-September. I know at least two of the participating artists from my time in the Art Society of Strathcona County so that should be fun. I could go to a corn maze. Probably won’t but I could. We’ll be available to attend Calgary Hitmen hockey games if Grady makes the team. We can do more prepping-forwinter work in a less harried and half-assed way. We could do a vacation or day trips but we probably won’t. During a meeting with our financial planner many months ago I asked him if we could set up a monthly stipend or allowance. “Of course, you can,” he said, “but you won’t because you don’t spend the money

you have!” Sadly, that’s quite true. And it’s not because we discovered a way to take it with us. Some days, I feel the urge to go car shopping but the feeling quickly passes. As long as we live in the country with only gravel road access to our place, it would seem a shame to bring a new car into this situation. The Venza is still going strong at the ripe old age of twelve. But who knows…are new car models still typically unveiled in September? We could take on a couple big projects like totally cleaning and reorganizing the garage before winter sets in and finally adding some hooks in the garden shed to make storing tools easier. By the way, if you’ve seen or heard Roy complain about his foot and his difficulty walking, there’s finally, months later, an explanation. He has a torn Achilles tendon. You read that right. His patience and complacency with his doctor got him here. I can’t stay it often enough: we must be our own best health advocates or suffer the consequences. At this point there is still no specified treatment plan. Maybe the fall

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Company pleads guilty to OHS violations injuring worker An industrial services company has been fined $132,000 related to a workplace injury incident. On July 30, Brock Canada Field Services Ltd. pleaded guilty in

Chipman’s Barn Burner dance to help fill backpacks for young students BY JOHN MATHER The Chipman Agricultural Society will kick off its fall fundraising season this Saturday when it host its very first Barn Bruner dance. The dance, said Chipman Agricultural Society president Jen Ausman in an email, will be the perfect chance for neighbours and friends to get together to enjoy some music, food and fun. The beneficiary of the fundraising will include providing back to school backpacks to local Chipman students which will be filled with supplies. “We hope this small gesture helps local families prepare for the school year and ensure every student can head back to school feeling ready and supported.” Other planned fundraisers for the Agricultural Society include a Halloween children’s party, the Community turkey bingo, and the angel tree for local seniors in both Chipman and the residents of local retirement and nursing homes. The Barn Burner will be held at the Chipman Ag. Grounds quonset with doors opening at 7 p.m. Music will be performed by Trick Ryder. There is no entrance fee and there will be a bar service and concessions. The dance is restricted to. Those 18 years and older.

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on Aug. 10, 2023. A worker entered a scaffold to remove hoarding when they slipped and fell into an open utility corridor in the ground containing hot water, suffering serious injuries. The court fined Brock Canada Field Services Ltd. $132,000, including the victim fine surcharge. All remaining charges

Town of Lamont Mayor Jody Foulds, presents a $1,500 donation on behalf of the Town to Lamont and District Agricultural Society President Terry Eleniak. The Town has committed to support Ag Society projects including $2,500 for each of the next three years for community projects.

against Brock Canada Field Services Ltd. and Nutrien (Canada) Holdings ULC. were withdrawn. The company and the Crown have up to 30 days to appeal the conviction or penalty. Alberta’s OHS laws set basic health and safety rules for workplaces across the province. They provide guidance for employers to help them ensure their workplaces are as healthy and safe as possible while providing rights and protections for workers. Charges under OHS laws may be laid when failing to follow the rules results in a fatality or serious injury.

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Bruderheim busily preparing for Alberta Day on August 30 BY JOHN MATHER Bruderheim is preparing to celebrate the province’s 121 birthday Aug 30 when it presents its annual Alberta Days. And this year the first 50 families that make it down to the gazebo beside the firehall will be presented with their own Alberta flag. On a Facebook post the Town has stated they have 50 3 X 5 flags to give away. But Alberta Day will

be about much more than just a flag giveaway. The Fire Department will get activities underway with a fundraising pancake breakfast from 8 a.m. to 11:30. Other activities will include a show ’n Shine, bouncy castles, the Veterans Crosswalk unveiling, live music, facepainting and balloon twisting, snow cones and cotton candy, and a sand pile loonie

dig which is designed for kids only and sponsored by Trevor Schinkinger Trucking. In addition, the Museum in Walker School will be open from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. All the activities will be held in the community hall, the gazebo area and firehall. One of the highlights of the day will be the third annual chili cookoff. Register to enter by August 24 and then

Child predator may be operating in Fort Saskatchewan Police asking for assistance in identifying him BY JOHN MATHER Fort Saskatchewan RCMP have asked for the public’s support in supplying any dashcam or door bell footage they my have of a red truck travelling in the Southpointe area of the Fort late last week. The male driver may be a suspect in a child luring case. On Aug. 5, 2026, at approximately 7:10 p.m., a six-year-old girl was playing at a park along Southpointe Boulevard, when she was approached by a male driving a red truck. The male driver tried to lure the girl into his vehicle, reported the RCMP. The girl returned home and was unharmed. Just 10 minutes later, a second child reported a similar encounter near 94 Avenue and 90 Street. Police believe the same man was involved in both incidents. Fortunately, neither child was physically harmed. The RCMP added a similar incident occurred on July 30, 2026. Sometime in the afternoon hours, a nineyear-old boy was on the walking trail near Davis Street, when he was approached by a male driving a red truck. The male tried to lure the boy into his vehicle. The boy made his way to safety unharmed. The incidents are cur-

rently under investigation by Fort Saskatchewan RCMP, and police are requesting assistance from the public. Investigators have released surveillance images of a man they believe may have information related to the in-

vestigation. While police have not released a detailed physical description, they are asking anyone who recognizes the individual or who witnessed suspicious activity in the area to come forward.

MOVING SALE 17108 Twp Rd 500 by Ryley Every day, 8am-8pm • Two deep freezers • Stocked china cabinet • Fridge • Stove • Other appliances • Ceramic cherub angels • Outdoor water fountains • Smoker • Turkey fryer • All kinds of tools • Woodstove for fishing hut • And so much more!

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prepare your best chili recipe to be judged by the community. Judging will begin at 2 p.m. and the winners will be announced at 4:30 p.m. For those entering the contest, because of possible allergies all ingredients of the chili must be posted at your table. All ingredients must be

store bought and recipes must be kept for AHS purposes. The chili, as per AHS requirements, has to be heated to 74 degrees C or 165 F. The tables will be suplied with bowls and spoons for tasting but contestants must supply their own serving

utensils and must serve their own chili during the event. Every person who comes to the event will be given a ballot to write the number of their favourite chili. Those votes will be totalled and prizes will be awarded to the top three vote getters.

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Melissa MacIntosh-Young Photos

Lamont & District Agricultural Society

COMBINE CRUNCH Competitors went at it on Friday night during the Combine Crunch.

Lamont County Emergency Services gave an extraction demonstration.

First time Combine Crunch participant, Brandon Treolar and his wife Rachel.

A Calcutta Auction was held before the event giving spectators the chance to bid on winners.

Lamont Farmers Market was moved to the Ag. grounds.

These kids climbed a gate for a better view.

Over 1300 people attended the event.

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Friends of Lamont Firefighters Society

SUMMER BRAWL 2 On Saturday, Friends of Lamont Firefighters Society hosted the Real Canadian Wrestling’s Summer Brawl 2 with roughly 250 people in attendance watching some exciting grappling mixed in with plenty of shenanigans at Lamont Arena. The Marquee Main Event featured Lamont’s own Sheik Shabaz in tag team action. Proceeds from the popular evening went to the Friends of Lamont Firefighters Society.

Sheik Shabaz from Lamont gets ready for his tag team match.

KB6 goes off the top ropes.

Birthday cake surprise went terribly wrong.

The Healer, Harlon Abbott puts his opponent through a table.

The Healer’s victim Duke Hudson helped by ref.

KB6 with Jordan Fedorvich and Abby Foulds.

More than 250 spectators enjoyed great seats for all the action.

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—————————Veggies are Ready! Potatoes, beets, carrots, pickling cukes, dill, and beans! East of Sedgewick, off Highway 13, turn north on RR122, then go north 3 miles. Helen Tanton - 780-888-6800 -—————————————— Harold & Barbara Conquest 65th Anniversary Celebration Sunday, Aug. 23 Tofield Golden Club 5004-54 Ave. Tofield, AB Drop in 3 - 5 pm RSVP appreciated but not required. Please email: maryconquest@gmail.com by Aug. 13. TM32P -—————————————— Battle River Pipes & Drums & Flagstaff Scottish Club 50/50 Raffle. Buy your tickets now, maximum winning amount is $5,000. Tickets start at $10. Draw to be made during the Gathering of the Clans Highland Festival in on August 22 in Sedgewick. Go to: rafflebox.ca/raffle/ flagstaffscottishclub COMING EVENTS COMING EVENTS —————————-

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Come join the Norris family in celebrating the life of Everett Edgar Norris, May 13, 1946 August 7, 2026 Everett was a loving husband and father, aswell as a devoted teacher to many in the community. Service will be at 1pm, Saturday August 15, 2026, Eaglemont Church, Beaumont, Alberta. Refreshments to follow.

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—————————Mint Pharmacy - Viking, AB You’re Invited to a Community BBQ Tues, September 8 from 2-5 pm 5305 - 51 St. Viking Join us for food, fun, & prizes! FOR SALE SALE FOR

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Wet weather prompts temporary RV parking measures in Bruderheim BY MELISSA MACINTOSH-YOUNG

Months of wet weather and ongoing flooding are creating an unexpected problem for recreational vehicle owners in Bruderheim, prompting the Town to introduce temporary measures allowing some RVs to be parked on residential streets. The Town of Bruderheim announced the accommodation as persistent rainfall has limited access to recreational vehicle storage

yards, leaving some residents with few options for where to keep their trailers and other recreational vehicles. Under the Town’s Traffic Safety Bylaw, recreational vehicles are generally not permitted to be parked on Town streets. However, residents affected by the current conditions can now request a permission letter from the Chief Administrative Officer (CAO). The temporary authorization will allow

approved recreational vehicles to be parked on town streets until November 30, 2026. The Town says the measure is intended to provide some relief to residents dealing with the unusual storage challenges created by this year’s exceptionally wet conditions. Residents must obtain written permission before taking advantage of the temporary accommodation. Requests can be made through the Town office

or by contacting CAO Jana Semeniuk at jana.semeniuk@bruderheim.ca. The Town is also reminding residents that the Traffic Safety Bylaw contains separate provisions regarding the use of recreational vehicles as living quarters. Section 301.2 states that no person may occupy, or permit someone to occupy, a trailer, recreational vehicle or mobile unit on a highway or public property unless the property has

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tinue to deal with the effects of an exceptionally wet summer, including saturated ground, flooding and limited access to some properties and storage areas. For Bruderheim residents, the temporary measure provides a way to keep recreational vehicles closer to home while storage yards remain difficult to access. The authorization is temporary and expires November 30, 2026.

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