Tony & his mom both share their positive experiences with Special Olympics, and the remarkable effects their programs offer! 

With the Polar Plunge being the biggest fundraiser of the year, this will ensure more athletes like Tony will have the opportunity to compete in various sports, meet friends that become family, and inspire an enduring confidence within! 

Tony &amp; his mom both share their positive experiences with Special Olympics, and the remarkable effects their programs offer!&nbsp;
With the Polar Plunge being the biggest fundraiser of the year, this will ensure more athletes like Tony will have the opportunity to compete in various sports, meet friends that become family, and inspire an enduring confidence within!&nbsp;

Indiana Special Olympian: Tony! 

The very first call of 2026 needs to be documented. 

The very first call of 2026 needs to be documented.&nbsp;

Tell me how you really feel.

Between the amazing contestants of Melissa, Fran, Vahid, Laura, and Rocky, there can only be ONE champion!!! 

 

The BIG boss, Brad Williams, Chief Operating Officer of Federated Media, made it official that Rocky Curl is the 2025 champion!!! 

Between the amazing contestants of Melissa, Fran, Vahid, Laura, and Rocky, there can only be ONE champion!!!&nbsp;
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The BIG boss, Brad Williams, Chief Operating Officer of Federated Media, made it official that Rocky Curl is the 2025 champion!!!&nbsp;

Rocky Wins Co-Worker Christmas Karaoke!

Every year, one of the BEST traditions is Co-worker Christmas Karaoke! 

The returning CHAMP, Fran, honors her husband's Irish roots with a fun Irish Christmas song full of cheer: Dropkick Murphy's "The Season's Upon Us"! 

Every year, one of the BEST traditions is Co-worker Christmas Karaoke!&nbsp;
The returning CHAMP, Fran, honors her husband's Irish roots with a fun Irish Christmas song full of cheer: Dropkick Murphy's "The Season's Upon Us"!&nbsp;

Co-worker Christmas Karaoke: Fran!

Every year, one of the BEST traditions is Co-worker Christmas Karaoke! 

This year, Vahid & Laura teamed up for a Christmas classic made famous by Pail McCartney: "Simply Having A Wonderful Christmas Time"!

 

Every year, one of the BEST traditions is Co-worker Christmas Karaoke!&nbsp;
This year, Vahid &amp; Laura teamed up for a Christmas classic made famous by Pail McCartney: "Simply Having A Wonderful Christmas Time"!
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Co-Worker Christmas Karaoke: Vahid & Laura! 

Every year, one of the BEST traditions is Co-worker Christmas Karaoke! 

Rocky is one of our contenders this year, and he chose the grimy classic, "You're A Mean One-Mr. Grinch"!!

Every year, one of the BEST traditions is Co-worker Christmas Karaoke!&nbsp;
Rocky is one of our contenders this year, and he chose the grimy classic, "You're A Mean One-Mr. Grinch"!!

Co-Worker Christmas Karaoke: Rocky!

Every year, one of the BEST traditions is Co-worker Christmas Karaoke! 

Melissa is one of our contenders this year, and she chose the fun classic, "Christmas Don't Be Late" by The Chipmunks! 

 

 

Every year, one of the BEST traditions is Co-worker Christmas Karaoke!&nbsp;
Melissa is one of our contenders this year, and she chose the fun classic, "Christmas Don't Be Late" by The Chipmunks!&nbsp;
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Co-Worker Christmas Karaoke: Melissa! 

Dan & Kendra from Inova Federal Credit Union, share their experience with the Special Olympics Polar Plunge! 

This won't be their first experience with the Ice Breakers! 

They encourage anyone who's on the fence, to literally JUMP IN! 

You can sign up here! 

Dan &amp; Kendra from Inova Federal Credit Union, share their experience with the Special Olympics Polar Plunge!&nbsp;
This won't be their first experience with the Ice Breakers!&nbsp;
They encourage anyone who's on the fence, to literally JUMP IN!&nbsp;
You can sign up <a href="https://support.soindiana.org/event/2026-south-bend-polar-plunge/e716197">here</a>!&nbsp;

Dan & Kendra's Interview On Polar Plunge!  

The Polar Plunge for Special Olympics is taking place on February 28th at Four Winds Field, and we encourage you to make your team and let's make 2026 the biggest year yet!

Barb is integral with her work as the Regional Director-Northwest of Special Olympics Indiana!

To sign up as an individual plunger, or to make a team, sign up here today! 

The Polar Plunge for Special Olympics is taking place on February 28th at Four Winds Field, and we encourage you to make your team and let's make 2026 the biggest year yet!
Barb is integral with her work as the Regional Director-Northwest of Special Olympics Indiana!
To sign up as an individual plunger, or to make a team, sign up <a href="https://support.soindiana.org/event/2026-south-bend-polar-plunge/e716197">here </a>today!&nbsp;

Barb Michalos With Special Olympics! 

The Special Olympics Polar Plunge is happening on February 28th at Four Winds Field! We encourage you to literally take the plunge!!! 

Grab your family and friends, make a team, or plunge yourself and make a nICE impact on local athletes right here in Michiana!! 

Sarah is the Assistant Superintendent and Executive Director of the Elkhart County Special Education Cooperative and shares her experience with the Polar Plunge!

BE BOLD! BE COLD! https://soindiana.org/polar-plunge/

The Special Olympics Polar Plunge is happening on February 28th at Four Winds Field! We encourage you to literally take the plunge!!!&nbsp;
Grab your family and friends, make a team, or plunge yourself and make a nICE impact on local athletes right here in Michiana!!&nbsp;
Sarah is the Assistant Superintendent and Executive Director of the Elkhart County Special Education Cooperative and shares her experience with the Polar Plunge!
BE BOLD! BE COLD! https://soindiana.org/polar-plunge/

Polar Plunge Interview With Sarah Hickle!

Listen to daily clips from The B100 Morning Show with Brittney Baily.

Listen to daily clips from The B100 Morning Show with Brittney Baily.

The Best of Brittney Baily & The B100 Morning Show

The Special Olympics Polar Plunge is happening on February 28th at Four Winds Field! We encourage you to literally take the plunge!!! 

Grab your family and friends, make a team, or plunge yourself and make a nICE impact on local athletes right here in Michiana!! 

Morgan shares her experience with the Polar Plunge and the first time she jumped in honor of her son. 

BE BOLD! BE COLD! https://soindiana.org/polar-plunge/

 

The Special Olympics Polar Plunge is happening on February 28th at Four Winds Field! We encourage you to literally take the plunge!!!&nbsp;
Grab your family and friends, make a team, or plunge yourself and make a nICE impact on local athletes right here in Michiana!!&nbsp;
Morgan shares her experience with the Polar Plunge and the first time she jumped in honor of her son.&nbsp;
BE BOLD! BE COLD! https://soindiana.org/polar-plunge/
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Morgan's Polar Plunge Experience! 

We are so thrilled to partner with Special Olympics Indiana for the 2026 Polar Plunge on February 28th at Four Winds Field!

To sign up as an individual plunger, or to make a team, sign up here today!! 

We are so thrilled to partner with Special Olympics Indiana for the 2026 Polar Plunge on February 28th at Four Winds Field!
To sign up as an individual plunger, or to make a team, sign up <a href="https://support.soindiana.org/event/2026-south-bend-polar-plunge/e716197">here </a>today!!&nbsp;

Special Olympics-Polar Plunge 2026

Every year, one of the BEST traditions is Co-worker Christmas Karaoke! 

This year we were thrilled to welcome to the Bee Studio some amazing co-workers!

Melissa, Rocky, Laura, Vahid, and Fran!!

Who will be crowned the 2025 Champion?! YOU DECIDE!!!

 

 

 

Every year, one of the BEST traditions is Co-worker Christmas Karaoke!&nbsp;
This year we were thrilled to welcome to the Bee Studio some amazing co-workers!
Melissa, Rocky, Laura, Vahid, and Fran!!
Who will be crowned the 2025 Champion?! YOU DECIDE!!!
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Co-Worker Christmas Karaoke 2026

Gloria Whitcraft is the executive director of SAFY of Indiana. She shares her passion for foster children and foster families, knowing this is her calling. 

"As Executive Director, I'm saying it. I'll pledge to make sure that we do everything in our power to make this a positive experience for you and listen to what we can do to support you."

To make a powerful impact on children and families in Michiana, please consider becoming a foster parent today! 

https://www.safy.org/

Gloria Whitcraft is the executive director of SAFY of Indiana. She shares her passion for foster children and foster families, knowing this is her calling.&nbsp;
"As Executive Director, I'm saying it. I'll pledge to make sure that we do everything in our power to make this a positive experience for you and listen to what we can do to support you."
To make a powerful impact on children and families in Michiana, please consider becoming a foster parent today!&nbsp;
https://www.safy.org/

SAFY of Indiana's Executive Director, Gloria Whitcraft Interview

SAFY Staff members: Amber SpotoManager of Growth & Development, Angel ClemensRecruiter & Retention Specialist, & Kyleigh LindzyLicensing Specialist share their heart for foster children in Michiana, and the passion behind SAFY's mission to preserve families, and securing futures.

If you are interested in becoming a foster parent, this incredible team is here to help you every step of the way! 

https://www.safy.org/

SAFY Staff members: Amber Spoto Manager of Growth &amp; Development, Angel Clemens Recruiter &amp; Retention Specialist, &amp; Kyleigh Lindzy Licensing Specialist&nbsp;share their heart for foster children in Michiana, and the passion behind SAFY's mission to preserve families, and securing futures.
If you are interested in becoming a foster parent, this incredible team is here to help you every step of the way!&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.safy.org/">https://www.safy.org/</a>

SAFY Staff Interviews

Alexa and Jeremy share their fostering journey.

"Honestly, just seeing the change in the kids. From that time when they come into your house and they're just scared, they're closed off, they don't know what's going on. And then at a certain point you get to see their genuine smile, and then they're just happy. Whatever else is going on in your day, everything is good at that point." 

If you are considering becoming a foster parent for children here in Michiana, please reach out to SAFY! 

Thank you to JB West Roofing for blessing this incredibly deserving family with a $500 gift card to say thank you for their ongoing commitment to the children here in Michiana! 

Alexa and Jeremy share their fostering journey.
"Honestly, just seeing the change in the kids. From that time when they come into your house and they're just scared, they're closed off, they don't know what's going on. And then at a certain point you get to see their genuine smile, and then they're just happy. Whatever else is going on in your day, everything is good at that point."&nbsp;
If you are considering becoming a foster parent for children here in Michiana, please reach out to <a href="https://www.safy.org/become-a-foster-parent">SAFY</a>!&nbsp;
Thank you to <a href="https://jbwestroofing.com/">JB West Roofing</a> for blessing this incredibly deserving family with a $500 gift card to say thank you for their ongoing commitment to the children here in Michiana!&nbsp;

Alexa & Jeremy Christmas Wish With JB West Roofing! 

Koelle and her husband both knew that they wanted to become a foster family and provide a special, safe, and loving environment for the placements they would welcome into their home and their hearts. 

"You can see that little soul in there trying to get out. Trying to be themselves, and how can you not want to nurture that? That is amazing. And when you get a glimpse of that, I want that. I want to help that person come out and come to life." 

Thanks to Barnaby's for providing pizza for a YEAR, and AFDENT Patient Friendly Dentistry for providing $500 that Koelle plans to invest in with her nonprofit The One Wildflower Project! 

 The One Wildflower Project aims to help foster families who are in need of additional support and resources!

Koelle and her husband both knew that they wanted to become a foster family and provide a special, safe, and loving environment for the placements they would welcome into their home and their hearts.&nbsp;
"You can see that little soul in there trying to get out. Trying to be themselves, and how can you not want to nurture that? That is amazing. And when you get a glimpse of that, I want that. I want to help that person come out and come to life."&nbsp;
Thanks to <a href="https://mishawakabarnabys.com/">Barnaby's</a> for providing pizza for a YEAR, and <a href="https://mishawaka.afdent.com/">AFDENT </a>Patient Friendly Dentistry for providing $500 that Koelle plans to invest in with her nonprofit The One Wildflower Project!&nbsp;
&nbsp;<a href="https://givebutter.com/OyhqBX">The One Wildflower Project </a>aims to help foster families who are in need of additional support and resources!

Koelle's Christmas Wish With Barnaby's & AFDENT Patient Friendly Dentistry! 

Lea's heart for fostering began when she was just in elementary school knowing that she wanted to make a difference in the life of a child. Knowing she was called to help children, she became a teacher in Mishawaka, and it was a student of her very own that introduced Lea to becoming a foster mom! 

Through SAFY, her questions were answered, and she jumped right in to the licensing process.

"I do think I have moments, you know when they're in your house, and the big moments for me is when you get to see them be a kid. Where they let their walls down, that's when I have those moments,  of like, "Ok, wow this is impacting them positively."

While the future is uncertain with every case, Lea is certain that this process has taught her invaluable life lessons.  

"I will forever cherish it,  it's taught me so much about myself. It's helped me grow as a person, as an individual, and I just know that I will never regret having done it." .

 

Thank you so much to Morning View Assisted Living for their generous contribution of $500 to say thank you to Lexi for investing in the future of our community through her journey of fostering! 

For more information on how you can get involved, please visit SAFY of Indiana! 

Lea's heart for fostering began when she was just in elementary school knowing that she wanted to make a difference in the life of a child. Knowing she was called to help children, she became a teacher in Mishawaka, and it was a student of her very own that introduced Lea to becoming a foster mom!&nbsp;
Through SAFY, her questions were answered, and she jumped right in to the licensing process.
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"I do think I have moments, you know when they're in your house, and the big moments for me is when you get to see them be a kid. Where they let their walls down, that's when I have those moments,&nbsp; of like, "Ok, wow this is impacting them positively."
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While the future is uncertain with every case, Lea is certain that this process has taught her invaluable life lessons.&nbsp;&nbsp;
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"I will forever cherish it,&nbsp; it's taught me so much about myself. It's helped me grow as a person, as an individual, and I just know that I will never regret having done it." .
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Thank you so much to <a href="https://morningview-alf.com/">Morning View Assisted Living</a> for their generous contribution of $500 to say thank you to Lexi for investing in the future of our community through her journey of fostering!&nbsp;
For more information on how you can get involved, please visit <a href="https://www.safy.org/become-a-foster-parent">SAFY of Indiana!</a>&nbsp;

Lea's Christmas Wish With Morning View Assisted Living!

Lexi is a true joy to anyone who has the opportunity to meet her! 

Her love for children is evident in the way she shares her home with an in-home daycare, as well as the foster children who she supports in every way.

SAFY of Indiana has walked with Lexi from the beginning, and she says, "SAFY has taught us so much compassion and flexibility and how easy it is to love beyond biology. Our home is so much fuller, not just with noise and toys, but with meaning."

Thank you to Zolman's Best One Tire & Auto Care for providing $750 in auto care so that Lexi can upkeep her transit van for the children in her daycare, but for also taking care of the future foster children she excitedly anticipates!  

Lexi is a true joy to anyone who has the opportunity to meet her!&nbsp;
Her love for children is evident in the way she shares her home with an in-home daycare, as well as the foster children who she supports in every way.
<a href="https://www.safy.org/become-a-foster-parent">SAFY of Indiana </a>has walked with Lexi from the beginning, and she says, "SAFY has taught us so much compassion and flexibility and how easy it is to love beyond biology. Our home is so much fuller, not just with noise and toys, but with meaning."
Thank you to <a href="https://www.zolmantire.com/Home/gad_source/1/gad_campaignid/22263423550/gbraid/0AAAAA-5NqAD-C69UFAJ7bL_vLjWj8liEX?utm_source=Compulse&amp;utm_medium=Search&amp;utm_campaign=zolmantire&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI-rqnjaaukQMVZEb_AR0QQDyGEAAYASAAEgJBIvD_BwE">Zolman's Best One Tire &amp; Auto Care</a> for providing $750 in auto care so that Lexi can upkeep her transit van for the children in her daycare, but for also taking care of the future foster children she excitedly anticipates!&nbsp;&nbsp;

Lexi's Christmas Wish With Zolman's Best One Tire! 

Mary began her fostering journey through SAFY, and is so grateful for their continued support as they now have four precious girls in their home, two of which have been adopted! 

With medically fragile children, Mary & her family know this is an opportunity for love and hope to shine through the lives of each of their daughters each day.

 When she envisions Christmas morning, she envisions the magic that will happen that morning.

"It's us together, and I can't believe we have four precious little ones in our home. When I look at them, even if they don't look like me, they all represent actually four mothers out there. They are of me, and I am of them, and we are intricately connected. I can't picture my life apart from foster care, because of the ones who have come into our homes through foster care."

 

Thank you to Athora Law for giving back to the givers this Christmas season and blessing amazing foster families like Mary's! 

 

If you are interested in becoming a foster family and making an investment that can change a life, please reach out to SAFY of Indiana! 

 

Mary began her fostering journey through SAFY, and is so grateful for their continued support as they now have four precious girls in their home, two of which have been adopted!&nbsp;
With medically fragile children, Mary &amp; her family know this is an opportunity for love and hope to shine through the lives of each of their daughters each day.
&nbsp;When she envisions Christmas morning, she envisions the magic that will happen that morning.
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"It's us together, and I can't believe we have four precious little ones in our home. When I look at them, even if they don't look like me, they all represent actually four mothers out there. They are of me, and I am of them, and we are intricately connected. I can't picture my life apart from foster care, because of the ones who have come into our homes through foster care."
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Thank you to <a href="https://www.athoralaw.com/">Athora Law</a> for giving back to the givers this Christmas season and blessing amazing foster families like Mary's!&nbsp;
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If you are interested in becoming a foster family and making an investment that can change a life, please reach out to <a href="https://www.safy.org/become-a-foster-parent">SAFY of Indiana</a>!&nbsp;
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Mary's Christmas Wish With Athora Law! 

Mom and daughter duo, Linda & Tina have been fostering through SAFY for decades, knowing that fostering is a long term investment into our community.

Tina says, "These kids need you. You're going to need these kids one day, because as they grow older they're going to take care of us. So I want to show them, 'Hey, I'm going to take care of you now, but this is how you take care of your kids. And then your parents, and the older people in the community'. I'm just trying to help one kid at a time." 

Thank you to Andy's Furniture for the gift of a queen sized mattress for Linda and her family!! 

For Tina and her family, The Party Trailer is going to be rolling up this party on wheels for an epic afternoon of FUN for such an incredible family!! 

In the journey of fostering, Linda says, "Just give it a try. There's a lot of good foster parents."

For more information, please reach out to SAFY of Indiana! 

Mom and daughter duo, Linda &amp; Tina have been fostering through SAFY for decades, knowing that fostering is a long term investment into our community.
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Tina says, "These kids need you. You're going to need these kids one day, because as they grow older they're going to take care of us. So I want to show them, 'Hey, I'm going to take care of you now, but this is how you take care of your kids. And then your parents, and the older people in the community'. I'm just trying to help one kid at a time."&nbsp;
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Thank you to <a href="https://www.andysfurniturestore.com/">Andy's Furniture</a> for the gift of a queen sized mattress for Linda and her family!!&nbsp;
For Tina and her family, <a href="https://partytrailerllc.com/">The Party Trailer </a>is going to be rolling up this party on wheels for an epic afternoon of FUN for such an incredible family!!&nbsp;
In the journey of fostering, Linda says, "Just give it a try. There's a lot of good foster parents."
For more information, please reach out to <a href="https://www.safy.org/become-a-foster-parent">SAFY of Indiana</a>!&nbsp;

Linda & Tina's Wish With The Party Trailer & Andy's Furniture!  

"It really does make us feel good to know that even if we're not those biological mom and dad, we are that mom and dad that are there now and able to make sure that his future is gonna be what it needs to be for him."  

When Presli & her husband adopted Alex, which just happened to be National Donut Day (His FAVORITE!), it was a joyous day for their family. 

"Yes, we know that we're making in impact, but we are doing it because we love coming from a big family. We love having all those people around and that support. We know that we're making an impact, but I think we really do it because we have a lot of love to give, and it was just a really good way for us to be able to do that."

If you're ready to make an impact on the life of a child and family here in Michiana, please reach out to SAFY today!   

"It really does make us feel good to know that even if we're not those biological mom and dad, we are that mom and dad that are there now and able to make sure that his future is gonna be what it needs to be for him."&nbsp;&nbsp;
When Presli &amp; her husband adopted Alex, which just happened to be National Donut Day (His FAVORITE!), it was a joyous day for their family.&nbsp;
"Yes, we know that we're making in impact, but we are doing it because we love coming from a big family. We love having all those people around and that support. We know that we're making an impact, but I think we really do it because we have a lot of love to give, and it was just a really good way for us to be able to do that."
If you're ready to make an impact on the life of a child and family here in Michiana, please reach out to <a href="https://www.safy.org/become-a-foster-parent">SAFY </a>today!&nbsp; &nbsp;

Presli & Alex's Christmas Wish! 

While Allison and her husband are unable to have biological children, they knew they wanted to grow their family.

  "Somehow, some way I found my way to SAFY, and we never looked back."

Their first placement was a child who had been in multiple foster homes in just six years. Today, Allison is happy to share that they are in the process of adopting him!!

What is one word that describes her family?

"Miracle. An absolute miracle, and he made that happen."

If you are interested in making a difference in the life of a child, please reach out to SAFY and find out how you can discover your own miracle!!

 

While Allison and her husband are unable to have biological children, they knew they wanted to grow their family.
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&nbsp; "Somehow, some way I found my way to SAFY, and we never looked back."
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Their first placement was a child who had been in multiple foster homes in just six years. Today, Allison is happy to share that they are in the process of adopting him!!
What is one word that describes her family?
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"Miracle. An absolute miracle, and he made that happen."
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If you are interested in making a difference in the life of a child, please reach out to <a href="https://www.safy.org/become-a-foster-parent">SAFY </a>and find out how you can discover your own miracle!!
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Allison's Christmas Wish With Monteith Best One Tire & Auto Care! 

One of the most heartwarming traditions on B100 returns this December — the B100 Christmas Wish Program. This year, we’re proud to partner with SAFY of Indiana (Specialized Alternatives for Families and Youth), an organization dedicated to creating brighter futures for children and families across our community.

Through their Empowering Families program, SAFY helps foster families build safe, sustainable homes where every child can thrive. Their mission is simple but powerful: to preserve families, restore hope, and strengthen the bonds that make our community stronger.

One of the most heartwarming traditions on&nbsp;B100&nbsp;returns this December &mdash; the&nbsp;B100 Christmas Wish Program. This year, we&rsquo;re proud to partner with&nbsp;SAFY of Indiana&nbsp;(Specialized Alternatives for Families and Youth), an organization dedicated to creating brighter futures for children and families across our community.
Through their&nbsp;Empowering Families&nbsp;program, SAFY helps foster families build safe, sustainable homes where every child can thrive. Their mission is simple but powerful: to preserve families, restore hope, and strengthen the bonds that make our community stronger.

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